College of Science

Department of Biomedical Science

About Department

The Department of Biomedical Sciences is part of the college of medicine at University of Zakho. The Department was initially responsible for improving the quality and importance of basic science education for medical students. This department is multi-disciplinary program comprised of different disciplines through basic and clinical sciences covering a range of field from molecular biology, physiology, biochemistry and immunology to microbiology. We have also more focused on developing research scientific programs specifically through the knowledge of biomedical related disciplines. 

Biomedical Science department has the following duties:

1. Preparing the semester and annual reports on the state of the department from the

administrative department in a precise and proper manner, including the level of

performance of the department and the most important problems and times faced by the

proposed solutions.

2. Developing educational methods of teaching and providing modern means of audio-

visual education.

3. Supervising the department, organizing its work, distributing among its employees and

managing all its attendees including (classrooms, labs, mills, fields and warehouses) and

securing the owners and the necessary supplies.

4. Supervising the conduct of teaching, teaching performance and teaching methods on the

requirements of quality assurance in coordination with the Department of Medical

Education.

5. Award the employees of the department regular leave for one day only and make a

recommendation on what goes beyond that to the Dean.

6. Recommending thanks / appreciation and punishment to departmental regarding

administrative issues.

7. Recommending the nomination of lecturers from outside the college and university to

teach at the college.

8. Recommending that the teaching staff and other departmental staff be assigned to perform

some of the necessary tasks to follow up the affairs of the department

9. Forming the administrative, technical and practical committees in the department to

follow up the different department duties after the approval of the college council.

10. Implementation of decisions of the University Council and the College Council in respect

of biomedical administration department.

Department of Medical Education Development

Department Mission & Vision

Mission:

At the College of Medicine, University of Zakho, we dedicate ourselves to excellence in medical education and advancing healthcare regionally, nationally, and globally. As a leading institution in medical training, we foster innovation and collaboration to produce competent physicians and healthcare professionals. Our curriculum emphasizes a system-based integrated approach, focusing on outcomes to graduate physicians with comprehensive medical knowledge, essential skills, and the right attitudes for effective patient care. Central to our educational model is the development of students who are competent at a basic level, capable of fulfilling various roles in the healthcare sector. Early clinical exposure, along with robust support systems, ensures seamless integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Structured with horizontal and vertical integration, our curriculum offers diverse learning experiences, blending lectures, clinical sessions, skill labs, seminars, and case-based learning. During the final stage of their education, our students undergo specialized training in various branches of medicine through a block system, preparing them for diverse healthcare careers.

Vision:

Mastery of Medical Science and Scholarship (The doctor as a scholar and scientist) Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and application of biomedical scientific principles, including anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, and pharmacology. Apply psychological and sociological principles to understand individual and societal responses to health and disease. Utilize population health principles to address health disparities and promote wellness. Engage in scientific research methodologies to advance medical knowledge and practice


Programs


Contact Information


Address
University of Zakho
College of Medicine
Department of Biomedical Science
Zakho International Road, Duhok, Kurdistan Region-Iraq, P. O. Box 12

Phone1: +964 xxx xxxxxxx
Fax:
E-Mail: biomedical.med@uoz.edu.krd
Website:

Academic Staff

Name Department Title Position Email
Nawfal Rasheed Hussein Department of Biomedical Science Professor Dean
Basheer Ali Abdi Department of Biomedical Science Lecturer Vice Dean
Ibrahim Abdulqader Naqid Department of Biomedical Science Assist. Professor
Nadhim Sulaiman Jakhsi Department of Biomedical Science Professor University President


Academic Staff (Visitors)



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​​​ Subject Units Instructor(s)
BSc Courses
MEBP 38
MSc Courses
PhD Courses

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