University Requirements Student must complete 19 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10032100	Remedial English	0
Remedial English (E10032100) is a three-hour non-credited English course offered to students who score poorly (i.e. below 50%) on the placement test. Since the major concern of this course is to improve the students? proficiency before starting their ordinary university English basic courses and major courses taught in English, special emphasis has been placed on enhancing the students? ability to effectively acquire the four language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Specifically, the course attempts to ensure an academically acceptable performance on the part of the students at the level of the English basic courses. Moreover, the course aims at expanding students? vocabulary needed for various tasks.
11000101	Islamic Culture	3
This course aims to establish the concept of Islamic culture and its position among the other international cultures, its position in the Muslim life, its sources, its bases and its characteristics. It also aims to introduce the Islamic culture in faith, worship, relations, morals, and knowledge, to discuss the clash between cultures in addition to Globalization, Human Rights, Woman Rights, Democracy and other contemporary issues.
11000102	Arabic Language	3
This course aims to improve the level of students in language skills and various literary, read and absorb and express written, and oral and tasted literary, through texts flags authors and poets in different eras, lessons in grammar and spelling, and brief definition months dictionaries and Arab old ones the modern and how to use them. This course aims to implement the Arabic language in the areas of reading and expression of both types oral and written communication.
11000103	English Language I	3
University English I (E11000103) is a three credit-hour university-required English language course designed for students who need to work on the four skills of the language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The development of vocabulary and skills of comprehension are integral parts of the course. In addition, various reading strategies (making predictions, identifying main ideas, reading for details, relating information in the text to life experience) are introduced and developed through a wide range of topics for reading and writing. The course encourages a more analytical and independent approach to study and helps prepare the students for any subsequent exam preparation.
11000105	Palestinian Studies	3
The course is mandatory for university students from various disciplines, so it provides students with knowledge and `information about the Palestinian reality and in particular the political developments of the Palestinian cause since its inception until the present day in line social and economic developments and political which constitute the main pillars for the study of the Palestinian political reality. This course aims to study the Palestinian issue from its beginning until present in social, economic and political issues.
11000108	Community Service	1
This course aims to connect university students with charitable, community, and public institutions, while also enhancing students? role towards society and familiarizing them with humanitarian needs by providing assistance to targeted groups. It seeks to improve the living conditions of marginalized and impoverished populations. The course prioritizes achieving the greatest possible number of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the Palestinian context. This is not only through raising awareness and introducing these goals, but also by offering students opportunities to engage practically in implementing various SDGs locally. Students will participate in programs, projects, and activities aimed at reducing poverty and hunger, providing medical services, treatment, and medication to marginalized and poor groups, supporting gender equality and education, including persons with disabilities and special needs, preserving water resources and natural resources, raising awareness on alternative and clean energy, caring for the environment and agriculture, recycling solid materials, rejecting discrimination, promoting green spaces, and encouraging productive and forestry farming. Students enrolled in the course can join different stages designed with alternatives for each phase, allowing them to complete the requirements under flexible conditions. This approach benefits the community while developing students? skills and experiences.
11000117	Leadership and Communication Skills	1
The course aims to assist students in acquiring modern concepts in the field of communication and understanding the essential skills for effective communication with oneself and others. This is achieved through the use of effective teaching methods that rely on student engagement and motivation to learn through training and self-directed learning. The course emphasizes skill development through teamwork and interactive methods, helping students improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills by learning public speaking and the fundamentals of oration. Additionally, it helps students develop active listening skills, and contributes to enhancing their abilities in dialogue and persuasion, overcoming public speaking anxiety, self-promotion, negotiation, job interviews, presentation and delivery, and writing. The course also provides students with knowledge about innovative and creative ideas that can be implemented, as well as how to write a resume. Furthermore, the course aims to refine students' personalities through participation in group presentations.
11000126	Introduction to Computer Science and Skills	2
This course aims to enrich students with the basic computer skills alongside with the theoretical and practical backgrounds behind those skills. First of all, software and hardware components of a computer are discussed. This forms the substrate from which a student can realize the practical applications of a computer, especially in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thereafter, the student awareness for the security vulnerabilities of a computer system is improved through discussing the threats associated with the absolute dependability on the Internet in storing critical data. This is conducted with presenting the basic secure Internet frameworks for students with emphasis on scientific research platforms (ResearchGate, Google Scholar, LinkedIn,?etc). Finally, word processing, statistical analysis and presentation software are discussed with practical applications in the lab.
11000329	English Language II	3
University English II is a three-credit hour university-required English language course specifically designed to meet the needs of the students of the humanities and social sciences. The instructors of the course will employ a broad-based approach by integrating the four language skills, in order to enable students to improve their reading skills and comprehension of a variety of academic texts and to provide their own input by expressing their opinions on the topics under discussion, through either verbal participation in class or written assignments at home. As the discussions in class will be held in English, this is hoped to enhance the listening comprehension of students as well as provide them with opportunities to exercise their speaking skills. The units in the prescribed textbook have been organized according to the various strategies that students need to practice in order to improve their speed and comprehension, particularly while reading on an academic subject in English. These strategies include understanding vocabulary in context, using the dictionary, understanding information from graphs and charts, scanning for specific information, taking notes from reading, studying collocations ?. etc. In Addition to the texts set for intensive reading, six more passages are also considered as self ? reading passages so as to encourage students to read at home and contact their instructors.

Speciality Requirements Student must complete 84 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10506110	Introduction to Kindergarten	3
This course introduces foundational psychological and educational principles relevant to early childhood, particularly kindergarten. It explores developmental stages, learning theories, motivation, and educational functions. Students learn how to apply these concepts in creating nurturing, stimulating learning environments tailored to young children's needs.
10506111	Educational & Psychological Foundations of Kindergarten	3
Psychological and Educational Foundations of Early Childhood Education This course addresses psychological principles and educational theories related to child development and learning. It focuses on cognitive, emotional, and social development in early childhood. The role of family and environment in shaping children?s personality and behavior is also discussed. The course aims to equip students with theoretical foundations for early education.
10506112	The Psychology of Play in Early Childhood	3
This course focuses on understanding play as a fundamental element in the growth and development of children during early childhood from psychological and educational perspectives. It covers psychological theories that explain play (such as Freud, Piaget, and Vygotsky) and analyzes the functions of play in developing children?s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. The course also discusses types of play (symbolic, social, constructive, motor, etc.), stages of play, and the role of the environment, family, and teacher in providing meaningful play opportunities. Additionally, it addresses the use of play in learning, therapy, and assessment within early childhood settings.
10506113	Child Nutrition, Health and Safety	3
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts related to nutrition, health, and safety, with an emphasis on early childhood and the physical growth and health needs of children. It covers the importance of proper nutrition in promoting the child?s health and integrated development, the relationship between dietary patterns and overall health, as well as nutritional guidelines according to different age stages. The course also introduces students to common nutritional problems among children such as anemia, obesity, and malnutrition, and methods of preventing them. It includes concepts of public health, personal hygiene, disease prevention, and basic first aid. The course aims to prepare female teachers and educators to provide a healthy and safe environment in educational institutions.
10506114	Basic Skills in Physical Education	3
This course aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the fundamentals of physical and sports education, with a focus on the basic motor skills necessary for the child?s comprehensive development. The course addresses the importance of physical activity in promoting physical, mental, emotional, and social growth. It introduces students to the principles of teaching basic motor skills such as walking, running, jumping, throwing, balancing, and climbing, in addition to principles of motor organization and muscle coordination. The course also covers how to plan and implement safe and appropriate physical activities for children using simple tools and available materials, fostering an encouraging and participatory motor learning environment.
10506115	Child Mental and Language Growth	3
This course introduces students to the concepts and types of learning difficulties in the kindergarten stage, with a focus on early identification of symptoms and indicators, as well as the causes of these difficulties during this critical stage of development. It addresses the psychological, educational, and social aspects of learning difficulties, in addition to early diagnosis and intervention strategies. The course also presents methods for supporting children with learning difficulties through adapting the learning environment, designing appropriate educational activities, and employing specialized pedagogical strategies to enhance children's abilities and skills. The vital roles of both the teacher and the family in early detection and effective management of these difficulties are emphasized throughout the course.
10506116	Elementary Education and Curriculum in Palestine	3
This course introduces the education system in Palestine with a focus on the basic education stage. Students learn about the organizational structure, educational policies, and the challenges facing basic education within the Palestinian context. The course also studies the curricula used in basic education regarding their objectives, content, teaching methods, and evaluation techniques. It emphasizes analyzing and evaluating curricula from educational, cultural, and social perspectives, highlighting the importance of developing curricula that align with the needs of Palestinian society, national values, and cultural identity. The course further discusses the role of teachers, families, and institutions in supporting and improving the quality of basic education in Palestine.
10506211	Integrated Curriculum of Kindergarten	3	10506110 10506111
The integrated curriculum in early childhood education focuses on connecting various domains of children?s learning and development in a holistic and comprehensive way. Educational experiences are presented to reflect the natural interrelation between cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and motor development. This approach aims to enhance children?s learning by integrating content, skills, and activities across different areas, rather than teaching them in isolation. The integrated curriculum involves designing learning environments that encourage exploration, interaction, and play, while incorporating children?s real-life experiences and cultural backgrounds into the learning process. It also emphasizes the role of the teacher as a facilitator who connects different learning topics and fosters critical and creative thinking in young children.
10506212	Reading and Writing Teaching for Children	3	10506110 10506111
This course focuses on the principles, theories, and effective techniques for teaching reading and writing skills to children in the early stages of education. It explores the stages of acquiring written language, beginning with letter and sound recognition, progressing through the development of early reading skills such as comprehension and understanding, and culminating in expressive and cumulative writing. The course presents various instructional strategies, including guided reading, interactive writing, and the use of games and creative activities to motivate children and enhance their language skills. It also discusses the challenges of teaching reading and writing and how to adapt methods to meet the individual needs of children, including those with learning difficulties.
10506213	Drama and Theatre in Education	3	10506110 10506111 10506115
This course focuses on the use of drama and theatre as effective educational tools to support children?s holistic development in areas such as verbal and non-verbal expression, creative thinking, and social skills. It explores the fundamental concepts of educational drama and the basics of theatre, along with the benefits of integrating them into early childhood and primary school settings. Students will learn techniques and methods for using drama and theatre to design engaging learning activities that foster children?s linguistic, emotional, and social development, while also promoting self-confidence and cooperation. The course includes practical applications and the design of simple theatrical performances suited to children's abilities.
10506214	Psychological Health for Preschool Child	3	10506111
This course focuses on understanding the psychological and emotional aspects of children in the preschool stage and the importance of maintaining their mental health to ensure balanced and healthy development. It addresses factors affecting the child?s mental health, such as family, social, and educational environments, in addition to recognizing common psychological disorder signs at this stage and methods of prevention and appropriate psychological support.
10506215	Environmental Education for Children	3
This course focuses on raising environmental awareness among early childhood children and promoting positive environmental behavior through age-appropriate educational activities. It aims to introduce students to the concepts of environmental education and its importance in fostering responsible attitudes towards the environment, such as conserving resources, respecting nature, recycling, and rational consumption. The course also covers the teacher?s role in designing an environmentally friendly classroom environment and utilizing interactive activities and simple projects that cultivate children?s environmental sensitivity and instill values of environmental citizenship and belonging.
10506216	Modern Educational Media for Kindergarten	3	10506110 10506111
This course aims to introduce students to the latest educational technologies used in teaching preschool children and to train them on effectively employing these technologies within the kindergarten environment. The course covers a range of digital and non-digital educational tools, such as interactive learning applications, smart boards, augmented reality, educational games, and project-based learning methods. It also focuses on how to select and adapt these technologies to suit children?s developmental characteristics, promote active learning, creative thinking, and develop communication and collaboration skills.
10506217	Childhood Problems and Methods of Behavior Adjustment for Kindergarten	3	10506116
This course focuses on identifying common behavioral and emotional problems among children in the kindergarten stage, such as aggression, withdrawal, fear, excessive attachment, hyperactivity, and others. It aims to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to understand the causes of these issues, diagnose them, and address them effectively through educational approaches. The course also presents positive behavior modification techniques based on behavioral psychology principles, including reinforcement, modeling, behavioral contracts, and extinction, with an emphasis on the kindergarten environment and the teacher?s role in managing the classroom in a supportive and motivating way that fosters healthy child development.
10506311	Designing and Applying Kindergarten Curriculum	3	10506110 10506111
This course aims to equip students with foundational knowledge and skills related to curriculum development concepts in early childhood education, focusing on the philosophical, psychological, and social foundations that underpin it. The course covers curriculum components, including objectives, content, teaching methods, assessment, and activities?and approaches to designing flexible and integrated curricula that consider children?s developmental characteristics and needs. It also emphasizes training students to plan and implement educational units and classroom activities appropriate for preschool-aged children, while taking into account cultural diversity and individual differences. The course highlights the importance of continuous assessment to improve the curriculum and enhance learning outcomes.
10506312	Development of Social and Ethical Concepts	3	10506110 10506111
This course aims to familiarize students with methods for developing social and moral concepts in children during early childhood, considering these as essential components of the child?s holistic development. It covers the foundations of social and moral education, characteristics of social and emotional growth, and values and principles to be instilled in children such as cooperation, respect, honesty, tolerance, and belonging. The course emphasizes the role of teachers and families in nurturing these concepts through daily interactions, educational activities, and guided play. It also presents educational strategies and methods that promote socially and morally appropriate behavior in children, tailored to their age and needs.
10506313	Creativity in Childhood	3	10506115 or 10506110
This course focuses on the concept of creativity during childhood as a fundamental element in the cognitive, emotional, and social development of the child. It explores the nature of creativity, its stages, and the characteristics of creative children, in addition to factors that promote or hinder creativity growth in early childhood. The course also reviews practical strategies for developing creative thinking, such as play, imagination, arts, and storytelling, highlighting the role of the teacher and the learning environment in supporting creativity. It encourages designing educational activities that stimulate imagination, innovation, and free expression among children.
10506314	Current Trends in Child Education	3	10506211 10506212
This course reviews the latest contemporary educational trends and theories related to child rearing in light of social, technological, and cultural changes. It aims to introduce students to modern educational practices that promote the holistic development of the child, such as rights-based education, active learning, digital education, inclusive education, and social-emotional learning. The course also discusses the roles of the family, school, and technology in shaping a supportive learning environment for the child, with a focus on raising children amid contemporary challenges such as globalization, media influence, and societal transformations.
10506316	Management of Child Learning Environment	3	10506110
This course focuses on the scientific principles and foundations for effectively managing the child?s learning environment to ensure it is safe, stimulating, and diverse, meeting the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of children in early childhood. The course addresses how to organize classroom spaces and activities, manage time and resources, and build positive relationships between children and educators. It also highlights the teacher?s role as a manager of the educational environment, including strategies for behavior management, promoting positive discipline, and creating a setting that supports active learning and social interaction while taking into account individual and cultural differences.
10506411	Assessment and Evaluation of Children Teaching	3	10506212 10506115
This course focuses on the principles and methods used to assess and evaluate children's learning in the early stages. It covers various assessment tools such as tests, observations, and formative reports, and how to use them to accurately and comprehensively evaluate children's skills and knowledge. The course also aims to enable teachers to develop appropriate evaluation tools that consider individual differences among children, and to utilize assessment results to improve the educational process and promote the child?s holistic development.
10506412	Caring for Special Needs Children	3	10506214
This course introduces the categories of children with special needs and various types of disabilities, including physical, sensory, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. It aims to understand the challenges these children face in growth and learning, as well as appropriate care and support strategies. The course covers educational and rehabilitative methods that help develop children?s skills and achieve greater independence and social inclusion, highlighting the importance of an inclusive and accepting learning environment. It also emphasizes the role of the family and teacher in providing psychological and educational support for these children.
10506413	Development of Thinking Among Preschool Children	3	10506115
This course focuses on enhancing basic thinking skills in preschool children, including creative thinking, critical thinking, and problem-solving. It covers methods and approaches for fostering thinking development through diverse educational activities such as play, social interaction, and sensory experiences. The course also aims to empower teachers and parents to design stimulating learning environments that support the growth of children?s thinking abilities during this crucial developmental stage.
10506414	Theoretical Foundations of Practicum	3	10506311 10506212
This course focuses on the study of educational theories that form the scientific and practical foundation of field training. It aims to bridge theoretical concepts with practical application in various educational settings. The course explores major educational approaches and schools of thought, such as behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, and social learning theory, analyzing how these can be applied in the design and implementation of instructional and educational programs. Additionally, the course highlights the importance of field training in developing students? professional and pedagogical skills, preparing future teachers to address challenges in educational environments, and strengthening their ability to plan, implement, and evaluate the teaching and learning process effectively.
10506415	Field Training	9	10506414
This course aims to provide students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills they have acquired during their studies in a real practical environment. The field training enables students to engage directly in educational or professional work settings, enhancing their understanding of actual work and developing their professional and personal skills. The course includes field supervision, documentation of experiences, and analysis of challenges faced by students during practice, with an emphasis on developing communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities.
10506416	Educational Readings in English for Kindergarten	3	10506110
Educational Readings in English for Early Childhood Education This course aims to strengthen students? skills in reading educational texts in English. It presents current topics in early childhood education through selected readings. In addition, it fosters critical analysis and links theory with practice. Consequently, students enhance both their academic and language proficiency.
10506417	Action Research for Kindergarten	3	10506415
This course focuses on teaching students how to apply action research as a tool to develop and improve teaching and learning practices within the early childhood education setting. Students learn the steps of action research, including identifying a problem, collecting and analyzing data, implementing solutions, and evaluating outcomes with the goal of enhancing the quality of the educational process. Additionally, students acquire critical and professional thinking skills necessary for ongoing research and practice in the field of early childhood education.

Speciality Optional Requirements Student must complete 18 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10506251	Kindergarten counseling	3	10506110 10506111
This course aims to equip students with the fundamental knowledge and skills in psychological guidance and counseling specifically tailored for children in the kindergarten stage. It focuses on understanding the psychological and social needs of the child and recognizing methods for addressing behavioral and emotional problems within the early childhood environment. Students also learn strategies for providing psychological support and promoting the child's mental health, as well as the role of the teacher and psychological counselor in creating a safe and motivating educational environment.
10506252	Global Experiences in Kindergarten Programmes	3	10506110 10506111
This course examines and analyzes prominent international experiences in the design and implementation of early childhood education programs, focusing on exemplary models that have successfully developed children?s skills and promoted their holistic growth. It reviews various educational policies, curricula, teaching methods, and assessment approaches used in early childhood programs across multiple countries. The course discusses the factors contributing to the success of these programs and the challenges they face, considering cultural and social differences that impact program design and implementation. It aims to draw lessons that can be adapted and applied to improve the quality of early childhood education programs in local contexts.
10506253	Learning Resources Design and Production	3
Design and Production of Learning Materials This course focuses on the skills needed to design effective learning resources suited to learners? needs. It includes both digital and traditional instructional tools. Students explore the process of planning, creating, and evaluating educational materials. The course promotes creative connections between content and learning objectives.
10506254	Child and Family Rights	3	10506110
This course addresses the fundamental concepts of children's rights and the family's role in protecting and ensuring the fulfillment of these rights. It focuses on introducing international child rights agreements, such as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and explains the civil, social, economic, and cultural rights that every child should enjoy. The course highlights the family's role in providing a safe and nurturing environment for the child's development, along with the rights and responsibilities of parents in raising and caring for their children. It also explores the challenges facing child rights in various contexts and the role of society and institutions in supporting both the child and the family.
10506255	Child Education in Islam	3	10506110
This course explores the Islamic principles and values related to the upbringing and education of children in light of the Holy Qur?an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It focuses on the concept and objectives of Islamic education, and the foundations for building a well-balanced child?s personality?spiritually, morally, and socially. The course highlights the roles of the family and community in raising children and emphasizes key values that should be instilled in them, such as faith, honesty, trustworthiness, respect for others, and good character. It also discusses educational methods recommended in Islam to support the child?s holistic and balanced development.
10506256	Thinking Skills	3
This course aims to develop students? abilities across various dimensions of thinking, including critical thinking, creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. It focuses on equipping students with the skills needed to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information, as well as to enhance their logical and deductive reasoning abilities. The course promotes higher-order thinking skills that enable students to address complex problems in academic and professional contexts. It also encourages independent and objective thinking, and fosters innovation and systematic planning.
10506257	Learning Difficulties at Kindergarten Level	3	10506110 10506111
Learning Difficulties in Kindergarten This course focuses on identifying early childhood learning difficulties, including causes and symptoms. It highlights early detection methods and the teacher?s role in intervention. Furthermore, it examines instructional strategies that address individual differences.Therefore, the course prepares teachers to support children with special learning needs.
10506258	Kindergarten art and music	3	10506110 10506111
This course focuses on the role of music, art, and singing activities in fostering the overall development of children in kindergarten. It emphasizes the importance of music and the arts as educational tools that enhance self-expression, creativity, and social-emotional interaction in young children. Students are introduced to various types of age-appropriate musical and artistic activities, and how to use songs and educational chants to support the development of language, motor, and social skills. The course also includes practical training in delivering music and art activities using simple, child-friendly materials.
11011222	Entrepreneurship and Innovation	3
Explores the world of entrepreneurship and creativity by examining the processes and techniques used to develop ideas and turn them into successful projects. The course includes understanding the foundations of entrepreneurship and the stages of emerging business development, in addition to analyzing the factors that affect the success of entrepreneurial projects and enhancing creativity in various fields.

Free Courses Student must complete 6 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10162	Environment in Palestine	2
7303433	Pharmacy & Society	2
This course explores the vital role of pharmacists in promoting public health and serving the needs of the community. It focuses on the pharmacist's responsibilities in health education, disease prevention, and patient advocacy. The course also covers communication skills, cultural competence, and collaboration with other healthcare providers and organizations to improve community health outcomes.
10311198	French Language 1	3
This course aims at introducing students to the French alphabet, and the way of writing masculine and feminine words, as well as sentence structures: personal pronouns, verbs, and objects (direct and indirect). It also lists daily events using assistance tools such as drawings, pictures, and some short answers: acceptance, rejection, thanking, apology, and justifying the answers.
10816001	Planning and Development	2
The course aims to explore the factors and determinants that influence policy formulation in both its internal and external dimensions. It emphasizes the optimal use of tools and instruments and the provision of precise information necessary for planning processes, particularly in the context of social mobilization, security and stability, financial resources, national production, industrial energy, and military power at national and international levels. The course also covers an analysis of theories and schools of political development, including behavioural liberal theory, social growth theory, Marxist theory, dependency and development theory, and the Islamic theory of succession. Additionally, the course focuses on studying the methods of political development theories, their intellectual sources, goals, and dimensions, aiming to understand the reasons behind the failure of these theories and models to achieve the desired political development.
10871112	Financial Literacy	3
It aims to provide students with basic financial knowledge and skills that enable them to make sound financial decisions in their daily and professional lives. The course covers various topics related to personal and corporate money management, and focuses on enhancing financial awareness among students.
10878415	Digital Marketing	3
Digital marketing is the process of promoting products or services using digital technologies and the Internet. Digital marketing relies on various strategies and advanced tools to reach the target audience, build customer relationships, increase brand awareness, and generate sales. Digital marketing is characterized by its ability to reach a wide audience at a relatively low cost compared to traditional marketing, in addition to the ability to accurately measure and analyze results to make informed decisions.
11000111	Jerusalem	2
Jerusalem This course offers a comprehensive study of the city of Jerusalem and its religious and cultural significance throughout history. It covers the geographical, historical, religious, and political dimensions of the city, from the Canaanite period through the Jewish, Roman, Byzantine, Islamic, Crusader, and Ottoman eras, up to the current Israeli occupation. The course also explores Jerusalem?s importance in the three monotheistic religions, its historical and religious landmarks, and contemporary political issues surrounding the city
11000151	General Principles in Administration	2
It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic concepts and practices in management science. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply management principles in various organizational settings. The course includes diverse topics covering all major aspects of management, from planning and organizing to leadership and control.
11000152	Introduction to Debate	2
It aims to introduce students to the basics of debates and develop their skills in analysis, persuasion, and effective communication. The course focuses on teaching students how to formulate and present arguments logically and convincingly, as well as understanding the rules and techniques of successful debate.
11000153	Introduction to Debate	3
It aims to introduce students to the basics of debates and develop their skills in analysis, persuasion, and effective communication. The course focuses on teaching students how to formulate and present arguments logically and convincingly, as well as understanding the rules and techniques of successful debate.
11000156	Investment Principles	2
Aim to provide students with basic knowledge and concepts related to investment. This course covers a range of topics that help students understand how to make informed investment decisions and analyze the returns and risks associated with various investments. The course provides a comprehensive overview of types of investment assets, financial markets, and investment strategies.
11000161	Engineering & Society	2
This course aims to introduce students to the reciprocal relationship between engineering and society, and the role of engineering in serving humanity and sustainable development. It explores the ethical, social, environmental, and technological dimensions associated with engineering practices, highlighting how engineering decisions and technologies shape modern societies and how societal and cultural contexts influence engineering solutions. The course also encourages critical thinking and interdisciplinary analysis to understand the contemporary challenges facing the world. It enhances students' ability to assess the impact of technological solutions from social, cultural, and economic perspectives.
11000163	Nutrition and Health	2
Nutrition and Health is a free course taught in Arabic and offered by the Department of Nutrition and Processing. It highlights the importance of healthy food for the human body, the relationship between food and health, different types of nutrition, proper nutrition methods, and the direct impact of balanced nutrition on health. It also focuses on presenting reliable scientific sources of nutritional information.
11000165	Earthquake Mitigation	2
The course covers a number of important topics related to earthquake risk reduction, including: an introduction to seismology; the nature of site soil and its impact on the seismic behavior of structures; the mechanism of earthquake effects on buildings; construction materials; the expected seismic behavior of common building types in Palestine; general specifications for earthquake-resistant buildings; and risk analysis and assessment, in addition to prevention and public safety measures. Discussion sessions during the course focus on several additional key topics, such as shelters and a general introduction to disaster risk assessment and management. This course aims to contribute to the university?s mission of serving the community and its institutions through specific tasks. It does so by applying knowledge in education to build a culture of safety and develop capacities to reduce disaster risks in general, and earthquake risks in particular, at all levels. It also seeks to promote community engagement in line with international disaster risk reduction strategies.
11000167	University Psychological Adaptation	2
This course aims to support new university students in adapting to the academic and social environment by enhancing their psychological and interpersonal skills. Topics include stress management, time management, building positive relationships, self-confidence, study skills, and coping with transitional life changes. The course promotes self-awareness and mental well-being through interactive activities and practical exercises that empower students to effectively and positively adjust to university life.
11000169	Risk Assessment and Management	2
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles of risk analysis, assessment, and management. It is designed to actively engage students in exploring real-world applications of risk management tools and techniques. The course covers a wide range of risk types?including financial, contractual, technical, environmental, and execution-related risks?with a focus on how to identify, analyze, and evaluate their potential impacts. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the risk management process, which involves the systematic identification, analysis, prioritization, and treatment of risks to reduce the likelihood and/or consequences of undesirable events. The course offers a structured approach to developing risk management strategies, guiding students through each phase?from risk identification and initial assessment to the formulation of effective response and mitigation plans.
11000175	Democracy, Human Rights & International Human Rights	2
This course explores the concepts of democracy and human rights and the interrelationship between them. It examines the notion of human rights, their foundations, characteristics, and classifications, as well as the role of international organizations in their promotion and protection. The course aims to enhance students' understanding of the significance of democracy and human rights for both the state and society, with particular emphasis on the Arab world. Additionally, it addresses the evolution of democracy and human rights globally.The course further examines the concept of international humanitarian law (IHL), its historical development, and its principal sources both customary and treaty-based. It outlines the key legal obligations of parties to armed conflicts and neutral states, as well as the duties of occupying powers toward the occupied territory and its population.
11000176	Law and Society	2
This course aims to provide university students with general legal knowledge and legal awareness, considering the significant role that law plays in people's lives and across all fields of work. It focuses on studying the main concepts of law, its objectives, and the most important legislations affecting contemporary life. This is crucial for upholding the rule of law, achieving justice, and keeping pace with developments. The course adopts a practical approach, relying not only on theoretical material but also on its application in reality. This is achieved through developing students' skills in applying the law via field visits to various legal institutions, workshops, and studying diverse legal cases.
11000331	English Conversation Skills	3
This course is meant to help students communicate more effectively and confidently in spoken English. The course addresses improvements in oral skills needed for discussions, presentations and daily life interactions. Students also have opportunities to beef up their vocabulary repertoire in different walks of life, that they can be able to express themselves smoothly when encountered with different situations. This course is intended to target all university students who yearn for consolidating their English communication skills needed for the 21st century.
11000332	English Writing Skills	3
English Writing Skills is an elective course designed to develop students? academic writing skills in English. It focuses on enhancing grammar, vocabulary, and organization to help learners express their ideas clearly and effectively. The course introduces various forms of writing such as paragraphs, essays, summaries, and reports. Emphasis is placed on the writing process, including brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revising, and editing. Students will also learn how to write with purpose and audience in mind, using appropriate tone and style. By the end of the course, students will be able to construct well-organized and a coherent essay with a thesis statement, a development of a thesis statement and a conclusion. Students will be trained to write a claim an a supporting evidence to produce a coherent well-developed essay.
11000333	The Art of Writing and Expressing	2
The course presents a range of topics aimed at developing university students? writing and expression skills. It offers both theoretical and practical content that introduces them to the techniques of constructing written topics, methods of paragraph development, and various writing styles?both functional, such as essays, reports, research papers, and meeting minutes, and creative, including poetry, short stories, and autobiographies.
11000334	Historical and Tourist Tracks	2
Tourist and Historical Trails This course focuses on the study of tourist and historical routes at the local, regional, and international levels. It introduces students to the significance of cultural, religious, and natural routes in promoting sustainable tourism. The course includes the study of major archaeological, religious, and natural sites, the planning and documentation of tourist routes, and an analysis of their historical and touristic value. Students will also learn how to design tour itineraries and connect them to their historical, geographical, and cultural contexts. Practical training in preparing an actual tourist route is included.
11201101	Introduction to Musicology	2
11201103	Palestinian Music Folklore	2
Studying the musical production of the Palestinian people, and identifying the style of popular music. Palestinian, and analysis of popular music at the instrumental and lyrical levels. Research into the characteristics of instrumental music and its popular singing features. Study and analysis of the various forms and templates of popular music. Identifying examples of popular songs and types of popular musical instruments, in terms of their manufacture, sound structure, and methods of playing them.
11201163	Choir	2
The course aims to learn collective singing of a repertoire of Palestinian and Arab national anthems and songs.