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Major in Biological Sciences

Biological SciencesFrom the smallest cells to entire ecosystems, Biological Sciences explore the complexity of life, the biological processes of living  organisms and their interactions with the environment. It is an essential field that contributes to advancements in various areas,  such as medicine, biotechnology, genetics, and ecology. 

 

Studying Biological Sciences

This Major is designed for students seeking a broad-based training in modern biology. Students are guided in an inquiry-driven learning environment to appreciate the major biological systems at different levels of biological organisation.

 

Major Highlights

  • Teaching emphasises both core concepts and applied aspects in biological sciences
  • Senior students are further exposed to and will undertake experiential learning activities in three fundamental areas:
    • Genetics, molecular and cell biology
    • Ecology, systematics and evolution
    • Physiology and organismic biology


Major Highlights

 

Curricula

To cater for students’ different needs, two curricula in Biological Sciences are offered:

 

Major in Biological Sciences (96 credits) 
>Provides students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge in other disciplines
Major in Biological Sciences (Intensive) (144 credits) 

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For students with a strong desire to acquire knowledge with sufficient depth and breadth in the field

Accreditation: The Intensive Major has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), UK Royal Society of Biology (Accredited Degree)

 

Career Prospects

Our Biological Sciences graduates possess a strong foundation in the principles and practical skills of the field. The transferable skills they acquire through theoretical and experimental investigations can be applied to a variety of career paths, including research and development, healthcare,  environmental conservation, education, and more.
 

Career prospects - Industry: Medical Laboratory Technologist, Biotech Research Associate; Commercial: Market Research Analyst at Pharmaceutical Company, Quality Control Analyst; Government: Biologist at Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, Environmental Protection Department, Officer at Food and Environmental Hygiene Department; Education: High School Biology Teacher, College Biology Professor; and Postgraduate Studies

 

Hear from Our Student

Yumeng WEI

Yumeng WEI

BSc student (major in Biological Sciences (Intensive))

 

‘Majoring in Biological Sciences at HKU has played an essential role in my future development. I have gained a deep understanding of the biological world through rigorous theoretical courses with interesting hands-on lab and field trips. In addition, the Summer Research Fellowship offered by HKU has provided me with invaluable opportunities to engage in research with excellent professors and meet many like-minded people. These have laid a solid foundation for my future academic career.