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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Biology with Biotechnology

Bachelor's degree

In Hong Kong ()

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Duration

    4 Years

The programme aims to produce competent professionals in biotechnology to meet the needs of biotechnology-related sectors in Hong Kong, China and the world.



In this programme, students gain a thorough understanding of the principles, concepts and applications of biotechnology. Through learning the principles of modern biotechnology, students develop analytical, creative and problem-solving abilities. Graduates from the programme are well prepared for careers in the rapidly expanding bioscience/biotechnology industries in Hong Kong, the region and around the world. They can also pursue further studies in postgraduate programmes locally or overseas.

About this course

This programme integrates theory and practice, and culminates in an individual in-depth scientific investigation in the final year.



Students develop both local and global perspectives and have the opportunity to practise in relevant industries, research centres and commercial organizations.

Applicants attaining good results in Biology are preferred.

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Subjects

  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Biochemical
  • Information technology
  • Business
  • Marketing
  • Engineering

Course programme

As in all undergraduate programmes at PolyU, students complete 30 credits of General University Requirements in which their language competency, personal development and broad global perspective will be developed.
Students complete the Discipline Specific Requirements in mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to build a sound foundation for their studies.

Upon completion of the foundation subjects, students are required to complete core biological, biochemical and biotechnological subjects before proceeding to select their Elective Subjects in biotechnology.

In the final stage, students complete a Final Year Project in which they tackle a scientific problem or research topic, utilising the discipline specific knowledge, concepts and generic skills developed through the different stages of this programme.

To cater for the multidisciplinary nature of the current developing trend in biotechnology, students have room in this programme to select Free Elective Subjects in other areas of interest, such as in information technology, business, marketing, engineering, etc.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Biology with Biotechnology

Price on request