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Welcome to the College of Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS). The College currently houses three Departments: Life and Environmental Sciences, Health Sciences and Psychology in which it employs 47 faculty and 10 staff. CNHS offers a wide range of undergraduate courses in three different majors resulting in either a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) in Environmental Science and Sustainability; BSc in Public Health and Nutrition, or a BSc in Psychology and Human Services, which is jointly taught with the College of Education. In addition, CNHS also offers a Minor in Public Health and a minor in Applied Psychology. CNHS currently also contributes to graduate education in the form of the Executive Masters in Health Care Administration (EMHCA). In the near future, the College also plans to deliver an undergraduate program in integrated sciences/ STEM for cycle 2 and 3 teachers. The majority of CNHS faculty are research active in their respective fields and often recognized both nationally as well as internationally for their scholarly work.

Introduction and Mission

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VISIONCNHS aspires to be nationally and internationally recognized for excellence in teaching and research within the fields of Environmental Science and Sustainability, Integrated Sciences, Public Health and Nutrition and Psychology. CNHS aims to foster qualified bilingual professionals who can contribute to achieving our national goals and advancing the nation by applying scientific and critical thinking and through innovation.

MISSIONThe mission of the College of Natural and Health Sciences is to:

· Provide a high quality learning experience for our students, allowing them to build a solid scientific foundation with particular focus on Environmental Science and Sustainability, Integrated Sciences, Public Health and Nutrition and Psychology.

· Nurture effective, competent and sought after health and environment professionals that are ready for the national and international job market.

· Create opportunities for undergraduate/graduate research and innovation that support national goals within health- and environmental sciences.

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· Encourage and support cutting edge faculty-research that advance scientific knowledge and address national goals, helping further development of Nation within STEM, Health and Environmental Sciences.

STRATEGIC GOALSThe strategic goals for the College of Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS) are to:

· Enhance the international recognition of our respective undergraduate and graduate programs by acquiring program specific international accreditation;

· Continue to increase the number of students registering in our different majors, as well as their retention and the number of students graduating on time;

· Continue to develop and improve our current programs to reflect “best teaching practice” and to adjust to the needs and requirements of the job market for health and environmental professionals;

· Increase the retention, personal development and career advancement of faculty within our College;

· Continue to increase the research and innovation output from the College by encouraging and enabling faculty to undertake research; and

· Further develop and strengthen our collaboration and interaction with internal (ZU) and external (public and private sector) stakeholders.

ADMISSION TO ZAYED UNIVERSITYUAE National ApplicantsTo be considered for admission, all National applicants must possess a valid UAE passport, valid UAE National Identity Certificate and UAE ID. Applicants from a high school following the UAE curriculum must have 12 years of school and an attested General School Leaving Certificate, a minimum 70% average in academic subjects, a minimum CEPA English score of 150, and a CEPA Mathematics score (no minimum score is currently required).

Applicants from a high school following an International curriculum must have 12 years of school: GCSE/IGCSE must complete five subjects at the ordinary level and two subjects at the GCE Advanced Subsidiary or Advanced level, with a passing grade in each subject.

International Baccalaureate must successfully complete five subjects.If you are currently in high school, or have completed high school this year: Submit a completed application form with all documentation attached and Zayed University selected as your primary choice of institution to the National Admissions and Placement Office (NAPO). Applications are submitted online at http://www.napo.ae

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS Zayed University also welcomes applications from International students. For more details about admission requirements and application forms for International students, please visit:http://www.zu.ac.ae/main/en/enroll/international.aspx

The Academic Bridge Program (ABP): Success at Zayed University requires proficiency in both Arabic and English languages. Students admitted to the University are initially placed either directly into the baccalaureate program or into the Academic Bridge Program. This placement depends primarily upon each student’s proficiency in English

as measured by the Common Educational Proficiency Assessment (CEPA) exam administered by the National Admissions and Placement Office (NAPO) in the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Students initially placed into the ABP progress into University College and the baccalaureate program only once they successfully complete the Academic Bridge Program exit requirements and achieve the required level of English proficiency (overall band score of 5.0 or greater) as measured by the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) exams.

University College (UC): University College is responsible for delivering Zayed University’s general education program, organized as the Colloquy on Integrated Learning. The Colloquy Program initiates the baccalaureate careers of all Zayed University students. University College offers the high quality foundational education, the Colloquy on Integrated Learning, to all Zayed University students. It prepares them for their future majors and eventual employment. The experience instills in them a desire for lifelong learning, fosters intellectual curiosity, and engenders critical thinking.

Zayed University Undergraduate Program Model:

ADMISSION TO THE MAJORFor students entering the baccalaureate program, the College requires that the applicant for admission to the major must fulfill the following requirements for acceptance:

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Sustainability & Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Nutrition:

· Satisfactory completion of 36 semester credit hours or more

· Attainment of a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

· Achievement of C- or better in COL 110, COL 111, COL 140, COL 145, COL 185, COL 240, COL 260

· Achievement of passing grades (D or better) in COL 120, COL 130, COL 135, COL 150, COL 155, COL 220, COL 230, COL 255 and COL 270

Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services (joint with College of Education):

· Satisfactory completion of 42 semester credit hours or more

· Attainment of a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

· Achievement of C- or better in COL 110, COL 111, COL 140, COL 145, COL 240

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· Achievement of passing grades (D or better) in COL 120, COL 130, COL 135, COL 150, COL 155, COL 185, COL 220 COL 230, COL 255, COL 260 and COL 270

COL 260 and COL 270 may be scheduled for semester three, four, or five.

INTERNSHIPThe internship provides professional experience for College of Natural and Health Sciences students in a challenging but supportive working environment selected in consultation with the department. It enables students to enhance their interpersonal skills, increase their self-confidence, and apply the knowledge and skills they gained at Zayed University. The internship offers students an opportunity to assess the suitability of a particular career or organization.

ADVISING SERVICESAdvising in the College of Natural and Health Sciences has an innovative approach which emphasizes student involvement throughout the process. The College’s advising center provides necessary resources and support to students. The provided advising services help students achieve their academic goals including career path, internship, study abroad programs, graduate studies and course-specific field trips and other extracurricular activities.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSA student must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to graduate. Normally, a degree program may not require a student to complete more than 132 credit hours for graduation. The student should consult with a College advisor on program and course requirements for graduation.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS The College of Natural and Health Sciences currently offers 1 Masters degree:

A) Executive Masters in Health Care Administration (EMHCA): is designed to give students the knowledge and skills necessary for upper-middle management and senior management levels in health care organizations.

The College also offers a Graduate Certificate in Health Care Administration.

OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENTThe College of Natural and Health Sciences participates in an extensive array of outreach and engagement activities coordinated by the Institute for Community Engagement.

RESEARCHConsistent with its size and diversity, the College of Natural and Health Sciences engages in research and creative activity across a multitude of disciplines and disseminates the outcomes through publications, conferences and exhibitions across the world.

DEPARTMENT OF LIFE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (LES)The Department of Life and Environmental Sciences in the College of Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS) at Zayed University (ZU) offers undergraduate students a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Science and Sustainability (ESS). The ESS program was established in response to the UAE’s rapidly expanding environmental needs for graduates with a broad multidisciplinary approach to identifying and addressing the complex, intertwined requirements of modern society while maintaining a sustainable relationship to the natural environment. The Department offers a high quality, interdisciplinary program that prepares undergraduate students with the knowledge and skills to assume professional roles to address local and global environmental issues in line with the UAE’s National Strategic Plan 2021 for a sustainable environment and infrastructure. There is a growing demand for research and graduate/postgraduate programs in this field with a focus on national needs in the UAE, including the need to sustain living and working environments that are safe and healthy.

VISION AND MISSIONVision: To strengthen and establish strong undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning environment to enrich the student experience and to build national scientific research capacity in the area of environmental science and sustainability. The Department aims to achieve national and international recognition in Environmental Science and Sustainability practices through innovation, and high quality education and research.

Mission: To provide undergraduate students with a rigorous scientific foundation to nurture effective environmental science professionals and to create opportunities for research and development that support national goals. The program aims to produce graduates with a strong scientific background, combined with an excellent understanding of key local and global environmental issues. The Department houses well-equipped laboratories with state of art instrumental and research facilities to provide students with hands-on experience in various areas of environmental research. The Department seeks academic excellence in developing multidisciplinary environmental Science programs and research cluster groups to further understand environmental challenges, manage natural resources, and promote sustainable development.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)Upon successful completion of the program requirements the student will be able to:

1) Understand the fundamental principles of the natural sciences and their application to environmental issues including environmental sustainability, health, waste management, biodiversity conservation, environmental hazards, energy and earth systems.

2) Explain environmental science and sustainability concepts using the related terminology in context, and will formulate content using advanced written, oral and visual communication skills.

3) Critically assess the information from various sources to develop logical and coherent arguments and evaluate practical and sustainable solutions to environmental problems.

4) Demonstrate a strong understanding of scientific methods and approaches to collect and analyze scientific data and will apply this knowledge using scientific tools and techniques during practical field and laboratory exercises.

5) Demonstrate a wide appreciation of modern environmental issues at both local and global scales and will incorporate socio-cultural norms while taking on professional responsibilities in environmental stewardship.

6) Develop skills to operate professionally, ethically and autonomously in the workplace, whether as an individual, as part of a larger team, or as the leader of a team.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES A) Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Sustainability (ESS): is structured in an eight-semester plan that begins with core courses common to several majors and progresses through the ESS major-specific natural and environmental science courses from semester 4 onwards. Students interested in the ESS Major need to make sure to enrol in COL165 during semester 2 and Math114 in semester 3. During the last semester, students are required to complete an internship at a workplace relevant to the Major. Placements are arranged for the students and in the past have included government agencies dealing with environmental issues (e.g. EAD, MoCCaE, MASDAR) as well as private employers. Besides providing real-world experience, internships are a great way for students to begin networking with potential employers. Several of our students have gone on to find jobs at their internship placements. During the last semester, students are also required to complete a Senior Project (ENV491), which is a culminating experience for students to demonstrate how to apply theory and practice gained during the previous semesters to address an issue relevant to environmental science and sustainability. For the Senior Project, students work with a Faculty advisor who provides guidance while allowing the student to work independently.

COURSES OFFERED BIO201,CHE201; PHY201; ENV240; BIO202; CHE202; PHY202; ENV241; CHE365; BIO351; BIO372; ENV360; ENV371; ENV466; CHE471; ENV470; ENV474; ENV490; ENV477; ENV491

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES (HS)The Department of Health Sciences offers undergraduate students a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Publich Health and Nutrition. This degree focuses on the promotion of good health through nutrition and the primary prevention of nutrition related illness in the population. Public Health seeks to improve human health by applying knowledge on how to prevent diseases, how to protect populations from harm and how to promote healthy living. Nutrition is the study of the relationship between food and human health. Healthy food choices and lifestyles can prevent diseases; unhealthy food can cause or contribute to diseases, while certain diets can even treat diseases. We are welcoming to the BS in Public Health Nutrition students who have a passion for improving people’s life through science, public health and nutrition.

VISION AND MISSIONVision: The UAE has, in its vision, addressed the need for actions to improve a number of major public health concerns in the country such as tobacco use, traffic injuries, maternal and child health, diabetes, overweight and heart diseases and thereby recognized the need for professionals with extensive knowledge in the field. Public health and nutrition is impacting the national key performance indicators as stated in in the UAE vision 2021 document. Successful Public Health Nutrition practice requires an interdisciplinary approach involving different stakeholders such as Ministries, businesses, schools, healthcare providers, public relations, media and communication among others.

Mission: A BSc in Public Health Nutrition is a 4-year program including the general education. The science courses serve as a foundation in the degree. This is followed by courses in public health and nutrition. Public Health Nutrition graduates can pursue a career in the health care sector, in Ministries and municipalities, sport clubs, nutraceutical companies, NGOs, research centres, health authorities, schools, food safety and health promotion.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the student will be able to:

1) Critically evaluate evidence and contextual factors obtained from reliable sources to produce well-reasoned decisions and interventions in public health and nutrition.

2) Demonstrate a substantive understanding of major concepts and practices in nutrition and public health, and evaluate these concepts.

3) Demonstrate highly developed visual, oral and written communication skills in order to convey complex public health and

nutrition information and practices that can be applied appropriately at a local and global level.

4) Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the methods and approaches used in public health and nutrition to collect and analyze data, and apply knowledge and skills effectively to conduct research.

5) Demonstrate high standards of professional integrity and ethics, recognize the need for further learning, and engage respectfully with people of diverse cultures, abilities, and backgrounds.

6) Exhibit effective leadership and management skills and sensibilities required to work efficiently, independently and in teams.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES A) Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Public Health and Nutrition: focuses on the health status of individuals and communities and the wide variety of policies and activities that are designed to create awareness of health issues, prevent illness, and improve health status. Poor health and disease are major concerns in the UAE with numbers of those suffering from chronic diseases expected to continue to rise. This means there is a need for public health and nutrition specialists who can deal with the rise in incidence of non-communicable diseases. As the curriculum includes a solid science base

as well as essential practical skills needed in areas of the health sector, career opportunities in the health care sector, in ministries and municipalities, sport clubs, nutraceutical companies, NGOs, research centres, health authorities, schools, food safety and health promotion.

MINOR IN PUBLIC HEALTH:A Minor in Public Health provides students with the fundamental knowledge of principles, applications, and skills needed to develop a firm appreciation of health and disease prevention at the population level, and to use this knowledge to transform the experience of their major education into innovative approaches for solving problems related to public health. We are welcoming students who are graduating in other degrees like business, media and communication, education, psychology or environmental science to enrol in the Minor in Public Health, to be better prepared for a career life in their respective field. The minor consists of 6 courses and a total of 18 credit hours.

COURSES OFFERED:HSC205; BIO201; CHE201; HSC210; HSC267; BIO321; CHE202; HSC307; HSC328; HSC366; CHE365; HSC316; HSC367; HSC412; BIO372; CHE331; HSC466; HSC323; HSC440; HSC450; HSC422; HSC318; HSC490a; HSC491

DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGYThe Department of Psychology is a vibrant and innovative academic unit committed to excellence and providing an educational foundation where undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty establish close collaborations to learn the scientific principles of behavior and mental processes, to make major contributions to the science and practice of psychology, and to produce professionals who serve the local and wider community.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs)Upon successful completion of the program requirements the student will be able to:

1) Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the major terms, concepts, and theories in psychology and its cognate disciplines.

2) Effectively use psychological concepts and theories to assess information, generate questions, and analyze critical perspectives relevant to psychology at the theoretical and applied level.

3) Independently evaluate quantitative and qualitative research in psychology and design, plan, and produce solid empirical research studies.

4) Accurately express information and ideas on a range of complex topics related to psychology in written and oral forms and interact sensitively with people of diverse abilities, cultures and backgrounds.

5) Understand how social and individual differences affect the applicability and generalizability of psychological theories and concepts and use knowledge effectively to understand human behavior in various cultural contexts.

6) Exhibit clear understanding of the major principles that govern professional ethics in psychology and identify and evaluate dimensions of ethical dilemmas in professional and interpersonal settings.

7) Demonstrate professional behavior when engaging with others, work responsibly in groups and individually, and pursue and respond appropriately to feedback to improve performance.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES A) Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Psychology and Human Service (joint with College of Education): develops the skills necessary for entry-level service jobs in counselling needed by various sectors in the UAE, and prepares students to enter the workforce or proceed to graduate school to study psychology, counselling, or related fields.

COURSES OFFERED:PSY212; EDC363; PSY363; PSY330; PSY310; EDC307; EDC366; EDC324; EDC368; PSY340; PSY375; EDC354/EDC341; EDC431; PSY371; PSY321; PSY410; PSY325; EDC367/EDC407; EDC432; PSY451; PSY413; HSC490; HSC491

“Our interest in the youth comes first as these young people are the hope

of the future.”Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

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