Bachelor of Science (Honours) Scheme in Biotechnology, Food Safety and Chemical Technology
Hung Hom, Hong Kong
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
HKD 145,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per academic year payable by two equal instalments before the start of the first and second semesters of the academic year
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Introduction
Aims & Learning Outcomes
The following programmes are offered under the above scheme:
- (1) Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Biology with Biotechnology
- (2) Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemical Technology
- (3) Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Food Safety and Technology
Programmes offered under this Scheme share some common subjects. There should be no fewer than 27 common credits in the first three semesters (excluding summer terms). Students are expected to have chosen a specific Major from the Scheme’s programmes by the end of semester 1 of Year 2.
After successfully completing the four-year programme, students are awarded a degree in their selected major programme.
Characteristics of Scheme-based Admission
- Students first follow a common curriculum under the Scheme to give them full flexibility in choosing a Major programme.
- This Scheme-based admission serves as an undeclared track. It offers students approximately a year to identify their area(s) of interest and career aspirations, which facilitates their Major programme selection.
- The decision to admit a student to a major will be made by the department based on the student’s choice, GPA, and/or interview result. Students will be asked to rank their major choices (from the most preferred one to the least) during semester 2 (probably before the final examination) of their Year One study for the department’s consideration and approval.
Curriculum
Of the DSR core subjects (27 credits) common to the three BSc Major programmes, students are required to take the following:
- Basic Statistics *
- Biochemistry
- Chinese Communication for Science Professionals
- English for Scientific Communication
- General Biology *
- General Chemistry I *
- General Laboratory Techniques and Safety
- Introduction to Physics OR Physics I *
- Organic Chemistry I
- Quantitative Skills for Chemical and Life Sciences
* Students may be required to take additional foundation subjects depending on their HKDSE results.
In addition to the above subjects, first-year students may take some subjects under the General University Requirements or the Discipline-Specific Requirements to prepare for their selected Major programmes.
Students follow the curriculum of their selected Major programme from semester 2 of Year 2 onwards.
Secondary Major Details
The option of Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship is available to the students of BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Biotechnology.
Selection Criteria
Studying for a Secondary Major is not mandatory. Only students with a cumulative GPA of 2.70 or above may be considered for Secondary Major enrolment. Each Secondary Major may stipulate additional selection criteria for admission. Students must apply to and obtain approval from the programme offering Department, no later than the commencement of the second year of study, to be admitted to the Secondary Major.
Credit Requirement
The students of BSc (Hons) Applied Biology with Biotechnology (ABB) with a Secondary Major of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IE) is required to complete 140 credits for graduation.
Professional Accreditation
The department is currently working with the professional body on the accreditation of this programme with a secondary major.
Career Opportunities
BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology with Biotechnology
Graduates are equipped to work in the rapidly expanding biotechnology industry in Hong Kong, the region, and around the world. They can pursue careers in the industrial, commercial, education, and public sectors in technical, executive, or managerial positions. Graduates can also enrol in postgraduate programmes locally or overseas.
Professional Recognition
- Graduates qualify for membership of the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) in the UK.
- Graduates can pursue postgraduate studies at universities and research institutes worldwide.
BSc (Hons) in Chemical Technology
Graduates are able to pursue careers in industry, business or the public sector. Our graduates work as chemists, technologists, and chemical and/or biochemical process engineers. Employment opportunities abound in various industries, such as plastics and toys, cosmetics and fragrances, drugs and pharmaceuticals, pollution control, and the manufacture of printed circuit boards. Graduates can also pursue careers in sales and marketing or as management executives in various fields.
Graduates can become chemical analysts or environmental protection officials for the government or public utility companies. Teaching chemistry in secondary schools is another possibility. Graduates who wish to pursue further studies have excellent opportunities both in Hong Kong and overseas.
Professional Recognition
Graduates qualify for membership of the Hong Kong Chemical Society (HKCS) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) in the UK.
BSc (Hons) in Food Safety and Technology
Graduates of this programme can work for local food manufacturers and traders, food testing laboratories, government departments (including the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department, the Government Laboratory, and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department), catering companies, chain restaurants, supermarkets, hotels, and education/research institutions. Graduates who wish to further explore food science may choose to pursue postgraduate studies at local or overseas universities.
Professional Recognition
This programme is accredited to undergraduate degree standards by both the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST). Graduates with 3 years of work experience in the food safety/technology area can apply for certification as food scientists under the IFT. In addition, students may seek the HACCP Intermediate Certificate upon completion of the core subject Food Sanitation and Safety Management.