THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG BSc (Hons) in Applied Science (Beauty and Health) BSc in Applied Science (Beauty and Health)

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1 THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG BSc (Hons) in Applied Science (Beauty and Health) BSc in Applied Science (Beauty and Health) THE OPEN UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG The Open University of Hong Kong (OUHK) is established and recognised by the Government. It has four Schools School of Arts and Social Sciences, Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration, School of Education and Languages, and School of Science and Technology offering degree programmes in a number of areas, including arts and social sciences, business administration, education and languages, science and technology. Currently, there are over 9,500 students taking programmes on a full-time basis in the University s campus. In addition, undergraduate degree programmes in a range of disciplines are offered jointly with partnership institutions. PROGRAMME OVERVIEW This programme aims to develop students with knowledge, skills, professional ethics and academic challenges on top of what they attained in the general-level degree. Students will be trained with capabilities to take up independent academic surveys, research and report writing skills and potential to progress into postgraduate level studies. Upon successful completion of the programme, students should be able to: explain the fundamental concepts and principles underpinning current practices in Beauty and Health application; apply core analytical skills and techniques in the professional practice of Beauty and Health application; comprehend current research methods in science with particular reference to Beauty and Health and apply these methods in career; grasp the fundamental theories with regard to quality management in applied science with particular reference to Beauty and Health and apply these theories in career; and deliver and present sound academic and professional inputs on issues of relevance to Beauty and Health in career. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE To obtain an Ordinary Degree, students must complete the following courses : COURSE CREDIT LEVEL CLASS Hygiene and Beauty 5 Higher A Pollution and Public Health 5 Higher A Applied Human Physiology 5 Higher A in Beauty and Health Applied Biochemistry in 5 Higher A Beauty and Health Advanced Theories in 5 Higher A Beauty and Health Science and Business Ethics 5 Higher A in Beauty and Health Scientific Research Methods 5 Higher B Quality Management for 5 Higher B Applied Science In addition to fulfilling the requirements for the Ordinary Degree, students may choose to complete the following courses to obtain an Honours Degree: COURSE CREDIT LEVEL CLASS Safety and Reliability for 5 Honours C Applied Science Instruments and Modern 10 Honours C Technologies in Beauty and Health Environmental 10 Honours C Health and Safety Advanced Topics in 5 Honours C Food and Health Sciences Research Project in 10 Honours C Applied Science 06

2 Applied Science ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A recognised Higher Diploma in Applied Nutritional Science, Beauty Science, Health and Beauty Care Management, Health and Beauty Therapy, Health Food Business, Food Management and Health Studies Management, Rehabilitation Services, Community Health Care for Senior Citizens, Medical Centre Operations, Beauty and Personal Care Products, or equivalent, awarded by VTC or a recognised local or overseas institution; or A recognised tertiary or professional qualification at higher diploma or associate degree level, or above, with relevance to the named programme. ASSESSMENT There will be both continuous assessment components and a final examination for all the courses. Continuous assessment will include assignment, quizzes and project report that should be orally presented in tutorials. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Programme fee is calculated on a credit basis according to the number of courses to be taken in each term. Programme fee is subject to yearly review. NO. OF TERMS (NO. OF CREDITS) TUITION FEE FOR 2017 COHORT STUDENTS LOCAL STUDENTS NON-LOCAL STUDENTS Ordinary Degree: 2 Terms (40 Credits) Honours Degree: 4 Terms (80 Credits) Ordinary Degree: HK$75,480* by 2 instalments Honours Degree: HK$150,960* by 4 instalments Ordinary Degree: HK$98,120* by 2 instalments Honours Degree: HK$196,240* by 4 instalments Study Mode and Full-time Duration 9 months (Ordinary Degree) 24 months (Honours Degree) Study Location IVE (Chai Wan) and OUHK Fees Application : HK$300 Programme : Ordinary Degree HK$75,480* by 2 instalments (For Local Student) Honours Degree HK$150,960* by 4 instalments (For Local Student) Application Deadline 30 April 2018 Commencement September 2018 *The OUHK is reviewing the tuition fee of academic year The new rates will be announced immediately upon approval of the OUHK. ENQUIRIES Programme Ms. Connie Chan Co-ordinator Tel no conniechan@vtc.edu.hk General Enquiries Mr. Tao Hoi Ming Tel no hmtao@vtc.edu.hk 07

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