[Biology and Chemistry major will be offered in 2026/27]
This cross-sectoral co-terminal double degree programme aims to prepare students to teach science (including Biology and Chemistry) in primary and secondary schools, as well as pursue careers as environment-related professionals. The programme provides a wide range of learning experiences for students to develop scientific literacy, understand the relationship among science, technology, society and the environment, and contribute to science education and sustainable development in the 21st century. Students in the programme will conduct teaching practices in primary and secondary schools, and internships in environment-related organisations. Students can declare their major (Biology or Chemistry) in their year 1 of studies.

Programme Aims

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Programme Aims

This co-terminal double degree programme [BSc(IEM)&BEd(SCI)] aims to prepare you to teach science in primary and secondary schools, including Biology and Chemistry. It also opens doors to careers in environmental fields.

What you will learn:

Develop strong scientific knowledge and literacy
Understand the connection between science, technology, society, and the environment
Contribute to science education and sustainability

Hands-on experience:

Teaching practice in primary and secondary schools
Internships with environmental organisations

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Programme Structure and Curriculum

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Programme Structure and Curriculum

Domain	Credit points
Major
o Discipline Studies Major	35
o Education Major	33
o Cross-faculty Core Course	3
Education Studies
o Education Studies Core	24
o Pedagogy for Major	6
Field Experience	22
General Education	18
Language Enhancement	9
Final Year Project (Honours Project / Capstone Project)	6
Minor(s) / Elective(s) (Optional)	0
Total	156

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Entrance Requirements

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Entrance Requirements

HKDSE students should have:
• Level 3 or above in English Language and Chinese Language; and
• Level 2 or above in Mathematics (Compulsory Part); and
• "Attained" in Citizenship and Social Development; and
• Level 3 or above in one of the following elective subjects: Biology / Chemistry / Physics; and
• Level 2 or above in any one elective subject.

For non-local students:
• an IELTS overall band of 6.0 (academic); or
• Grade C / Grade 4 or above in IGCSE / GCSE / GCE O-level English; or
• a TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test); or
• other equivalent qualifications deemed acceptable by the University.

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Scholarship

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Scholarship

The University offers a wide range of entrance scholarships to attract aspiring, high-quality students with outstanding academic and non-academic achievements to join our undergraduate programmes and to encourage and support them to develop their talents to their full potential. Set up by funding from the University and donations from various organisations and civic-minded individuals, these scholarships are granted on the basis of academic merit, personal qualities and contribution to the community, amongst other factors. For more information: https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/scholarships

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Student Corner

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Student Corner

Introduction to OCIO, Library, LTTC and SAO:

Counselling & Career Services

A wide range of programmes and services are offered to enhance your personal growth and career development. Counsellors are there to help you resolve personal, interpersonal, emotional, academic and family problems. Assessment tests and workshops are conducted to strengthen your self-understanding, psychological wellness, interpersonal relationship and learning style. Career education and job search skills training programmes are also organised to help you understand your career interests, map out your career plan, as well as increase your employability. On the jobsite “Ed Job Plus”, you can easily access job vacancy information as well as apply to jobs online.

Health Service

Located on the first floor of the Administration Building, the Health Centre provides medical and dental services for all students. It also organises health education programmes in the form of seminars, talks, games and exhibitions on a regular basis.

Student Accommodation

Hall Life Education is an integral part of the University’s non-formal education. We strive to make student halls a holistic living-learning environment which contributes to a positive campus life experience of our student residents; this aspect is fundamental to the self-actualisation of potentials and the formation of values that guide their future development as intellectually active, socially caring, and globally aware professionals.
For details, please visit https://www.eduhk.hk/sao/en/info/student_halls.

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Field Trips & Career

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Field Trips & Career

Field Experience

Field experience (FE) is a core domain in both the pre-service and in-service teacher education programmes at the Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) which aims to support students to develop the graduate attributes of the University, i.e., Professional Excellence, Ethical Responsibilities and Innovation (PEER &I), and to nurture them to be outstanding and caring educators and professionals who contribute constructively to sustainable social and economic development in Hong Kong and beyond.

Career Prospects

Qualified and Registered Primary and Secondary Science Teachers
Non-Government Organisations
Government and Public Organisations
Editing & Publishing
Community and Social Services
Environmental Organisations
Private Sectors in Environmental Management
Environmental testing and related industries
Further Studies: Master/ Doctoral Degree

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Programme Introduction Video

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Disclaimer:
Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

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