Relevant Science Subjects

5* Subjects in HKDSE	Guaranteed Admissions into the following Major Programme(s)
Biology	Applied Biology
	Bioresource and Agricultural Science
Chemistry	Biochemical and Testing Sciences
Information and Communication Technology	Computer Science
Mathematics	Computer Science
	Mathematics and Statistics
Physics	Green Energy and Smart Technology

Criteria for Major Programme Assignment

Department	BSc (Hons) Programmes in	Minimum Requirements*
Biology	Applied Biology Biotechnology Concentration Environmental Science Concentration	(1) cGPA of 2.4; AND (2) Grade C+ in BIOL1005 Introduction to Biology
	Bioresource and Agricultural Science	(1) cGPA of 2.2; AND (2) Grade C in BIOL1005 Introduction to Biology
Chemistry	Biochemical and Testing Sciences	(1) cGPA of 2.0; AND (2) Grade C+ in CHEM1005 Introduction to Chemistry
Computer Science	Computer Science	(1) cGPA of 2.5; AND (2) Grade C+ in COMP1005 Essence of Computing
Mathematics	Mathematics and Statistics	(1) cGPA of 2.0; AND (2) Grade C in MATH1025 Understanding Mathematics and Statistics
Physics	Green Energy and Smart Technology	(1) Grade C in GEST1005 Introduction to Green Energy and Smart Technology; AND (2) Grade C in at least two other Year 1 Science and Technology courses (including SCIE1006, SCIE1007, BIOL1005, CHEM1005, COMP1005 and MATH1025)

*Remark: The minimum requirements may be waived upon approval by the Undergraduate Studies Committee for special case.

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology

The Applied Biology programme is structured to provide the necessary background and training in the biological sciences to meet local needs in the fields of agriculture and fisheries, biotechnology, conservation, environmental monitoring and pollution control, health and sanitation.

• Biotechnology Concentration
  This concentration is structured to nurture students with the basic and up-to date knowledge and techniques of biotechnology including molecular biology, immunology, and fermentation and enzyme technology.
• Environmental Science Concentration
  This concentration is designed to train students with understanding in biological and chemical basis of environmental problems, their control and management, as well as the restoration and remediation of degraded or derelict lands and ecosystems.

Programme Director: Prof Xia Yiji

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BSc (Hons) in Bioresource and Agricultural Science

The programme is the first and unique agriculture related professional programme in Hong Kong, which focuses on the integration of agriculture with bioresource management with the aim of cultivating an understanding of the social, ecological and environmental significance of agricultural practices and bioresource conservation from the perspective of sustainability. Graduates will be provided with hands-on experience in agricultural technology and bioresource conservation required for an array of bioresource, agriculture, and environmental related professions, including agribusiness, consultancy, research and development, non-governmental organizations, green groups, government departments (e.g. AFCD, EPD, LCSD), property management, etc. To equip students with real world experience, students will be offered experiential internship opportunities, and professional Organic Inspection Certificate Training by the International Organic Inspectors Association to enable them to carry out organic inspections worldwide.

Programme Director: Dr Anna O W Leung

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BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology and BSc (Hons) in Ecology and Conservation

Description: This programme is jointly offered by the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and the University of Lincoln in the UK. In this “3+1” Double Degree programme, students studying in the Environmental Science concentration of the Applied Biology programme will study the first three years at HKBU to gain fundamental and advanced knowledge and skills in environmental science and management to address current and topical environmental and human health-related issues and problems, and study Year 4 at the University of Lincoln in its Ecology and Conservation programme. This will provide students with a firm grounding in the principles of ecology and conservation to address challenges pertaining to the conservation of biodiversity.

Programme Director: Dr Anna O W Leung

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BSc (Hons) in Biochemical and Testing Sciences

This programme offers two concentrations of study:

• Biomedical Chemistry
• Testing and Certification

The aim of the programme is to provide students with a strong foundation in all principal areas of chemical sciences. The curriculum is designed to equip students with ample knowledge and skills in (applied) chemistry and biochemistry, solving real-world scientific problems especially in biomedicine and (bio)chemical testing. Emphasis will also be placed on developing students’ analytical mind, logical and critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, which are the essential generic capabilities in employment and postgraduate study.

Programme Director: Dr Gray K S Ho

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BSc (Hons) in Chemistry

The overall aim of the Chemistry programme is to provide students with a strong foundation in all principal areas of chemical science and knowledge in developing career and solving real-life chemical problems, including those in the environmental area, and to meet the needs from government, education, industrial or commercial sectors. The curriculum is designed to equip students with ample knowledge in both pure and applied chemistry so that you are adequately and flexibly trained for both employment and postgraduate studies locally or overseas.

Students admitted into this programme will be introduced to fundamental principles of all principal branches of chemistry and other related scientific disciplines. Knowledge in more specialized areas of chemistry will be acquired through a variety of Major elective courses. Research experience and hands-on laboratory skills are gained through a required Final Year Project.

Programme Director: Dr Gray K S Ho

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BSc (Hons) in Computer Science

The general aim of BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, with accreditation by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers^, is to prepare students for a career in computer science or information technology related areas. Students will be equipped to work in the Information and Communication Technology industry or pursue postgraduate study in Hong Kong or abroad. Graduates of this programme will have learnt how to learn and, have the skills and confidence to meet the challenges in the rapidly changing information technology world.

This programme offers four concentrations of study^#:

• Artificial Intelligence Concentration

  This concentration is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) to participate in AI-related projects using computational methods.

• Computing and Software Technologies Concentration

  This concentration equips students with concepts, principles and practices of computing and software technologies to contribute to technological innovations.

• Information Systems and Analytics Concentration

  This concentration equips students with knowledge and practices of information systems design, development and integration, as well as information analytics skills for creative applications in real-world organizations.

• Data and Media Communication Concentration

  This is an interdisciplinary concentration co-offered with the Department of Journalism, School of Communication. It emphasizes both data analytics and journalistic principles and skills for media organizations as well as related industries.

Students are able to gain IT work experience training through summer internship and 1-year placement opportunities. Also, the programme offers diversified overseas outreach opportunities for students such as study tours, overseas internship, overseas summer research programme and overseas study exchange.

^{^} Full accreditation has been granted for AI, CST, ISA concentration and double concentrations (AI+DMC, CST+DMC and ISA+DMC).
^# Double Concentration Options: AI + CST, AI + DMC, AI + ISA, CST + DMC, CST + ISA and ISA + DMC

Programme Director: Prof Byron K K Choi

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BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Statistics

• This programme is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in mathematical and statistical concepts with an aim towards developing logical thinking and analytical skills that are applicable to various career fields.
• Special emphasis on applications in industrial and commercial areas is stressed, and students are well trained in the use of various computer software packages to solve real-life problems in management science, logistics, computer visualization, computational finance, engineering design, actuarial science, clinical research, industrial applications, social science research and others.

Programme Director: Dr Fan Jun

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BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Statistics and
BSc in Actuarial Science

This programme is jointly offered by the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and Simon Fraser University (SFU). The double degree approach leverages the quantitative and market skills of mathematics, statistics and actuarial science with corporate financial management practices. As such, this programme between HKBU and SFU has many elements, such as risk assessment and market structure, which are not in current course offerings at HKBU. Thus, the programme, while having finance at its heart, represents a unique combination of skills from mathematics, statistics and actuarial science.

Programme Director: Dr Fan Jun

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BSc (Hons) in Green Energy and Smart Technology

The aim of the programme is to nurture young professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to develop and implement green and smart technology-driven approaches for a career in the rapidly expanding sector of smart and net-zero carbon city development. This programme provides training in green energy science and smart technology, such as green energy generations, smart energy storage and distribution, smart control system and IoT, carbon audit, energy audit and energy management. In addition to in-class learning and projects, students have experiential learning opportunities, such as internship and overseas study exchange. Courses are also available to help students to prepare for professional certification examinations. Students graduating from this programme are well equipped and highly competitive for careers as green energy and smart technology professionals, e.g., in energy audit and consulting, energy/utility companies, green/smart building design and management, smart transportation and energy conservation. The basic science training also prepares students for further studies in science and engineering, or careers in technology innovation.

Programme Director: Dr Ma Lik Kuen

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BSc (Hons) in Physics and Green Energy

The BSc (Hons) in Physics and Green Energy aims at preparing students for a career in Physics and/or in the energy sector that involves applications of scientific principles and technology. In addition to the university-wide whole person education, the specific objectives are to equip students with:

1. A solid and broad foundation in physics to build up their careers or to pursue further studies;
2. Experimental, theoretical, and computational skills to meet the needs and challenges of contemporary society;
3. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

For students joining this programme at Year 2 in the academic year 2022-23, they are expected to opt for the Applied Physics Concentration.

Programme Director: Prof So Shu Kong

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