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 HKU 2023 Programme Scoring Formula and Programmes with Subject Weightings Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = Mathematics | LS = Liberal Studies | Sci = Science
Expected Score for JUPAS Students
With Reference to Admissions 2022
Minimum Level Required
HKDSE Scoring Formula
(The scoring formula considers Upper Lower
Code Programme Abbreviation 1st 2nd Elective Specific Elective Subjects/ Other Requirements Median
English Chinese Liberal category A subjects only, unless Quartile Quartile
Mathematics Elective Subject/
Language Language Studies otherwise specified.)
Subject M1/M2

FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE
Candidates applying for admission to the BA(AS) programme are required
to take part in the Aptitude Exercise. The exercise allows candidates to
demonstrate their interest and capacity for architectural thinking. The criteria
measured by the exercise include: capacity to conceptualize, creativity, curiosity,
Bachelor of Arts in analytical ability, daring, rigor, intelligence, intuition, openness, perseverance,
6004 BA(AS) 3 3 2 2 3 3 Best 6 Subjects # 38 33 32
Architectural Studies spatial sensibility and sociability. The exercise proposes a new question every
year and is completed at home and submitted as a digital upload through the
programme website. Instructions for taking part in the Aptitude Exercise will
be sent to all potential candidates via e-mail and posted on the programme
website. Letters of recommendation and portfolios are not required.

Bachelor of Science in
6016 BSc(Surv) 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 31 29 29
Surveying
Candidates are not required but encouraged to submit one example of creative
Bachelor of Arts in works (arts, writing, or other forms of creative output) for consideration. The
6028 BA(LS) 3 3 2 2 3 3 Best 5 Subjects # - - -
Landscape Studies portfolio and letters of recommendation (if any), should be submitted as
hardcopies to the Faculty office directly.

Bachelor of Arts in
6042 BA(US) 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 30 29 26
Urban Studies
Candidates with level 4 in English Language, if admitted, will
be required to take 6 additional credits in Core University English to
complete their degree studies.
Bachelor of Arts and BASc Letters of recommendation are not required; however, if you would like to
6236 4 3 2 2 3 3 submit them, no more than three letters should be sent. Both soft and hard Best 6 Subjects # - - -
Sciences in Design+ (Design+)
copies are acceptable. You are required to submit at least one example
of a creative work (fine art, writing, or other forms of creative output) for
consideration. The portfolio should be submitted as a digital file to the Faculty
office directly.

FACULTY OF ARTS
1.5 x Eng + Best 4 Subjects#
6054 Bachelor of Arts BA 3 3 2 2 3 3 - 32 30 29
with WEIGHTING 1

Bachelor of Arts in Humanities 1.5 x Eng + Best 4 Subjects#

6286 BA(HDT) 3 3 3 2 3 3 - 36 34 33
and Digital Technologies with WEIGHTING 1

Subject Weightings for Specific Programme

WEIGHTING 1
Notes: # May
 include M1/M2 or category C subject whichever is higher. 6054 BA & 6286 BA(HDT)
Remarks: Conversion of levels to scores (category A): 5**=8.5, 5*=7, 5=5.5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1, Others=0 X 1.5 Chinese Language (on condition that
Conversion of grades to scores (category C): A=7, B=5.5, C=4, D=2.5, E=1, Others=0 it is one of the best 4 subjects)
Disclaimer: The above information is a reference for local HKDSE students only. It should not be used to predict the chance of
admissions to any programmes.
 HKU 2023 Programme Scoring Formula and Programmes with Subject Weightings Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = Mathematics | LS = Liberal Studies | Sci = Science
Expected Score for JUPAS Students
With Reference to Admissions 2022
Minimum Level Required
HKDSE Scoring Formula
(The scoring formula considers Upper Lower
Code Programme Abbreviation 1st 2nd Elective Specific Elective Subjects/ Other Requirements Median
English Chinese Liberal category A subjects only, unless Quartile Quartile
Mathematics Elective Subject/
Language Language Studies otherwise specified.)
Subject M1/M2

HKU BUSINESS SCHOOL

1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
Bachelor of Business
6755 BBA 4 3 3 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject - - -
Administration (if applicable)

Bachelor of Economics / 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4

BEcon/
6767 Bachelor of Economics and 4 3 3 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 41 39 37
BEcon&Fin
Finance (if applicable)

Bachelor of Business
Administration in Accounting 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
BBA(Acc&Fin)/
6781 and Finance / Bachelor of 4 3 3 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 39 37 35
BBA(ADA)
Business Administration in (if applicable)
Accounting Data Analytics
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
Bachelor of Business Science, Information and Communication Technology, Integrated Science, or Physics. 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
6793 Administration BBA(BA) 4 3 3 2 3 3 Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 38 37 35
(Business Analytics) Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred (but not (if applicable)
required).
Bachelor of Business 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
BBA(Law)&
6808 Administration (Law) and 5 4 4 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 48 45 45
LLB
Bachelor of Laws (if applicable)
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
Bachelor of Science in Science, Information and Communication Technology, Integrated Science, or Physics. 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
6846 Marketing Analytics and BSc(MAT) 4 3 3 2 3 3 Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 39 37 32
Technology Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred (but not (if applicable)
required).
Bachelor of Finance in 1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
6860 Asset Management and BFin(AMPB) 4 3 3 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 48 47 46
Private Banking (if applicable)
1.5 x Eng + 1.25 x Math + 1.25 x
Bachelor of Science in
6884 BSc(QFin) 4 3 3 2 3 3 Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is required. M1 / M2 + Best 3 Subjects + 0.2 50 48 47
Quantitative Finance x 7th Best Subject (if applicable)
Bachelor of Business
1.5 x Eng + 1.5 x Math + Best 4
Administration in
6896 BBA(IBGM) 5 3 4 2 3 3 - Subjects + 0.2 x 7th Best Subject 52 50 50
International Business and (if applicable)
Global Management

FACULTY OF DENTISTRY
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined Best Sci Subject ^ with
6107 Bachelor of Dental Surgery BDS 4 3 3 3 3 3 Science, Integrated Science, or Physics. WEIGHTING 2 + Best 5 Subjects
49 47 46

Subject Weightings for Specific Programme

WEIGHTING 2
6107 BDS
Notes: ^ “Sci Subject” refers to one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
Remarks: Conversion of levels to scores (category A): 5**=8.5, 5*=7, 5=5.5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1, Others=0
X 1.3 Biology / Chemistry / Combined Science / Physics

Conversion of grades to scores (category C): A=7, B=5.5, C=4, D=2.5, E=1, Others=0
Disclaimer: The above information is a reference for local HKDSE students only. It should not be used to predict the chance of
admissions to any programmes.
 HKU 2023 Programme Scoring Formula and Programmes with Subject Weightings Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = Mathematics | LS = Liberal Studies | Sci = Science
Expected Score for JUPAS Students
With Reference to Admissions 2022
Minimum Level Required
HKDSE Scoring Formula
(The scoring formula considers Upper Lower
Code Programme Abbreviation 1st 2nd Elective Specific Elective Subjects/ Other Requirements Median
English Chinese Liberal category A subjects only, unless Quartile Quartile
Mathematics Elective Subject/
Language Language Studies otherwise specified.)
Subject M1/M2

FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Candidates are strongly advised to include their personal statement in English in
Bachelor of Arts and the "Additional Information" of their JUPAS application.
BA&BEd 1.5 x Eng + 1.2 x LS +
6066 Bachelor of Education in 3 3 2 2 3 3 Candidates are encouraged to enter details about their other learning experiences 35 33 32
(LangEd)-Eng or extra curricular activities. Best 3 Subjects #
Language Education - English
Supporting documents should be uploaded to the appropriate sections of OEA or SLP.
Bachelor of Arts and
BA&BEd Candidates should have knowledge of spoken Cantonese and Putonghua, and 1.5 x Chin + 1.2 x LS +
6080 Bachelor of Education in 3 3 2 2 3 3 36 35 33
(LangEd)-Chin traditional Chinese characters. Best 3 Subjects #
Language Education - Chinese
Bachelor of Education in
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and fluently in both 1.5 x Eng + 1.2 x Chin +
6092 Early Childhood Education and BEd(ECE&SE) 3 3 2 2 3 3 28 27 25
Cantonese and English. Best 3 Subjects #
Special Education
Eng + 1.5 x Math + 1.5 x Best
Bachelor of Education and Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
6119 BEd&BSc 3 3 2 2 3 3 Sci Subject ^ + Best 2 Subjects 61 58 55
Bachelor of Science Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
with WEIGHTING 3

Bachelor of Science in Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and fluently in both
6157 BSc(SLP) 4 3 2 2 3 3 Cantonese and English. Best 6 Subjects 39 38 38
Speech-Language Pathology

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences Candidates with level 4 in English Language, if admitted, will be required to take 6 ◆
6248 BASc(FinTech) 4 3 3 2 3 3 Eng + Math + Best 4 Subjects 37 36 35
in Financial Technology additional credits in Core University English to complete their degree studies.

Bachelor of Engineering in ◆
6262 BEng(DS&E) 3 3 3 2 3 3 Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is required. Eng + Math + Best 3 Subjects 30 28 28
Data Science and Engineering
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Combined Science with
Bachelor of Engineering in Physics component, or Physics.
◆
6925 BEng(BmE) 3 3 3 2 3 3 Eng + Math + Best 3 Subjects 31 28 28
Biomedical Engineering Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred
(but not required).
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Combined Science with
Global Engineering and Physics component, or Physics.
◆
6937 GEBP 4 3 4 2 3 3 Eng + Math + Best 3 Subjects 34 31 29
Business Programme Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred
(but not required).
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
Bachelor of Engineering in Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
◆
6951 BEng(EngSc) 3 3 3 2 3 3 Eng + Math + Best 3 Subjects 29 26 25
Engineering Science Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred
(but not required).
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Combined Science with
Physics component, or Physics.
6963 Bachelor of Engineering BEng 3 3 3 2 3 3 Eng + Math + Best 3 Subjects ◆ 26 25 24
Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred
(but not required).

# May include M1/M2 or category C subject whichever is higher. Subject Weightings for Specific Programme
Notes:
^ “Sci Subject” refers to one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
◆ May include M1/M2 and category C subject. WEIGHTING 3
6119 BEd&BSc
Remarks: Conversion of levels to scores (category A): 5**=8.5, 5*=7, 5=5.5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1, Others=0
Conversion of grades to scores (category C): A=7, B=5.5, C=4, D=2.5, E=1, Others=0 X 1.5 Biology / Chemistry / Combined Science /
Integrated Science / Mathematics Extended
Disclaimer: The above information is a reference for local HKDSE students only. It should not be used to predict the chance of
admissions to any programmes.
Part (Module 1 or 2) / Physics
 HKU 2023 Programme Scoring Formula and Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = Mathematics | LS = Liberal Studies | Sci = Science
Expected Score for JUPAS Students
With Reference to Admissions 2022
Minimum Level Required
HKDSE Scoring Formula
(The scoring formula considers Upper Lower
Code Programme Abbreviation 1st 2nd Elective Specific Elective Subjects/ Other Requirements Median
English Chinese Liberal category A subjects only, unless Quartile Quartile
Mathematics Elective Subject/
Language Language Studies otherwise specified.)
Subject M1/M2

FACULTY OF LAW
Bachelor of Arts and
6078 BA&LLB 5 4 3 3 3 3 - Eng + Best 5 Subjects 45 40 36
Bachelor of Laws

6406 Bachelor of Laws LLB 5 4 3 3 3 3 - Eng + Best 5 Subjects 39 35 35

LI KA SHING FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Bachelor of Arts and
Candidates with level 4 in English Language, if admitted, will be required to take 6
6250 Sciences in Global Health and BASc(GHD) 4 3 2 2 3 3 Best 5 Subjects # 32 29 29
additional credits in Core University English to complete their degree studies.
Development
A good working knowledge of Cantonese is required.
Bachelor of Nursing Best 5 Subjects # +
6418 BNurs-ALT 3 3 2 2 3 3 38 36 36
Advanced Leadership Track HKDSE Chemistry or Combined Science with Chemistry component is required 0.5 x 6th Best Subject #
for the articulation pathway to MBBS.
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Chemistry, or Combined Science
Bachelor of Medicine and with Chemistry component.
6456 MBBS 4 3 2 2 3 3 Best 6 Subjects 45 44 42
Bachelor of Surgery
A good working knowledge of Cantonese is required.
Best 5 Subjects # +
6468 Bachelor of Nursing BNurs 3 3 2 2 3 3 A good working knowledge of Cantonese is required. 29 28 27
0.5 x 6th Best Subject #

Bachelor of Science in BSc Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry,
6470 4 3 4 2 3 3 Combined Science with Biology component, or Combined Science with Best 6 Subjects 39 38 37
Bioinformatics (Bioinformatics) Chemistry component.
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
Science, Integrated Science, or Physics. Best 5 Subjects # +
6482 Bachelor of Chinese Medicine BChinMed 3 3 2 2 3 3 33 31 30
A good command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) is 0.5 x 6th Best Subject #
required.
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Chemistry, or Combined Science
6494 Bachelor of Pharmacy BPharm 4 3 2 2 3 3 with Chemistry component. Best 6 Subjects 39 38 38
A good working knowledge of Cantonese is required.

Bachelor of Biomedical Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry,
6949 BBiomedSc 4 3 2 2 3 3 Combined Science with Biology component, or Combined Science with Best 6 Subjects 41 41 39
Sciences Chemistry component.

Notes: # May include M1/M2 or category C subject whichever is higher.

Remarks: Conversion of levels to scores (category A): 5**=8.5, 5*=7, 5=5.5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1, Others=0
Conversion of grades to scores (category C): A=7, B=5.5, C=4, D=2.5, E=1, Others=0
Disclaimer: The above information is a reference for local HKDSE students only. It should not be used to predict the chance of
admissions to any programmes.
 HKU 2023 Programme Scoring Formula and Programmes with Subject Weightings Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = Mathematics | LS = Liberal Studies | Sci = Science
Expected Score for JUPAS Students
With Reference to Admissions 2022
Minimum Level Required
HKDSE Scoring Formula
(The scoring formula considers Upper Lower
Code Programme Abbreviation 1st 2nd Elective Specific Elective Subjects/ Other Requirements Median
English Chinese Liberal category A subjects only, unless Quartile Quartile
Mathematics Elective Subject/
Language Language Studies otherwise specified.)
Subject M1/M2

FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Bachelor of Level 4 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is required. 2 x Eng + 2 x Math + 2 x M1 / M2
BASc
6224 Arts and Sciences in 4 3 4 2 4 3 Candidates with level 4 in English Language, if admitted, will be required to take 6 + Best 2 Subjects with 59 55 51
(AppliedAI)
Applied Artificial Intelligence additional credits in Core University English to complete their degree studies. WEIGHTING 4

Level 3 or above in two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined Eng + Math + Best 2 in M1 / M2
Science1, Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) or Physics.
1
+ Sci Subjects ^ * excluding
6688 Science Master Class SMC 5 3 4 2 3 3 The components of Combined Science must not overlap with other subjects. Integrated Science + 34 32 31
Candidates with level 4 in English Language and good results in Science subjects Best Subject *
or Mathematics will be exceptionally considered on a case-by-case basis. with WEIGHTING 5

Bachelor of Science in 1.2 x Eng + 1.2 x Math +

6729 BSc(AC) 3 3 4 2 4 3 Level 4 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is required. 34 31 30
Actuarial Science 1.2 x M1 / M2 + Best 2 Subjects

Bachelor of Science and 2 x Eng + 2 x Math / M1 / M2 +

Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
6858 BSc&LLB 5 4 2 2 3 3 2 x Best Sci Subject ^ + 60 57 54
Bachelor of Laws Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
Best 3 Subjects
Eng + 1.5 x Math + 1.5 x Best Sci
Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined
6901 Bachelor of Science BSc 3 3 2 2 3 3 Subject ^ + Best 2 Subjects with 46 41 38
Science, Integrated Science, or Physics.
WEIGHTING 3

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

Candidates with level 4 in English Language and good results in other HKDSE
subjects will be exceptionally considered on a case-by-case basis. If these
candidates are admitted, they will be required to take 6 additional credits in Core Best 5 Subjects # with
6212 Bachelor of Arts and Sciences BASc 5 3 2 2 3 3 University English to complete their degree studies. WEIGHTING 6
39 37 32
Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred (but
not required).

6705 Bachelor of Psychology BPsych 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 31 28 26

6717 Bachelor of Social Sciences BSS 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 27 26 25

6731 Bachelor of Social Work BSW 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 28 26 26

Bachelor of Social Sciences

6810 (Government and Laws) and BSS(GL)&LLB 5 4 3 3 3 3 - Best 6 Subjects 43 39 38
Bachelor of Laws

6822 Bachelor of Journalism BJ 3 3 2 2 3 3 - Best 5 Subjects # 28 25 25

Subject Weightings for Specific Programme

WEIGHTING 3 WEIGHTING 4 WEIGHTING 5 WEIGHTING 6

6901 BSc 6224 BASc(AppliedAI) 6688 SMC 6212 BASc
X 1.5 Biology / Chemistry / Combined Science / X 1.5 Biology / Chemistry / Combined Science / X 1.5 Biology / Chemistry / Combined Science / X 1.5 English Language
Integrated Science / Mathematics Extended Information and Communication Technology / Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) /
Part (Module 1 or 2) / Physics Integrated Science / Physics Physics

Notes: # May include M1/M2 or category C subject whichever is higher. Remarks: Conversion of levels to scores (category A): 5**=8.5, 5*=7, 5=5.5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1, Others=0
^ “Sci Subject” refers to one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Integrated Science, or Physics. Conversion of grades to scores (category C): A=7, B=5.5, C=4, D=2.5, E=1, Others=0
* The components of Combined Science must not overlap with other science elective. Disclaimer: The above information is a reference for local HKDSE students only. It should not be used to predict the chance of
admissions to any programmes.
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