Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemical Technology

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemical Technology is a comprehensive program that offers a broad and rigorous education in contemporary chemistry and training in laboratory practices. The program emphasizes the application of chemistry in technological innovation, focusing on the development of problem-solving and communication skills essential for professional careers in business and technical services in chemistry and related industries.

Programme Details

• Programme Code: 12447-SY
• Mode of Study: Full-time
• Normal Duration: 2 years
• Programme Intake: 20 senior year places (subject to approval)
• Fund Type: Government-Funded
• Credits Required for Graduation: 60 (minimum)

Aims and Characteristics

Programme Aims

The programme aims to provide a broad and rigorous education in contemporary chemistry and training in laboratory practices, emphasizing the application of chemistry in technological innovation. Through the programme, students develop competence in problem-solving and communication, essential for pursuing professional careers in business and technical services in chemistry and related industries.

Characteristics

The programme focuses on the technological applications of chemistry, comprising Core and Elective Subjects in chemical principles, applied/industrial chemistry, and chemical process technology. It is designed to enhance graduates' career prospects in the government, business, and industrial sectors.

Elective Subjects

• Consumer Behaviour
• Economic Analysis for Process Technology
• Environmental Science
• Food Processing Technology
• Management & Organisation
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Principles of Quality Assurance

These subjects broaden and enrich students' knowledge and skills, enhancing their career prospects in the commercial and industrial sectors. Students gain further work experience through industrial visits, Work-Integrated Education, and summer placements in local and overseas companies.

Scholarships

Entry Scholarship for BSc (Hons) in Chemical Technology Programme (Senior Year Intake): Two one-off entry scholarships of HK$10,000 each will be granted to students admitted into the Senior Year places of the programme who graduated from an Associate Degree or Higher Diploma with a graduation/award GPA of 3.60 or above (or equivalent). Students' performance in the admission interview will be taken into consideration.

Remarks

• The credit requirements of this programme are indicative only and subject to review.
• The exact study duration and number of credits to be transferred will depend on the entry qualifications of individual AD/HD admittees.