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Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Science

Programme Overview and Aims

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Application & Admissions

Contact:  Faculty of Education

 

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+852 3917 4659

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Science Curriculum

Contact: Faculty of Science

 

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+852 3917 2683

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Academic Matters

Contact: Dr Jessica Leung (Curriculum Coordinator)

 

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+852 3917 8608

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Programme Pamphlet

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Programme Overview and Aims

The BEd&BSc is jointly offered by the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Science. This five-year double degree integrates specialist studies in science and professional training in science education. Students will take introductory and advanced science courses from selected science majors from the Faculty of Science, and education Professional Core courses from the Faculty of Education. The programme offers students ample opportunities to acquire and consolidate their scientific knowledge as well as their professional knowledge for teaching science in authentic classrooms during professional practicum. The programme combines rigorous academic study with experiential learning and practical applications of knowledge in authentic settings. Graduates are qualified to be teachers of science subjects in Hong Kong secondary schools.

Powerpoint file for admissions talk
(HKU Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions 2023)
   

 

Lab environment

 

Programme Features

  • Students will develop expertise in teaching science or science-related subjects and reflect critically upon contemporary issues in both science and education.
  • The programme integrates two degrees in one.
    • a first degree majoring in science
    • a teacher training qualification in science teaching
  • Upon graduation, it offers qualification equivalent to a BSc plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, a professional teaching qualification recognised among schools in Hong Kong. Students will pursue their interest in science from a broad range of science majors and develop personal strengths and professional commitment to education.
  • Students may also take a range of elective courses within the Faculty of Education or in other Faculties, and may combine elective courses to declare a minor.

 

JUPAS Information Sessions 2024 - Thematic Talk
Topic: Metaphorising science teachers
Professor Jessica Leung, Programme Coordinator of BEd&BSc

 

“A Learning Journey Like No Other” Video Series
Alya Prasad, BEd&BSc Student

 
Programme Video - Double Degree Programmes