Science Master Class

The University of Hong Kong

This double degree programme enables elite students to complete 2 degrees (Bachelor of Science and Master of Research) at accelerated pace. Students can acquire professional recognition for certain Majors, be equipped for further graduate studies and learn transferrable skills with extensive subject knowledge and specialised training, to formulate solutions for challenges.

This double degree programme enables elite students to complete 2 degrees (Bachelor of Science and Master of Research) at accelerated pace.

Students can learn from Science Masters in this research-oriented programme, with ample research opportunities in our flagship Young Scientist Scheme (YSS), to enhance their scientific method and research skills.

What You’ll Study

The programme focuses on disciplinary-based intensive study. Students will take courses for both Bachelor of Science and Master of Research.

In Bachelor of Science, you can choose from 7 Intensive Majors, and take courses of university education and other elective courses.

Your choice of Intensive Majors includes Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Ecology and Biodiversity, Geology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, and Physics.

Students of 6688 Science Master Class will join Young Scientists Scheme automatically, enjoy early entry into research experiences – mentorship, research fellowships, exclusive experiential learning placements, and global exchange opportunities at respected universities like Cambridge, Stanford, and Yale.

In Master of Research, you will also take courses of research ethics and research postgraduate, and to conduct a research project.

Exciting Opportunities

Benefit from special tutorials by Grand Masters exclusive for this programme, and having Science Masters as academic advisors. Early entry to take research postgraduate courses and research project.

Career Prospects

• The Faculty has essentially 100% employment rate (inclusive of further studies) in the past decade
• The Programme builds a consortium of young researchers for cross fertilisation of innovative ideas and facilitates possible multidisciplinary projects
• Our science graduates are often preferred by employers because of their numerical analytical skills and logical thinking, and knowledge of the latest developments in science and technology

If you’re considering this programme, please review our programme-specific application standards and deadlines to give yourself the best possible chance of securing a place.