Overview

The curriculum is continuously enriched with various basic and advanced biotechnological elements, including pharmaceutical, analytical, transgenic and recombinant technology, bioprocessing, business operations and management. All these elements are unique for preparing our students to become scientific research leaders with entrepreneurship in emerging bio-industrial areas. With this training and exposure, graduates from the Program will be able to initiate innovative solutions in biotechnology and rapidly advance their careers.

The Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Biotechnology program at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, students should be able to:

Explain in-depth and up-to-date knowledge in basic and advanced biotechnological elements.
Evaluate information relevant to concepts and issues of contemporary biotechnology.
Analyze and solve both theoretical and applied biotechnological problems related to research and technical aspects of the industry.
Describe legal, ethical, social and business aspects of biotechnology-based products and services.
Perform biotechnological research or assessments independently and/or collaboratively with peers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles and Applications in Biotechnology
Business Operations of Biotechnology
Bioanalytical Technology
Concepts in Bioprocessing
Biomarker and Medical Devices
Drug Discovery and Development
Nutraceuticals and Transgenic Products
Recombinant DNA Technology and Bioproducts
Product and Development Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2026-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

26 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 6 other Masters in Biotechnology in Hong Kong (SAR)

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification.
Applicants have to fulfill English Language requirements
A bachelor's degree in Biological Science or a related area
Applicants should have a proven record of good performance, be proficient in English and must demonstrate basic knowledge in biotechnology concerns.

Tuition Fee

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International

142000 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 142000 HKD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

142000 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 142000 HKD for the full programme during 12 months.

Part time: 128,000

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

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