6901 Bachelor of Science6901 Bachelor of Science

� Science is not a collection of facts, but is a process for the creation of knowledge

�Many new scientific advancements and emerging science disciplines are results of synthesis of ideas in different disciplines¾ Human Genome Project¾ Environmental Science¾ Astrobiology, Bioinformatics, ...

Modern Science

Science Education� It is sometimes not just the contents but also the training which you go through

that counts for your future career

� Undergraduate broad-based science training is an important foundation for the training of future scientists

� Helps students develop a scientific mind that is strong in ¾ analytical thinking¾ quantitative and logical reasoning

� Equips students with scientific skills of carrying out difficult and delicate tasks to obtain innovative solutions for novel problems in science related or non-science related careers

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teaching with emphasis on the interaction between teachers and students

Total No. of Academic Staff: 154

Science Undergraduate Programmes• 6901 Bachelor of Science (BSc)

4‐year Programme, a choice of 16 Science majors

• 6729 BSc in Actuarial Science4‐year Programme

• 6119  Bachelor of Education andBachelor of Science

5‐year Double Degree Programme

� One entry in the application with a choice of 16 Science majors (HKU Science is the first to introduce this policy since 2007)

� No quota for any particular Science major

� Complete freedom in choosing any Science major

� Declare major by the end of the second year of study

� Second major* and minor* options in Science and non-Science faculties

* Subject to the minimum academic requirements imposed by the respective faculty

The Common Admission Policy is Simple and Flexible

One entry in the application with a choice of 16 Science majors

List of 16 Majors for 6901 Bachelor of Science Programme

¾ Astronomy¾ Biochemistry¾ Biological Sciences ¾ Chemistry¾ Decision Analytics¾ Earth System Science ¾ Ecology & Biodiversity¾ Environmental Science¾ Food & Nutritional Science

¾ Geology ¾ Mathematics¾ Mathematics/Physics¾ Molecular Biology &

Biotechnology ¾ Physics¾ Risk Management¾ Statistics

6901 Bachelor of Science Programme

Starting 2015

New major starting from 2015 Decision Analytics

The FIRST and ONLY Decision Analytics Major in Hong Kong

Innovation:• Big Data is a HOT topic in the world nowadays. Mass transmission of

digitized data is happening everyday • Decision Analytics combines different tools and techniques to pinpoint

the most critical data and to analyze the data and formulate data-driven strategies

• It gives students a competitive advantage in becoming vital assets of any organizations which need to make decisions

Suitable for students who are interested in:• Statistics, Mathematics and Computer Science• High-level analytical skills in decision making and problem solving• (but not limited to) Medical informatics, health care, environmental

protection, public policy, business, banking, finance, marketing, etc.

Second Major / Major-Minor Option in the Curriculum

The Second Major / Major-Minor Options are to broaden students’ horizon outside the subject of specialization

� No quota for any particular Science major� But quota and timetabling restrictions may apply to second major or minor(s)� Second major and minor(s) available in Science, Architecture, Arts, Social

Sciences, Business & Economics, Education, Engineering and Medicine

Key Features of Science Curriculum at HKU

Languages• Enhances students’ 

language skills through mandatory courses in English and Chinese

• Provides English language training specific to students’ major of study

Capstone LearningRequires students to integrate knowledge and skills to accomplish some nontrivial tasks in their areas of disciplinary study

A Flexible Science Specialization Programme• Students are free to choose among the 16 Science majors as their first 

major • Students may choose a second Major either within or outside the 

Faculty, and design their own curriculum which suits individual aspirations 

Science Foundation Courses• Two compulsory Science Foundation Courses give students a holistic 

view of science • Helps to develop students’  competence in the core science and the 

ability to reason in logical and quantitative manners

Common Core Courses• Enables students to develop 

broader perspective and critical understanding of the complexities and interconnectedness of contemporary issues through different areas of inquiry 

(For 6901 BSc Programme)

� We understand that selection of major is a very important decision for students. Some students may have already decided what major they want to take before they are admitted, while some may want to explore multiple options before making a decision

� Our Faculty’s advisors will advise you on the choice of major, course requirements, and possible major-minor combination to suit your interests, abilities and career aspirations

Academic Advisory System

Diverse Learning Experience

Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme

• Final Year Projects

• Directed Studies

• Overseas Research 

Fellowship (ORF)

• Summer Research 

Fellowship (SRF)

• Undergraduate 

Research Colloquium

Undergraduate Research

International Exchange

International 

exchange in an 

overseas university 

for a semester or 

a year

Disciplinary Internship

Discipline‐

related 

internship in 

industry

Field Learning

Overseas or 

local field trips 

in Earth System 

Science, Ecology 

& Biodiversity, 

Environmental 

Science and 

Geology

Early Research Experience

Overseas universities at which our students acquired research experience include:� CERN� California Institute of Technology� MIT� Stanford University� University of California at Berkeley� University of Cambridge

Students do research under supervision of professorial staff of our faculty

Objective: To nurture future scientists

Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme (URFP)

Overseas Research Fellowship Scheme (ORF)

Summer Research Fellowship Scheme (SRF)

Directed Studies, Final Year projects,engagement in International Competitions

�Poster presentation

�Research colloquium

Opportunities for students to present their research findings

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

� Opportunity for students to gain international exposures

� HKU has exchange agreements with over 200 world-class universities

� 166 BSc students travelled abroad for international exchange in 2015-16

International Exchange

International Exchange

Earth Sciences Field Camp in Cyprus

Ecology Field Trip in Kenya

Environmental Science Field Course in JapanLocal Geology Field Work

Summer Course on Sustainable Food at The University of British Columbia

Field Trips & Summer Courses in Overseas Universities

Disciplinary InternshipObjectives:

� to gain work experience in the industry related to the major of study

� to integrate theory and practice

� to prepare for the life-long career

� to have diverse learning experience

� to work in a team and to collaborate with people with diverse background

� to broaden social and cultural experience

Two science students major in Geology and Environmental Science worked as interns in a construction company and Ocean Park respectively

Disciplinary Internship

Young Scientist Scheme (YSS) for Outstanding Science Students

As a strong, research-oriented faculty, we are committed to providing our students with the best science education and be a nursery for future scientists. YSS provides outstanding students with ample early research experiences.

Young Scientist Scheme (YSS) for Outstanding Science Students

JUPAS students admitted to 6901 BSc programme with a total score of 31 or above in their best 5 HKDSE Category A subjects (M1 and M2 are considered as regular Category A subjects) are automatically accepted to YSS.

Selected Non-JUPAS students will be invited to join YSS.

No interview is necessary.

Objective:

Eligibility:

Level 5** 5* 5 4 3 2 1

Score 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

HKDSE ‘level to score’ scale

1. Enrolment in our flagship Summer Research Fellowship (SRF) Scheme toconduct research under the supervision of our professors in the first summer

2. A further SRF or Overseas Research Fellowship (ORF) in a foreign institutionin subsequent years

3. International exchange study at a renowned university overseas

4. Attendance in international scientific conference on frontier research

Young Scientist Scheme (YSS) for Outstanding Science Students

Students in YSS are guaranteed with:

5. Guidance from a research mentor individually from the start of the undergraduate study

6. Enrolment in our Frontiers of Science Honours Seminar to learn how our award-winning professors solve their research problems

7. An entrance scholarship ranging from HKD 20,000 to HKD 40,000#

8. Stipends for research programmes

# For JUPAS students with a total score of 31 or above in their best 5 HKDSE subjects (including M1 or M2). Scholarship for Non-JUPAS students areconsidered on a case-by-case basis.

Young Scientist Scheme (YSS) for Outstanding Science Students

Students in YSS are guaranteed with:

Broad Further Study Options� Undergraduate study is only a foundation to

scientific research and professional scientific career.

� Postgraduate studies also possible in medical sciences, engineering, computing, pharmacology, materials sciences, economics, and business.

� 18% of Science graduates in 2014 pursued further studies.

Princeton

Stanford

Oxford

Cambridge

Chicago 

McGill

Columbia

Michigan

MIT

Texas

Caltech

UC San Diego

SLAC

UCLA

Illinois

SBU

Some of the institutionsour students went for 

further studies

Overall Employment Situation

Wide Career Prospects

Civil Services e.g. Environmental Protection Dept.,

Census and Statistics Dept.

Geotechnical Industries

e.g. soil and water specialists,

site formation works

Labs e.g. government and commercial

labs, QA companies

Green and Environmental

Industriese.g. environmental

consultant, green energy R&D

Food Industries

e.g. nutritionist, quality assurance

officer

Biotech and Pharmaceutical

Industriese.g. product consultants, medical technologists,

scientific officers

Financee.g. iBanking,

insurance

Engineeringe.g. aerospace,

communications, energy

R&D Scientist; Education; 

Technical Marketing; Museums; 

Social Services;Journalism

… etc

Computer Industries e.g. scientific computing, software

development

6901 BSc ProgrammeManagement

e.g. industrial plant management,

risk management

Admission Requirements

For HKDSE Students

Admission Requirements

HKU General Entrance Requirements:

For admission to 6901 BSc programme, at least oneof the electives must be a Science Subject (Biology,Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science or IntegratedScience)

� 332233 in 4 core and 2 elective subjects (4+2x)� at least one of the electives must be a Science Subject

(Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science or Integrated Science)

� English + Mathematics + Best Science Elective+ the BEST 2 of other Electives / M1 / M2

� Heavier weight for Science Electives, Math and M1/M2 � Aptitude test to differentiate borderline students

Selection Criteria of 6901for HKDSE students admitted in 2016

Minimum Requirements

Admission Principle – Best 5

2015-16 Admission Figures6901 BSc 6729 BSc(AC) 6119 BEd & BSc

No. of local students 358‐ 295 JUPAS (82%)‐ 63 Non‐JUPAS (18%)

56‐ 48 JUPAS (86%)‐ 8 Non‐JUPAS (14%)

26‐ 23 JUPAS (88%)‐ 3 Non‐JUPAS (12%)

No. of non‐local students(Separate quota)

79‐ 46 Mainland‐ 33 International

21‐ 17 Mainland‐ 4 International

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Total no. of students admitted 437 77 26

No. of students admitted to the 3rd year in the 4‐yearcurriculum through the Direct Admissions Scheme

76 ‐ ‐

Last update: Sept 18, 2015

2013 to 2015 JUPAS Admission Scores

Note: admission is not necessarily based on examination results alone; the examination results of applicants admitted to each programme vary from year to year.

Level 5** 5* 5 4 3 2 1

Score 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

The HKDSE ‘level to score’ scale

ProgrammeTotal Score of Best 5 HKDSE Subjects

2013 2014 2015

6901 BSc 23 – 34 23 – 34 23 – 35

6729 BSc(AC) 28 – 35 29 – 35 28 – 34

6119 BEd & BSc 25 – 32 24 – 30 23 – 28

Lowest admission score of IB

Lowest admission score of GCEAL

6901 BSc 35 1A* and 2A

6729 BSc(AC) 40 3A*

6119 BEd & BSc 35 ‐‐

2015 Non-JUPAS Admission Data

Note: the examination results of applicants admitted to each programme vary from year to year.

2016-17 Admission Quota� Quota for 6901 BSc programme (JUPAS + Local Non‐JUPAS): 358

(Separate quota for mainland and international students)

� Quota for 6729 BSc(AC) programme: 61

� Quota for 6119 BEd&BSc programme: 50

� Quota for Direct Admissions Scheme (students admitted tothe 3rd year in the 4‐year curriculum): 85

Science Entrance Scholarships

Level 5** 5* 5 4 3 2 1

Score 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

The HKDSE ‘level to score’ scaleNote: The results are based on one sitting only. Students must NOT BE HKDSE REPEATERS and must fulfill the minimum University entrance requirements.

HKDSE Results Total Score in the best 5 subjects

(including M1 or M2)

Scholarship Amount(HK$)

Score of 35 $40,000

Score of 34 $35,000

Score of 33 $30,000

Score of 32 $25,000

Score of 31 $20,000

Whole-Person EducationAs a HKU Science student, you will be educated:

� to learn how to learn� to reason quantitatively and to understand scientific aspects of

complex issues� to tackle novel situations� to work and communicate effectively with others within and outside

the science disciplines� to develop as an all-rounded individual

THANK YOU