BSc in Biological Sciences

Overview

The Biological Sciences major aims to nurture students to embark on scientific research, educational, professional or technical career after graduation. We provide a rigorous, broad-spectrum curriculum combined with specialisation in major fields of biology such as cancer biology, nanobiotechnology, regenerative medicine, microbiology and neurobiology. The programme presents an in-depth study of biomedical and life sciences, with courses ranging from bioinformatics to biochemistry, genetics, cellular & molecular biology and immunology. With the two tailor-made practical courses as well as opportunities in research rotations and projects, students will gain a thorough understanding of how science is done with advanced technologies including omics & genome editing and state-of-the-art equipment in our research laboratories. It also nurtures students who are interested in pursuing postgraduate research training and undertaking a broad range of science-based careers.

Full Major Title

Biological Sciences

Full Award Title

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Mode of Study

Full-time

Normal Duration of Study

4 years for Normative 4-year Degree
3 years for Advanced Standing I

Maximum Period of Study

8 years for Normative 4-year Degree
6 years for Advanced Standing I

Number of Credits

120 credit units (for cohort 2024 and before) / 121 credit units (from cohort 2025 and thereafter) distributed through 8 semesters (i.e. 4 years) with each semester up to 18 credit units for Normative 4-year Degree
90 credit units (for cohort 2024 and before) / 91 credit units (from cohort 2025 and thereafter) distributed through 6 semesters (i.e. 3 years) with each semester up to 18 credit units for Advanced Standing I

Enquiries

bsc.bs@cityu.edu.hk

Career Prospects

Upon graduation, students can work in various areas, such as:

Medical and Health Services

Diagnostics sector in medical and health industries
Medical devices sector in the health industries
Pharmaceutical and laboratory instrumentation industries

Education and Research

Professors/lecturers in universities
Principle investigators in universities and non-profit research institutes
Scientists/researchers in pharmaceutical and biotech R&D industries

Management and Consultant

Product marketing and sales
Consultancy services
Laboratory management
Clinical trials management

Government

Environmental Protection Department
Food and Health Bureau
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department

Others

Patent law firm
Public health
Journalism

Curriculum

Students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credits (for cohort 2024 and before) / 121 credit units (from cohort 2025 and thereafter) for Normative 4-year Degree, or 90 credits (for cohort 2024 and before) / 91 credit units (from cohort 2025 and thereafter) for Advanced Standing I. Core courses cover the following: