Life Sciences Department

Department Info

Head of Department

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Ahmed Motahar Al-Halani

About Life Sciences Department

💬 Message from the Head of Department

"In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
I am pleased to welcome you to the webpage of the Department of Life Sciences at the Faculty of Education, Sciences, and Arts – Hajjah University.
The Department of Life Sciences represents an academic environment that combines education, scientific research, and community service. We strive to prepare students equipped with scientific knowledge, practical skills, and analytical, research, and innovation capabilities.
Driven by our belief that advancing university education is closely linked to scientific research and community development, the department continually works on enhancing its academic programs, enriching its learning and research environment, expanding scientific cooperation, and upgrading its outcomes in alignment with quality standards and labor market needs.
We believe students are the core of the educational process, and our role extends beyond delivering knowledge to building a scientific personality capable of lifelong learning and active contribution to society and the nation."

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Ahmed Motahar Al-Halani
Head of Life Sciences Department - Hajjah University

🔬 About the Department

The Department of Life Sciences is one of the scientific departments at the Faculty of Education, Sciences, and Arts at Hajjah University. It specializes in studying living organisms across various levels and diversities, their relationships with the environment, and associated scientific applications. The department aims to deliver distinguished academic education that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application and scientific research. It prepares qualified scientific cadres equipped with necessary skills for the job market, postgraduate studies, and sustainable development.

🌟 Department Vision

Pioneering and excellence in education, scientific research, and community service in life sciences and environmental sciences, contributing to sustainable development and building a knowledge-based society.

🎯 Department Mission

Providing outstanding academic education and research in life sciences, qualifying scientific and professional cadres with practical capabilities, fostering innovation, protecting the environment and biodiversity in accordance with academic quality standards and development needs.

💎 Department Values

  • Quality and Excellence.

  • Scientific Integrity and Honesty.

  • Professional and Social Responsibility.

  • Creativity and Innovation.

  • Collaboration and Teamwork.

  • Respect for Biodiversity and Environment.

  • Continuous Learning.

  • Commitment to Research Ethics.

📌 Department Objectives

  • Preparing qualified academic and professional cadres in various fields of life sciences.

  • Developing academic programs and curricula according to scientific advances and quality standards.

  • Enhancing scientific research and innovation to address environmental and biological issues.

  • Fostering students' scientific, practical, and research skills using modern technologies.

  • Promoting community service through scientific consultations and awareness programs.

  • Contributing to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development.

📚 Academic Programs

The department offers specialized academic programs including:

  1. Zoology Program: Focuses on animal taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, evolution, behavior, ecology, aquatic resources, and biodiversity.

  2. Botany Program: Studies plant structure, classification, physiology, reproduction, diversity, and plant resource conservation.

  3. Microbiology Program: Covers microorganisms, their properties, taxonomy, biological activity, and applications in health, environment, food, and industry.

  4. Environmental Sciences and Pollution Program: Focuses on ecosystem components, pollution sources and management, resource conservation, and sustainability.

👨‍🏫 Faculty Members

Name

Academic Title

Specialization

Nabil Mohammed Majali

Associate Professor

Parasitology

Ali Ahmed Motahar Al-Halani

Associate Professor

Environmental Sciences & Fish Biology

Yahya Ali Abdullah Al-Qadhi

Assistant Professor

Animal Physiology

Abduldaem Mohammed Mukred Al-Mughallis

Assistant Professor

Microbiology

Yahya Mohammed Shatab

Assistant Professor

Environmental Sciences

Ammar Mohammed Ahmed Ali

Assistant Professor

Plant Physiology

Hassan Mohammed Saqeel

Assistant Professor

Plant Taxonomy

📄 Study Plans & Course Descriptions

Study plans and detailed course specifications for all programs will be uploaded soon for students and academic staff.