Master of Science in Botany - Imam Abdul Rahm

The Master of Science in Botany program at Rayyan - Dammam campus is a postgraduate program that emphasizes four branches of botany: Plant Ecology, Plant Physiology, Plant Taxonomy and Floral, and Plant Genetics. The program requires 30 credit hours, including a thesis defense and publication of a research paper, and takes two years to complete. It is open to both female and male students who must maintain a "Very Good" cumulative GPA and pass all required courses with a minimum grade of "Good."

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Degree Overview:

The Master of Science in Botany program was initiated in 1404 H to address the shortage of qualified scientists in girls' colleges. It is one of the pioneer programs in the College of Science. Alumni of the Botany program have gained prominent positions in Saudi universities and colleges.

Vision:

Excellence, leadership, and innovation in biological sciences locally, regionally and globally.

Mission:

Providing a high-quality educational program to prepare innovative competent graduates in biological sciences and research that enhance the sustainable development of the Arabian Gulf region resources and provide solutions to community issues.

Mission and Vision Philosophy:

The Biology department strives to prepare scientifically competent graduates in the biological sciences. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to better serve the local, regional, and global community, solve its problems, and ensure the sustainable development of its resources.

Values:

Loyalty, Excellence, Teamwork, Transparency, Diversity, Creativity and Social Responsibility.

Goals:

Create an environment of quality education in biological sciences.
Offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills needed to engage into various Biology professions in industry, scientific inquiry, and foster life-long learning.
Build a culture for research and strengthen relationship with the community.

Outline:

Program Structure:

Consists of courses and research.
30 credit hours (in 2 years) are required for successful graduation.
24 credit hours are for course work (span 2 semester)
6 credit hours are to be covered in the 3rd and 4th semesters as master’s research project.

First Year:

Semester One:

| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Pre-requisite | |---|---|---|---|---| | Biol 570 | Research Methods | 1 | - | - | | Stat 571 | Biostatistics | 2 | - | - | | bot 574 | Advanced Plant Sociology | 3 | - | - | | bot 575 | Ecosystems of Saudi Arabia | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Ecology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Chem 578 | Advanced Biochemistry | 3 | - | - | | Bot 581 | Molecular Plant Physiology | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Physiology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | bot 588 | Advanced Plant Taxonomy | 3 | - | - | | bot 589 | Cyto-chemo Taxonomy | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant taxonomy and Flora pathway | 3 | - | - | | bot 592 | Advanced Cytogenetics | 3 | - | - | | bot 593 | Molecular Genetics | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Genetics Pathway | 3 | - | - |

Semester Two:

| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Pre-requisite | |---|---|---|---|---| | bot 572 | Plant Biotechnology | 2 | - | - | | Biol 573 | Seminar | 1 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Ecology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Ecology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Ecology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Physiology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Physiology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant Physiology Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant taxonomy and Flora pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant taxonomy and Flora pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Plant taxonomy and Flora pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Genetics Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Genetics Pathway | 3 | - | - | | Elective course from the list of Genetics Pathway | 3 | - | - |

Second Year:

Semester One:

| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Pre-requisite | |---|---|---|---|---| | Biol 650 | Thesis | 3 | - | - |

Semester Two:

| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Pre-requisite | |---|---|---|---|---| | Biol 650 | Thesis | 3 | - | - |

Electives:

| Course ID | Course Title | Credit Hours | Contact Hours | Pre-requisite | |---|---|---|---|---| | Bot 576 | Advanced Climatology | 3 | - | - | | Bot 577 | Environmental pollution | 3 | - | - | | Bot 578 | Plant diversity | 3 | - | - | | Biol 579 | Botanical Indicators | 3 | - | - | | Biol 580 | Applied Plant Ecology | 3 | - | - | | Biol 582 | Stress Eco-Physiology | 3 | - | - | | Biol 583 | Natural Products | 3 | - | - | | Biol 584 | Biochemical Analyses and Laboratory Techniques | 3 | - | - | | bot 585 | Advance Plant Physiology | 3 | - | - | | bot 586 | Plant Growth Regulators | 3 | - | - | | bot 587 | Applied Plant Tissue Culture | 3 | - | - | | Bot 590 | Advance Flora of Saudi Arabia | 3 | - | - | | Bot 591 | Palynology | 3 | - | - | | bot 594 | Environmental Mutagenesis | 3 | - | - | | bot 595 | Advanced Cell Biology | 3 | - | - | | bot 596 | Human Genetics | 3 | - | - | | bot 597 | Advanced Genetic Engineering | 3 | - | - |

Other:

Four branches of Botany are emphasized: Plant Ecology, Plant Physiology, Plant taxonomy and Floral, and Plant Genetics.
The program is offered at the Rayyan - Dammam campus.
The program is open to both female and male students.
The program is a postgraduate program.
The program is a Master of Science (MSc) degree.
The program takes 2 years (4 semesters) to complete.
The program requires 30 credit hours.
The program requires a thesis defense.
The program requires the publication of at least one research paper.

Additional Requirements for Graduation:

Passing all required courses (compulsory and elective) with a minimum grade of "Good" in any of these courses with a cumulative GPA of at least "Very Good" (according to the unified regulations of Saudi universities).
Passing the thesis defense in front of a committee.
Publishing at least one research paper.

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