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4-Year School-based Admissions
The School-based programs at the School of Science aim at offering a diverse, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-driven undergraduate education to students. Our 4-year curriculum is designed to cater for diversity with flexibility. After exploring their aptitudes in the first two to three terms, students admitted to the School of Science can opt to declare a major in any program in the School, as well as the Joint School Programs and those offered by Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Most science major programs offer different study tracks and options, while providing an opportunity for double majors and minors. Based on the students’ interests, the programs provide opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of the major discipline, which will be useful for graduate degrees in the future. Meanwhile, interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other units within and outside of the University are emphasized to ensure that our science education is keeping abreast to the ever-changing world.
Year 1
Students will enroll in science foundation courses according to their interests and background, as well as courses in other areas to fulfill the University Common Core requirement.
Year 2-4
Students will declare a major program in their second year. They may also consider declaring a minor program in order to add a secondary area of focus to their major.
4 Years
Normative period of study
120 Credits
Minimum credit requirement for graduation
Credit Breakdown
To graduate, you must earn at least 120 credits in approved courses, or through credit transfer
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