School of Science

BSc in Biological Science

Award
BSc in Biological Science
Duration
4Y
Jupas code
JS5103 Science (Group B)
Application Choice(s)
school-based-admission
Science (Group B)
Students who wish to spend more time exploring their interests in the field of chemistry and life science may apply and be admitted to Science (Group B) without a major. They can opt to declare Biological Science as the major upon completion of the first year of study.
Overview

The Biological Science (BISC) program provides students with a broad coverage and fundamental understanding of major principles, concepts and technologies in organismal and systems biology, including animal, plant, evolutionary, and environmental biology. The flexibility of this major also allows students to take various elective courses offered by other academic departments, such as Business, Engineering, and Humanities and Social Science. 

The program not only equips students with a broad base of general biological knowledge, but also offers comprehensive training in transferable skills and opportunities for independent learning, which are invaluable for all career paths. 

Ranking:
#42 in Natural Sciences (No. 1 in Hong Kong)
(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021)

Career Prospects

Our Biological Science students are armed with strong skills in scientific enquiry, critical thinking, problem solving, and analysis. Their extensive scientific training gives them a wide range of career options. The majority of Biological Science graduates take jobs that capitalize on their interdisciplinary knowledge.

HKUST School of Science’s Introductory Video
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Life Science Program Talk
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Admissions Talk for International Qualifications
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Admissions Talk for Senior Year Students
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Video on Student Sharing – Peony WONG
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“As a Biological Science student, I enjoy investigating in depth the cellular activities and mysteries of the organisms around us. Laboratory lessons also give us the chance to work as a team to practice what we have learned. For sure, there have been ups and downs during my last two years at university. Yet it has always been satisfying to see what I have achieved and overcome along the way. The Office of Academic Advising and Support plays an important role in my university life. As an intern, I was assigned various tasks that helped me to better understand my strengths and weaknesses. A staff evaluation encouraged me to try more new things and keep on improving my skill sets. Thanks to SCI/HOME for being so supportive!”
Charisse LAM
BSc in Biological Science
Class of 2021
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