Department of Marine Biology

The Department of Marine Biology is the first department in the Faculty of Marine Sciences. It was established in 1395 AH (1975) as a Marine Science Department in the Faculty of Science, and later developed into the Department of Marine Biology in 1398 AH (1978). The department specializes in the study of living organisms in the marine environment, including microorganisms, marine plants, and marine animals. The department aims to understand the biodiversity in oceans and seas, studying the interactions between marine organisms and their environment, as well as analyzing the effects of environmental factors such as climate change and pollution on marine life. Additionally, the department strives to train students in the use of modern techniques for studying marine organisms and analyzing biological data, which helps in exploring and sustaining marine resources and protecting the marine environment from various threats.