B.Eng. Biomedical Science & Engineering

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Our Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Science and Engineering trains you to innovatively apply science, engineering, and technology in an interdisciplinary manner to solve biological and medical problems.  Understanding complex living systems and engineering corresponding to remedies are at the heart of improving human health.  Focal areas may include systems biology; cellular and tissue engineering; neuro-engineering, computational biology, and sensors, instrumentation, and micro/nanotechnology. Our aim is to educate the next generation of biomedical scientists and engineers with an aspiration of serving society and advancing healthcare technologies.  

Why CUHK Shenzhen? 

Quality education 

• CUHK ranked 46th in the world and 9th in Asia (QS World University Rankings® 2020).
• One Brand, Two Campuses: CUHK SZ standards consistent with CUHK.
• Top tier teaching staff recruited globally.
• 17 undergraduate and 17 postgraduate fields of study that combine different disciplines, poised at the cutting edge of human knowledge.
• State of the art facilities on a large and comfortable world-class campus.
• Forward-looking comprehensive research university with a global vision.

Whole-person education 

• English as the language of instruction.
• Combining Chinese humanistic ideals with western liberal arts content.
• An international academic environment.
• A collegiate system modeled after CUHK to provide pastoral care and whole-person education.
• A lively campus setting with a wide range of activities to encourage social engagement.

Extensive opportunities 

• Study and build relationships with elite Chinese students.
• Shenzhen: China’s Silicon Valley and fastest-growing city. Headquarters of numerous high-tech multinational enterprises.
• Take your studies beyond the classroom into the Maker’s Workshop, Centre for Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship, university research facilities, internships, and part-time work opportunities.
• Study abroad opportunities at elite universities worldwide.
• Living costs and tuition fees dramatically lower than universities in many other countries.
• University and government scholarships covering full accommodation and tuition fees.

Graduation benefits 

• CUHK degrees awarded upon graduation.
• Approximately two-thirds of graduates continue to postgraduate study at the top 50 universities, including the University of Oxford, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Oxford, National University of Singapore, University of Cambridge, Cornell University, and Imperial College London.
• Almost 99% of graduates who seek employment find work soon after graduating from companies like Microsoft, Huawei, PwC, EY, Deloitte, KPMG, Tencent, IBM, P&G, Unilever, and Coca-Cola.
• CUHK Shenzhen Alumni program offers ongoing careers support, networking opportunities and connections back to the university to support your long term development.

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How to apply?

Online applications can be submitted at http://admissions.cuhk.edu.cn/en. You will need to include a copy of the photo page of your passport, academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, two recommendation letters and a personal statement. The closing date for applications is 15 June 2020.

Entry requirements

• A Level – 3 x B in AL, or 2 x B in AL and 2 x B in AS
• IB – 30 points out of 45
• SAT / ACT / AP –  
  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Diploma / Certificate; and 
  • an overall total score of 1190 out of 1600 in SAT or a composite score of 24 in ACT; and
  • a score of 600 each in 2 SAT Subject Tests/grade 3 each in 2 Advanced Placement (AP) Tests

Strong mathematics and biology are essential and good physics and chemistry are preferred. Demonstrated background or studies in health-related fields are an advantage. A full list of the admission requirements can be found at https://admissions.cuhk.edu.cn/upLoad/admissions/Admission-Requirements2020.pdf