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Direct Admissions Scheme to the 3rd Year of 4-year BSc Programme for Associate Degree and Higher Diploma Graduates

HKU Faculty of Science welcomes Associate Degree (AD) and Higher Diploma (HD) graduates who wish to further their studies in science to apply admission to the 3rd year of 4-year 6901 Bachelor of Science Programme via the Direct Admission Scheme. AD and HD students in the second year of study are also welcome to apply.

The Faculty offers quality science education with an emphasis on developing students' abilities to reason logically and quantitatively and to understand scientific aspects of many complex issues, which are greatly desirable in many professions.

 

 

 

Why HKU Science?

Top-notch World University in Asia

#2

QS Asia University Rankings 2024

#26

QS World University Rankings 2024

#41

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2023 – Life Sciences

#44

THE World University Rankings by Subject 2023 – Physical Sciences

18.3%

of professoriate staff in the Faculty (average over the past decade) are classified Top 1% scholars according to Clarivate Analytics' Essential Science Indicators 

 

 

International Environment

About 40%

of academic staff in the Faculty are from overseas

Diverse

origins and cultures of students

International

collaboration

Direct entry to the 3rd year of the programme

14 Science Majors

14 Science Majors to suit students' interests and career aspirations.

 

 

Granting of 120 credits of advanced standing (equivalent to the credits of 2 years of study)

Diverse Learning Experiences

Undergraduate research experiences

International exchange

Field trips

Internships

Availability of Minor Option

Students may take a Minor in Science or non-Science discipline

Essentially 100% employment rate

 

The Direct Admissions Scheme

HKU Faculty of Science welcomes Associate Degree (AD) and Higher Diploma (HD) graduates who wish to further studies in science to apply admissions to the 3rd year of 4-year 6901 Bachelor of Science Programme via the Direct Admission Scheme. AD and HD students in the second year of study are also welcome to apply.

The Faculty offers quality science education with the emphasis of developing students' abilities to reason logically and quantitatively and to understand scientific aspects of many complex issues, which are greatly desirable in many professions.

  • College of International Education, Hong Kong Baptist University 
  • UOW College Hong Kong (formerly Community College of City University)
  • HKU SPACE Community College
  • HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Community College
  • Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education
  • School of Continuing and Professional Studies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Community College (Hong Kong Community College)

 

Student Sharing

The Faculty offers quality science education with the emphasis of developing students' abilities to reason logically and quantitatively and to understand scientific aspects of many complex issues, which are greatly desirable in many professions.
 

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Ashley LI

BSc student (major in Biological Sciences)

Associate Degree of Science in Biology (2020) from Hong Kong Community College of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

"I have been given many practicals to conduct laboratory experiments and get familiar with different technologies in biological sciences. Also, the outdoor field course I took allowed me to gain hands-on experience on field  sampling, and to investigate the influence of abiotic factors on species." 

Josephine

Josephine Suet Ying TAM

BSc student (Major in Food and Nutritional Science)

Higher Diploma in Nutrition and Food Management (2020) from HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College

"Here at HKU I not only acquire solid knowledge, but also have the opportunities to try out new things and gain valuable experiences. I worked as an intern in my Year 3 summer in a nutrition consulting company, where I could apply my knowledge and enhance my understanding of nutrition-related health issues and the health industry."

 
Alex Chan

Alex Lai Ying CHAN

2020 BSc graduate (Major in Ecology & Biodiversity, Minor in Environmental Science)

Associate Degree of Science in Environmental Studies (2017) from City University of Hong Kong

"HKU is where people try tirelessly to achieve expertise. There are many opportunities for undergraduates to explore and to learn. For me, engaging in the Summer Research Fellowship (SRF) was a fruitful experience to work hand-in-hand with academics and professionals to produce quality research. I was trained for field sampling, laboratory works and data analysis. It was inspirational and fulfilling to complete a self-initiated project in Molecular Ecology."

Richie Pun

Richie Ka Wai PUN

2022 BSc graduate (Major in Chemistry)

Associate Degree of Science in Chemistry (2020) from HKU SPACE Community College

"I got many opportunities to apply my knowledge and gain hands-on experience in research. I learnt advanced laboratory and research skills, had a better understanding of the field of Chemistry research, and gained insight into how research is conducted. These skills knowledge and experiences are invaluable and definitely will help to achieve my future goal.Content here and here and here."

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Contacts for further information

Faculty of Science, The University of Hong Kong