Overview

Key facts

Full-time Face-to-Face: Two-Year Top-up Degree Programme for AD/HD Graduates

The Life Sciences (Honours) programme of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the theories, practices, and research methodologies in life sciences and to prepare students to be a competent and successful practitioner in life sciences disciplines after graduation.

Summer Professional Training and Workplace Attachment

Students will receive additional training in the summer term through a series of workshops, seminars, visits, and workplace attachment with the aim to develop students’ understanding on the nature, environment, culture, career opportunities, and the attributes and skill-sets needed in various life sciences sectors.

Career Prospects

Graduates will find career opportunities in a broad range of life sciences and related fields, including services and research & development in biomedical or clinical laboratories, biotechnology (M industries, medical and health product management, managerial work in public or private biological and chemical organizations and institutes, etc.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Physiology

Biochemical and DNA Technology

Microbiology and Toxicology

Theory and Practical Skills in Ecology

Animal and Plant Physiology

Conservation and Biodiversity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-19 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

79

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Ecology

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

79

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Holders of a Higher Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent in relevant science disciplines

Applicants with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) qualifications are required to obtain Level 3 or above in Chinese Language and English Language, as well as Level 2 or above in Mathematics, Liberal Studies and an elective subject (or equivalent).

Applicants with local academic qualifications other than HKDSE are required to:

Complete Year 1 study of a recognized Associate Degree or Higher Diploma programme; or

Obtain Grade E or above in AS Chinese Language & Culture and Use of English, and 2 AL / 1 AL plus 2 AS / 4 AS subjects in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (or equivalent).

Applicants with non-local academic qualifications are required to obtain:

Grade E or above in 2 AL / 1AL plus 2 AS subjects5 in the General Certificate of Education AL / International AL; or

An overall minimum score of 24 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma

Tuition Fee

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International

110990 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 110990 HKD per year during 48 months.
National

85380 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 85380 HKD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Life Sciences (Honours).

Available Scholarships

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