Programme Outline
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
理學士(化學)
- JUPAS Code: JS1202
- Study Level: Bachelor's Degree
- Mode of Study: Full-time
- Duration of Study: 4 years
- Targeted Intake: ~50
- Funding Category: UGC-funded
What You Will Learn
The Chemistry major integrates theory and practice. By focusing on the application of knowledge, it helps students to understand important scientific issues, current technologies and future challenges in light of local, regional and global needs. Most of the courses have a lab component that complements the lectures and tutorials and enables students to acquire hands-on experience in preparation for their future employment or further study.
This major aims to provide students with a firm foundation in chemistry that will equip them with the knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes required to achieve personal development and find suitable employment in the industrial, commercial, government and educational sectors.
Upon successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
Describe the general chemical principles appropriate to the study of chemistry.
Competently perform a wide range of laboratory and technical procedures in chemistry.
Critically evaulate experiments in chemistry as reported in the literature and synthesize information in a constructive manner.
Identify, analyze and reflect upon the responsibilities of chemists by applying chemical knowledge to society, commerce and the environment.
Curriculum Journey
- University’s gateway education requirements
- Foundation courses in general chemistry and related laboratory skills training
- Core/elective courses in Inorganic, Organic, Physical and Analytical Chemistry
- Directed research project during summer
- Advanced elective courses in Inorganic, Organic, Physical and Analytical Chemistry
- Local or overseas internships
- Exchange programmes
- Advanced elective courses
- Final-year research project to learn and practice on your own-choice topic
Study Streams
Our undergraduate major, BSc in Chemistry, offers THREE study streams to provide students with in-depth knowledge in a selected area in Chemistry based on their own interests and future career goals.
To learn more about the study streams, please visit the website of
Department of Chemistry:
Study Streams.
Comprehensive Chemistry
This stream provides students with a broad and balanced appreciation of key chemical concepts, a range of practical skills to work safely in the laboratory and the ability to apply standard methodology to the solution of problems in chemistry. It is designed as a degree accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) (https://www.rsc.org/).
Cosmetic Chemistry
In cooperation with the Hong Kong Society of Cosmetic Chemists (HKSCC), this stream provides students with a solid foundation, in-depth knowledge and professional training in the area of cosmetic chemistry. It aims to produce graduates interested in pursuing a career in the cosmetic industry.
Forensic Chemistry
This stream introduces students to the fascinating world in which chemistry is used in crime solving. It will provide an in-depth and professional training in forensic chemistry. This stream will not only prepare students for a career in forensic sciences, it is also suitable for students who are interested in other areas of applied chemistry.
BSc Chemistry (GREAT Stream)
Global Research Enrichment and Technopreneurship
GREAT is a 4-Year undergraduate option introduced in 2021/2022. It aims to nurture students who are interested in pursuing a career in scientific research or starting business ventures that involve the use of new scientific discoveries and innovative technologies. After the first-year studies at College of Science, students can choose the research-oriented GREAT stream offered by the Department of Chemistry.
To learn more about the GREAT Stream, please visit the website of College of Science: Global Research Enrichment and Technopreneurship (GREAT).
Undergraduate Plus
Taught Postgraduate Degree Programme
Being part of CityU Talents Programme, the Undergraduate (UG) plus Taught Postgraduate (TPG) Degree Programme (BSc Chemistry plus MSc Chemistry) aims to nurture high caliber students through integrated learning. Qualified students will register as undergraduate students in the first 3 years of study, continue to pursue the taught postgraduate degree programme in the fourth year as taught postgraduate students, and receive 2 separate degrees, i.e. a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry degree and a Master of Science (MSc) in Chemistry degree.
Bachelor’s
Degree
Master’s
Degree
& MSc
To learn more about the UG Plus TPG Degree Programme, please visit the website of College of Science: Undergraduate plus Taught Postgraduate Degree Programmes.
Joint Bachelor's Degree Programme with
the University of Manchester
As a student of CityU CHEM, you are eligible for an international undergraduate experience with the Department of Chemistry at the University of Manchester (UoM), the home of nine Chemistry Nobel prize winners.
Selected students will spend two years at CityU and two years at UoM. Upon completion of the curriculum, you will earn two bachelor's degrees - one from CityU, and the other one from UoM - usually within four years.
To learn more about the Joint Bachelor's Degree Programme, please visit here.
Enhancing Your Learning
On top of the academic curriculum, we will take you out of the classroom, to a multitude of enrichment activities ranging from short events such as company visits, career talks and seminars by distinguished speakers, to research placement, local/overseas internships and exchange programmes that can last up to a year. These activities will develop your critical thinking and communication skills, enhance your depth of knowledge, and let you see the world!
Learning
- Campus Internship Scheme (CIS)
- Summer Research Scholarship Scheme
- Student Mentoring Scheme
Placement
- Industrial Attachment Scheme (IAS)
- Overseas Internship Scheme (OIS)
- Summer Research Placement Scheme
Accreditation by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
The BSc programme in Chemistry (Comprehensive Chemistry stream) is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) (https://www.rsc.org/membership-and-community/degree-accreditation//). This upkeeps the quality of the programme to an internationally competitive standard and enhances our students’ employability.
Scholarships
CityU offers a number of scholarships (CityU Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents) to local JUPAS entrants with excellent HKDSE results:
- President's Scholarship and Hong Kong Tech Scholarships
- Institutional Scholarships
- Dean's Scholarships