Biomedical engineering is a relatively new field of study, but has already made a large positive impact in healthcare. During their academic careers, students in this area of study learn aspects of computer science, chemistry, and materials science in addition to biology and multiple engineering specialties.

Hong Kong is one of the two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China, the other being Macau.

A Bachelor of Science is a degree that is often required for certain advanced careers. Depending on how much time students devote to their education, it can take about three to four years to earn a BSc.