Programme Overview
Our Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BBiomedSc) programme develops well-rounded graduates excelling in various professional fields and advanced academic pursuits. The curriculum delves into key biomedical disciplines, equipping students with skills needed for significant roles in research, industry development, and healthcare management.
JUPAS Candidates
Candidates who rank the BBiomedSc programme (JUPAS code: JS6949) as a Band A choice shall have preference. Based on the candidate's school reference reports, academic results and Student Learning Profile (where applicable), candidates may be selected to attend one interview in June or late July after the announcement of the HKDSE results.
In addition to satisfying the University Entrance Requirements, candidates shall fulfil all of the following requirements in HKDSE:
a) Achieve the level of performance in the four core subjects listed below:
English
Level 4
Chinese
Level 3
Mathematics
Level 2
Citizenship and Social Development
Attained
b) Attain at least level 3 in two electives*, one of which must be:
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Combined Science with Biology as one of the components
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Combined Science with Chemistry as one of the components
* Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 (M1) / Module 2 (M2)) will be recognised as equivalent to a full elective subject.
Non-JUPAS Candidates
University Entrance Requirements
Additional Requirements
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High School Level Chemistry or Biology (e.g. GCE/International A-level Chemistry or Biology, or IB Higher Level Chemistry or Biology)
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High School Level Mathematics (e.g. GCE/International A-level Mathematics, or IB Higher Level/Standard Level "Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches" / "Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation")
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Preference for First-Choice Applicants
Advanced Standing
Applicants with GCE A-Level, Cambridge Pre-U or IB Diploma qualifications and at least seven years of secondary education when admitted to the University will be granted 18 credits of Advanced Standing. These comprise six credits for the Core University English course and 12 for the Common Core courses, provided that students take one Common Core course in each Area of Inquiry.
Advanced Standing will be granted automatically; a separate application is not required. The Faculty Office will contact you should Advanced Standing be given.
Competitive Score for IB Diploma and GCE/International A-level Candidates^
IB: 37
GCE/International A-level: 2A*1A (excluding Chinese and English language subjects)
^ Competitive Score refers to the score most successful candidates achieved over the past few years. Please note that achieving the Competitive Score does not guarantee admission to the programme, as admission decisions are based on many factors.
Interview
Shortlisted JUPAS and non-JUPAS applicants will be invited for an interview. Preference will be given to those candidates who place the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences programme in Band A (JUPAS) or the first choice (non-JUPAS). JUPAS candidates will be interviewed in June or late July, while non-JUPAS candidates will be interviewed in December 2024 or April 2025.