School of Science

BSc in Ocean Science and Technology

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Duration

Jupas code

JS5102 Science (Group A) / JS5103 Science (Group B)

Application Choice(s)

JS5102 Science (Group A) / JS5103 Science (Group B)

Science (Group A) and Science (Group B) are School-based programs for students who are interested in the field of Physical Science / Chemistry and Life Science respectively. Students interested in Ocean Science may apply to either program.

In the first year of study, students will take the Science Foundation courses as well as some of the language, elective and/or general education courses. Upon completion of the first year, students can opt to declare Ocean Science and Technology as their major.

Overview

BSc in Ocean Science and Technology (OST) is an integrative program that offers students with a comprehensive foundational understanding of the cross-disciplinary ocean science and technology, and provides exposure to the cutting-edge scientific and technological development related to investigating, conserving and managing ocean resources.

Program Highlights

This program covers a variety of courses in different aspects of ocean science, which include:

Foundation: biological, chemical and physical processes in the ocean, ecosystem functions;
Technology: marine instrumentation, data management, pollution tracking;
Applications: pollution bioremediation, environmental impact and risk assessment;
Socio-economy: conservation and management of marine resources, fisheries and aquaculture.

A major emphasis of the curriculum is the provision of practicum experience, experiential learning and field trips to enhance students’ academic, career and personal development.

Extended Major Options

On top of expertise in ocean science and technology, OST students with an Extended Major in AI will acquire the latest knowledge in this emerging technology and learn to apply the knowledge to solve real-world problems such as the predicting the occurrence of harmful algal bloom and predicting climate change. The Extended Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts is for students who are interested in a career pathway that emphasizes the creation of multimedia contents for promotion and public education in environmental conservation and environmental protection. Upon the fulfilment of the curriculum requirement, the students will be awarded one of the following degrees:

BSc in Ocean Science and Technology with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence
BSc in Ocean Science and Technology with an Extended Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts

Ranking:
#59 in Environmental Science (No.3 in Hong Kong)
(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

Career Prospects

Globally, the importance of the marine environment in the provision of natural resources and services to human society will continue to increase. In Hong Kong, as a coastal city within the biologically diverse Western Indo-Pacific region, the demand for talents and professionals in public, NGOs and private sectors is higher than ever due to the need to conserve our marine environment amidst urban development.

Students of the BSc in OST program will be well-equipped with the skills and knowledge to engage in higher studies and career paths in a number of sectors related to the investigating, conserving and managing ocean resources, including ocean exploration, marine biotechnology, research and development in the private sector and academia, environmental consultancies, government agencies, etc.

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