Program Title

PhD of Anatomy and Cell Biology

The PhD program at King Faisal University focuses on providing students with the basics of scientific research and preparing graduates to academic position in higher education and research institutes. During the first four semesters, students receive the basics of both molecular and cell biology as well as advanced studies in traditional anatomical sciences such as gross anatomy, histology, embryology and / or neuroanatomy. Upon completion of the required modules, a supervisor will be selected to lead the PhD research project. The final two semesters are devoted to conduct the research project under guidance of the thesis supervisor.

College              Veterinary Medicine

Department             Anatomy

Program Title  Anatomy and Cell Biology

Degree             PhD of Anatomy and Cell Biology

Duration             3 years (6 Semesters)

Credit Hours             50 Credit Hours

                                 Required 20 Credit Hours

Specialty Courses 6 credit hours track dependent   courses selected by the student and supervisor's advice

                                Elective courses 6 credit hours

                                Thesis 18 credit hours

Tracks             Study tracks

-  Gross Anatomy

-  Histology

-  Embryology

-  neuroanatomy

Targeted Students  Post graduate students with master's degree in veterinary medicine or human medicine, nursing, dentistry, zoology and biological sciences, or applied medical sciences

Requirements  At least "very good" grade in subjects relevant to the study track

Applicants should: