Biological Sciences & Nanotechnology (BSN)

The BSN track provides students with a rigorous scientific foundation in all basic sciences with special focus on biosciences & nanotechnology. It prepares the students with the scientific knowledge and hands-on training to basic biological phenomena and training in a variety of applications including biotechnology, cancer biology, and nanotechnology. Courses in the program will also equip students with all the requirements needed to pursue research and graduate studies in biological sciences, biomedical sciences, chemical sciences, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and medicine.

Job opportunities

  • Research Scientists
  • Laboratory Technicians or Specialists
  • Biomedical fields
  • Government Ministries
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Biotechnology & Start-ups Companies
  • Academia & Consulting Companies

Environmental Sciences & Sustainability (ESS)

The ESS track is interdisciplinary in nature and provides undergraduate students with the scientific foundation in all the basic sciences as well as environmental sciences & sustainability. The program equips the students with the scientific knowledge and hands-on training to evaluate environmental issues, implement solutions for environmental challenges and sustainable development, and considers the interrelated social and economic domains. Courses in the program meet all the requirements needed to pursue research and graduate studies in environmental sciences, chemical sciences, environmental health, biotechnology, and biomedical fields. The ESS track is in line with the new direction in the Kingdom and the World, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), to tackle environmental issues and concerns related to food, water, and energy sustainability.

Job opportunities

  • Research & Development
  • Environmental Scientist or Specialist
  • Environmental Agencies
  • Environmental Monitoring & Management
  • Environmental Health
  • Sustainable Technology (Water, Food, and Energy)
  • Environmental & Sustainability Consultant
  • Education (Environmental & Sustainable Development)
  • Conservation Scientist/Officer.
  • Community & Urban Planning


Department & Programs

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Chemistry

Chemistry is essential to the development of society and offers solutions to today's challenges including environmental issues, sustainable energy, and the development of new medicines.

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Humanities & Social Sciences

The Department is primarily concerned with instilling, promoting and refining the university students' 'Faith', 'Knowledge', and 'Performance'; the crucial underpinnings determined by the late King Faisal (MGBHS) for the advancement of the nation.

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Life Sciences

Department of Life Sciences is to promote understanding of the function of molecules, cells, tissues and organs with a concentration on hereditary factors and genetic mechanisms controlling fundamental biological processes, particularly in relation to the human body..

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Mathematics & Computer Science

Mathematics is critical to the understanding of scientific and engineering concepts as nature laws are best described in a mathematical language, and as engineering concepts are modeled and achieved through mathematical tools.

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Physics

The Department of Physics at Alfaisal University provides high quality physics education, producing well prepared graduates who are confident in their abilities and understanding of various physics subjects. To accomplish this mission, the department relies on its world-class faculty members.

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English Department

We want Alfaisal students to be well-known for their dynamic critical thinking and communication skills as they interact across cultures and organizations. Our first-year composition sequence takes a rhetorical approach to academic writing.

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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

The Master's Program in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology provides a solid background in materials chemistry, solid state physics, and an introduction to biotechnology.

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University Preparatory Program (UPP)

The AUPP is a centre of excellence in teaching sciences and English. Our experienced instructors, as teachers and mentors, are here to facilitate your learning and the transition to the college of your choice.

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