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 93 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10306001	Methods of Teaching English Grammar	3
10306002	Oral Communication 1	3
This course develops basic oral skills through simple conversations, everyday interactions, and guided listening activities.
10306003	Oral Communication 2	3	10306002
This course builds on Oral Communication 1 with greater emphasis on fluency, discussion, and listening comprehension in more complex contexts.
10306004	Phonetics and Phonology	3	10306116
This course is designed in order to provide an account of the nature and value of phonetics before embarking on a process to illustrate new speech is processed, and describe the form and structure of the various organs of speech alongside the speed canal. This is basically an auditory and articulatory course to explain how speech sounds are normally produced, perceived and classified.
10306005	Writing 1	3
This course begins with a review of effective types of sentences, then focuses on the paragraph. Students will be taught to develop topic sentences into unified and coherent paragraphs using different methods of paragraph development. It culminates in training students on how to write different types of essays
10306006	Writing 2	3	10306005
This course focuses on structured paragraph and short essay writing, with gradual integration of revision and editing skills.
10306007	Literature in Education	3
This course explores how to use literature in English teaching by analysing texts and designing classroom activities.
10306008	Introduction to Translation	3	10306006 10306001
This course introduces student to the basics/ rudimentaries/ essentials of Western discourse on translation for the last two thousand, and more, years. And at each stage of the course, student is required to translate, from and into English and Arabic, texts demonstrative of these essentials/ markstones.
10306009	Reading 1	3
This course focuses on key comprehension skills, such as locating main ideas and supporting details, understanding vocabulary in context, making inferences, finding transitions, distinguishing literal and non?literal interpretations, and summarizing. The writing part of the course emphasizes organizing vocabulary lists, taking notes, writing summaries and paragraphs, filling in tables, and writing advertisements. The grammatical component of the course and the part concerned with paragraphs focus on tenses (present and perfect), markers, word forms, conditionals and question forms.
10306010	Advanced Reading	3	10306009
This course builds on the reading course. It aims at utilizing advanced techniques and strategies used by successful readers to help them become better readers and thinkers. Students will be exposed to the principles of critical reading and thinking. Students will analyze text to identify facts, fallacies, claims, premises, arguments. Work will also extend beyond texts into discourse tackling high level cognitive skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation (interpretation skills). It also includes activities which emphasize recognizing rhetorical patterns, and discourse markers. Moreover, the course aims to expose students to a variety of texts to enrich their advanced vocabulary repertoire. Course materials include college textbook material, newspaper and journal articles, essays, novels, short stories and poetry. Students will continue to practice inference, skimming, scanning and summarizing and reading comprehension. They will respond to readings through writing, discussions and oral reports.
10306011	Novel and Short Story	3	10306007
This course introduces students to close readings of short fiction representing a variety of time periods and literary traditions. It trains students on how to use literary technical terminology when analyzing and writing about the assigned short stories. The course gives primary emphasis to major writers of the nineteenth and the twentieth century.
10306012	Drama in Education	3	10306007
The course introduces drama techniques like role-play and simulation to enhance English language learning interactively.
10306013	Poetry	3
Through the study of a wide? ranging selection of works by well? known British and American poets, this course provides a close analysis of the language and stylistic features of poetry. The poetry features include structure, diction, prosody and the various sound devices used by the poets in the creation of images. The course also introduces various poetic forms: narrative poetry (epic, ballad, dramatic monologue, etc.), lyric poetry (sonnet, elegy, ode etc.), and modern free verse.
10306116	Introduction to Linguistics	3	10306001 or 10306112
This course is an introduction to the study of language, including branches of linguistics and the relationship of linguistics to other fields.
10306131	Semantics	3	10306116
This course introduces students to the basic concepts in Semantics such as Reference and Sense, Sense Relations, Word Meaning, Sentence Meaning and Utterance Meaning (Pragmatics) and Propositions. Students will also be introduced to the nature of Logic and Interpersonal Meaning.
10513111	Introduction to Curriculum	3
This course aims to provide students with the fundamentals and concepts of curriculum studies, including its origins, development, components, and functions. The course covers key curriculum concepts such as the difference between a curriculum and a syllabus, the foundations of curriculum construction (philosophical, psychological, social, and cognitive), as well as the basic elements of a curriculum: objectives, content, teaching methods, instructional materials, and assessment techniques. It also discusses modern educational trends in curriculum development and introduces students to models for curriculum design, analysis, and development in light of quality standards and the requirements of contemporary educational environments.
10513211	Practical Training 1	1
This course serves as a theoretical and introductory foundation to prepare students for upcoming field training experiences. It focuses on professionally and educationally equipping students by introducing them to the teaching profession, the roles and responsibilities of the teacher, principles of school work, and basic teaching skills. The course covers concepts related to lesson planning, classroom management, educational communication methods, professional ethics, building effective relationships within the school environment, and analyzing components of the teaching situation (teacher, student, curriculum, classroom environment, assessment). It also encourages reflective thinking and the development of positive attitudes toward the teaching profession, preparing students psychologically and educationally for the actual classroom experience in subsequent advanced practical training courses.
10513215	Computer in Education	3
This course describes the historical evolution of computer use in education, the international experiences of this usage, the computer programming languages in education, the advantages of the computer in education, and the various applications in both the administrative and educational fields. It also focuses on using the internet to support the process of learning and education. Other topics include: assessing the global sources of information, collaborative learning environment on the internet, searching and restoring of the information. Practically, it aims at providing the students with the necessary skills to help them in designing and producing educational multimedia software based on the teaching design principles. The produced software includes patterns of the known software, like exercise and practice, tutorial, simulation, educational games, dialogue using the authorial tools such as PowerPoint, Photo Story 3 for Windows, or Movie Maker
10513220	Educational Readings in English Language	3
This course aims to develop students? skills in reading and comprehending academic educational texts in English. It includes a selected collection of articles, research papers, and books covering various educational topics such as learning theories, teaching methods, assessment, classroom management, and educational technology. The course focuses on enhancing academic language skills, text analysis, idea summarization, and critical discussion of educational content, thereby strengthening students? ability to use English in professional and educational contexts.
10513221	Educational Psychology	3
This course describes the educational psychology with its relation to the knowledge of general psychology, the method of applying the concepts of behaviorism and cognitive in the teaching process that facilitates the learning process, the appropriate atmosphere to the teaching process happen, the teaching of children with disabilities and learning disabilities, as well teaching gifted students, how to complete the teaching process, and its measurement.
10513302	Evaluation in Schools	3
The course aims at introducing students to evaluation; its development, aims, and various evaluative methods of selection standards. It also includes different types of tests -constructing them and analyzing them, and how to evaluate students? educational achievement based on the results obtained.
10513311	Practical Training 2	1	10513211
This course represents the first stage of direct field training and aims to enable students to conduct organized observations within the classroom and school environment, becoming familiar with the components of the educational process in reality. During this course, students make regular visits to schools to observe teacher performance, teaching methods, classroom management styles, communication strategies with students, and elements of lesson planning and implementation. The course also encourages linking theoretical frameworks with practical reality and begins to involve students in partial participation at times (such as conducting a short activity or assisting in lesson organization)..
10513312	Practical Training 3	1	10513311
This course represents a transitional stage from observation to partial participation in classroom practices. It aims to enhance student-teachers' skills in planning, implementing, and gradually engaging in actual classroom participation. At this level, students gain hands-on teaching experience by preparing educational activities, delivering parts of lessons, and interacting with learners under the supervision of cooperating teachers and academic supervisors. The course focuses on building self-confidence and improving professional teaching performance through continuous feedback and formative assessment of the student?s in-class performance.
10513313	Practical Training 4	1	10513312
This course is a key stage in the series of field training courses, where students move from observation to partial practical application within an actual classroom environment. The course aims to enable students to begin implementing some educational activities inside the classroom, such as delivering part of a lesson or managing a specific activity, under the direct supervision of a cooperating teacher and academic supervisor. The course focuses on developing skills in planning, communication, using educational tools, and organizing the learning environment, with an emphasis on practical interaction with learners and understanding the realities of the educational process.
10513316	Design & Producing Teaching Aids	3
This course begins with a description of the theoretical framework of audio visual educational aids in term of concept, importance characteristics, criteria for use, foundations of their design and production. The course then addresses the concept of the communication process and its elements. The course concludes with design and production of educational aids, by students, in their specialization in harmony with its theoretical framework. Students are expected to make use of modern technology in their design and production of these aids.
10513317	Classroom Management	3
This course focuses on studying the concepts, theories, and effective strategies for managing the classroom environment in a positive and organized manner. It aims to empower teachers to create a motivating and safe learning environment that enhances students? focus and behavior, while reducing negative behaviors that hinder the educational process. The course covers topics such as classroom organization, establishing positive rules and behaviors, strategies for dealing with behavioral difficulties, effective communication with students, and motivating them for active participation in learning.
10513410	Practical Training 5	2	10513313
10513411	Statistics and Methods for Scientific Research	3
This course focuses on introducing the fundamental concepts of statistics and scientific research methods, aiming to prepare students to understand and apply various statistical techniques in the collection and analysis of scientific data. The course covers the steps of the scientific research process, types of studies, research design, and data collection methods. It also familiarizes students with descriptive and inferential statistical methods used for data analysis. Additionally, the course teaches students how to formulate hypotheses, test them, interpret results, and write research reports in an organized and scientific manner.
10513420	Practical Training 6	3
10513430	Action Research in Practical Teaching	3	10513420
This course deals with action research concept, aims, types, application on problems and difficulties in learning and teaching in the class and school environment. The student is asked to submit a research project on one of the problems or difficulties faced him/her during practical teaching using all procedures of the action research, and this is done under the supervision of one of his/ her instructors.
10514314	Principle Methods in Teaching the English Language	3
This course focuses on the basic principles that form the foundation for effective English language teaching. It covers language learning theories, the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), and the fundamentals of lesson planning and diverse teaching methods suitable for different learner levels. The course also aims to develop students? understanding of the importance of linguistic interaction, the use of teaching aids, and assessment methods that encourage active and continuous learning.
10514315	Principles and Methods in Teaching English as a Foreign Language	3	10514314
This course focuses on the fundamental principles and effective methods for teaching English as a foreign language across various educational levels. It covers language acquisition theories and the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), alongside modern teaching strategies that emphasize communication and cultural integration. The course also includes lesson planning, use of teaching aids, student motivation techniques, and assessment methods that encourage interaction and active learning in English language acquisition.
10514318	Methods of the English Language	3
This course focuses on the study of English language curricula across different educational stages, analyzing their objectives, content, and organization. It covers various types of curricula (traditional, communicative, task-based, and others) and examines how to design curricula that meet learners? needs and language proficiency levels. The course also addresses principles of curriculum development, criteria for selecting instructional materials, methods for evaluating curriculum effectiveness, and the teacher?s role in implementing and adapting curricula according to the educational context.
10514413	Current Issues in Teaching English Language	3	10514314
This course focuses on studying the current challenges and issues facing the teaching of English as a second or foreign language today. It discusses topics such as the impact of technology and digital media on education, individual learner differences, online language teaching, and managing multicultural classrooms. The course also reviews modern trends in teaching strategies, language assessment, student motivation, and addresses globalization and its effects on English language education.

Speciality Optional Requirements Student must complete 6 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
10513162	Introduction to Psychology	3
This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and general principles of psychology as a behavioral science. It covers the origins and development of psychology, its major schools and approaches, and key fields such as educational psychology, clinical psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, and industrial psychology. The course also focuses on core topics including attention, perception, learning, motivation, emotions, memory, intelligence, personality, and common psychological disorders, linking these subjects to everyday life and educational contexts.
10513299	Active Learning	3
This course deals with the concept of active learning in terms of the definition, objectives, basics, characteristics, nature, importance and components. It also addresses the suitable classroom environment for active learning and its pontifications in learning, the strategies and models of active learning( oriented lectures, brainstorming, discovery, problem solving, active group discussion, role playing, acting, story, simulation and case study), teacher?s role in active learning, active learning outside the classroom, active learning and effective thinking, the challenges of active learning, as well as the field applications on the active learning in different fields of study.
10513366	Educational Supervision	3
This course aims to introduce students to the concept of educational supervision, its origins and development, and its modern roles in improving the educational process. The course covers different types of supervision (traditional supervision, developmental supervision, collaborative supervision) and the tasks of the educational supervisor in supporting teachers and enhancing their professional performance. It also focuses on effective supervisory methods and strategies, such as classroom visits, observation, providing feedback, preparing professional development plans, and utilizing modern supervision techniques. Additionally, the course addresses challenges that educational supervisors may face in various school environments.
10513368	Teaching Skills	3
This course focuses on equipping students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to practice the teaching profession effectively. It covers the fundamental concepts of teaching, characteristics of an effective teacher, and different learner types. The course introduces a range of teaching skills including lesson planning, classroom management, preparation, explanation, questioning techniques, use of educational aids, assessment, and lesson closure. It also provides students with opportunities to apply these skills through various practical exercises and classroom activities that enhance their ability to design and implement effective teaching situations that accommodate individual differences and achieve educational objectives.
10513455	Educational Planning	3
This course focuses on the principles and methods of systematically and effectively designing the educational process to achieve learning objectives efficiently. It covers the steps of instructional design, starting from analyzing learning needs, defining educational goals, planning content, selecting teaching strategies, and designing assessment tools. The course also emphasizes the integration of technology and modern educational media in lesson design, while considering individual learner differences and diverse learning environments.
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 4 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
7303311	Medicinal Plants in Palestine	2
The course "Medicinal Plants in Palestine," offered by the Faculty of Pharmacy as an elective open to all university students, aims to introduce students to the rich plant biodiversity of Palestine, focusing on species traditionally used for medicinal purposes. It explores the botanical characteristics, therapeutic uses, and preparation methods of key native medicinal plants, including collection, drying, and storage techniques. The course also examines the traditional and modern applications of these plants in treating common diseases, along with the cultural and historical significance of their use in Palestinian society. Furthermore, it highlights relevant legislation and the challenges surrounding the sustainable utilization and preservation of medicinal plant resources. By the end of the course, students will gain an appreciation of local ethnobotanical knowledge, develop awareness of environmental and health-related issues, and enhance their ability to critically evaluate the safe and effective use of medicinal plants.
7303312	Cosmetic Products and Community	2
The course "Cosmetic Products and Society," offered by the Faculty of Pharmacy as an elective open to all university students, aims to introduce students to the world of cosmetics from both scientific and societal perspectives. It covers the basic components of cosmetic products, their mechanisms of action, methods of formulation, and evaluation in terms of efficacy and safety. The course also explores the health, psychological, cultural, and economic aspects associated with the use of cosmetics. In addition, it highlights the local and international laws and regulations governing the cosmetic industry and discusses the role of media and social platforms in shaping societal perceptions of beauty and appearance. The course seeks to raise students? awareness about the safe and informed use of cosmetic products and to enhance critical thinking and social analysis skills regarding beauty and health issues in contemporary society.
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.
7404111	Family Health	2
This course aims to give undergraduate students who are not medical majors a brief overview of health issues and topics related to all family members in order to reach a state of complete physical, psychological, mental and social safety for all family members including their nutritional health. The course also aims to familiarize students with many concepts in the fields of health and their importance, such as marriage health, reproductive health, and child health. The course also addresses the importance of medical examination, as it has become an urgent necessity with the development of genetic engineering and the spread of AIDS. There has been a strong call to compel people to medical examination before marriage and provide the necessary genetic counseling for the couple, as medical examination before marriage has become a necessary procedure to build a healthy family.
10311197	French Language	2
This course is intended for students from other departments who are not majoring in French but are interested in exploring the French language and the cultures of French-speaking countries. It is suitable for students in fields such as Media, Public Relations, English Language, Business Administration, Accounting, and others. As a beginner-level course, it introduces the fundamentals of the French language, including sentence structure, correct pronunciation, and basic communication in daily life situations, such as making introductions and describing places and people. The course corresponds to level A1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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
11000112	Fighting Corruption : Challenges and Solutions	2
\This course examines the concept of corruption, including its forms, causes, and anti-corruption efforts. Additionally, it focuses on promoting good governance and anti-corruption strategies. Students will develop an awareness of the essential values of integrity, the dangers of corruption, and ways to combat it.
11000118	Public Health	2
This course aims at studying individual, family and community relationships, the cause of pathological phenomena in the society and their symptoms, sources of water and its pollution, air-transmitted diseases, flora and fauna. In addition, the course highlights diseases resulting from technological and urban development. Noise pollution is a case in point. It deals with the dimensions of personal and environmental health and their relationship to social, economic, psychological and political factors, measurements and indices of community health status. Theoretical framework for viewing organizational issues in the delivery of health services is also discussed.
11000131	Geography of Palestine	2
Geography of Palestine This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the physical and human geography of Palestine as the ancestral homeland of the Palestinian Arab people. It explores the historical context that has shaped the contemporary geographical landscape of Palestine in its various dimensions: political, economic, social, cultural, demographic, and urban. The course also seeks to foster a sense of national identity among students by connecting geography with national memory, which reflects the Palestinian people's struggle for freedom and independence. The course includes practical applications to explain basic concepts and terminology through in-class and at-home activities, field visits, and the preparation of reports based on these visits. Students will learn how to obtain information from primary and secondary sources and use multimedia tools?audio, visual, social media platforms, and internet search engines. The course will also feature the screening of documentary films and lectures from international universities. Additionally, students will draw various physical, political, and historical maps of Palestine to deepen their understanding of its geography, contemporary history, and just cause.
11000142	Family System in Islam	2
This course deals with the concept of family in Islam, its philosophy, importance, the need to it, the legal religious objectives of it, the foundations on which it is based, and the distinguishing characteristics. It also presents the importance of marriage as well as its rules. It also presents the ways by which the marriage bond can be untied once it is impossible to go on marriage despite all reconciliation attempts. It reviews the dangers of false ideas which call for undermining the family and the marriage system as these have their own destructive impacts on religious teachings, human values and on the future on communities. It contributes in presenting and discussing a number of contemporary issues so as to be understood, recognize the opinion of Islamic Shari?ah about it and to find ways to address them such as fender, equality, domestic violence against women, birth control, artificial insemination, the Misyar or altruistic marriage, the temporary marriage and the customary marriage.
11000143	Principles of Religious Observances	2
This course aims at consolidating the concept of Islamic faith, its importance, characteristics, impacts and position in Muslims? lives. The course also demonstrates some scientific evidences that ensures the existence of Allah, the Almighty, and His Greatness. It addresses the atheists? doubts related to universe, destine, and the Day of Judgement. It also defines the meaning of monotheism, its types, requirements, contradictions; it presents the role of prophets in establishing the monotheism faith in people?s lives by narrating the stories of prophets Moses and Ibrahim with their nations. It briefly talks about the other pillars of Islam.
11000144	Fiqh of Siyra	2
Topics addressed in this course include concept of sira (biography), its sources, importance, benefit, qualities, most important contemporary suspicions around the Qur'anic narrative and responses to them; study of the most important events in the life of the Messenger, peace be upon him, from birth to death. This course is a detailed analytical study of the prophet's biography and the lessons that can be drawn from it.
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.
11000155	Poison Prevention	2
This course explores the science of toxins and their impacts on human health and the environment, while emphasizing practical strategies for prevention and intervention. Students will understand the mechanisms of toxic substances, including chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental pollutants, and examine their effects on biological systems. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to assess risks, implement safety measures, and advocate for effective public health strategies to mitigate the impact of toxins in various societal contexts.
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.
11000158	Medications and Community	2
This course an in-depth examination of the interaction between drugs and societal factors, bridging the gap between pharmacological science and its broader social implications. Students will explore the mechanisms of drug action, therapeutic uses, and side effects, while also addressing the societal, economic, and ethical dimensions of pharmacology and the impact of pharmaceuticals on public health.
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.
11000162	Environment in Palestine	2
This course is of particular importance due to its coverage of topics related to the local environment and the environmental challenges facing Palestine, as well as its close connection to the concepts of environmental sustainability and sustainable development. Offering this course as an open course will contribute to raising students' awareness of current environmental issues and enhance their ability to think critically and contribute to environmental protection.
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.
11000166	Genetics and Society	2
This course is specifically designed for students from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, aiming to explore the complex relationship between genetics and society. We will study the scientific foundations of genetics, then move on to explore its impact on various aspects of our lives, from health and disease to behavior and abilities. Through interactive lectures, group discussions, and analysis of current studies, you will develop a deep understanding of how genetics interacts with social and cultural factors to shape the individual and society.
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.
11000168	Principles of Ocupational Saftey	2
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.
11000173	Sign Language	2
The course aims to shed light on sign language by exploring its origins, meaning, importance, and rules. It highlights the vital role sign language plays in creating a means of communication for individuals with hearing impairments, particularly through real-time interpretation of spoken language.
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
11201102	Introduction to Music Education	3
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.