Master programs in Botany and Microbiology

• Provide high-quality, in-depth education and advanced scientific research in the fields of Microbiology and its applications.

• Cultivate an innovative academic and administrative environment capable of attracting top-tier graduates, faculty, and researchers.

• Promote strategic relationships with national and international academic institutions and research centers in the fields of plant sciences.

• Maximize the integration of modern technology in education and scientific research within the fields of plant sciences.

1- The admission requirements stipulated in the Unified Graduate Studies Statutes for Saudi universities.
2- The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Botany or Microbiology from King Saud University or an equivalent degree with a grade not less than C (good).
3- The candidate must pass a test and a personal interview.
4- The candidate must have the approval of the employer.
5- The admission is for full- time registration.
6 – The candidate must pass any supplementary courses deemed necessary by the Department’s Council.

First Year – First Semester

• BOT 512 – PLANT SURFACES – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 521 – ADVANCED ANGIOSPERM TAXONOMY – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 541 – ADVANCED ECOLOGY – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 551 – ADVANCED GENETICS – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 571 – BIOSYNTHESIS – 2 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

• BOT 514 – APPLIED PLANT ANATOMY – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 523 – FIELD SYSTEMATICS – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 543 – DESERTIFICATION & NATURE CONSERVATION – 2 Credit Hours

• BOT 572 – PLANT MINERAL NUTRITION – 3 Credit Hours

• BOT 591 – SPECIAL TOPICS – 1 Credit Hour

Second Year – First Semester

• BOT 553 – ADVANCED CYTOGENETICS – 3 Credit Hours

• BOT 592 – SEMINAR – 1 Credit Hour

• BOT 599 – PROPOSAL – 1 Credit Hour

Second Year – Second Semester

• BOT 600 – RESEARCH – 6 Credit Hours