What is the JS3478 admission score?

Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Hong Kong Polytechnic University BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science (JUPAS JS3478) is 5.5, with a lower quartile of 5.4.

What is the tuition fee for BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science?

The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.

Does JS3478 require an interview?

JUPAS JS3478 (BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science) interview status: Interview may be required. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.

What are the minimum entry requirements for BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science?

The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 2, Citizenship & Social Development 1.

How selective is JS3478 compared with other JUPAS programmes?

By latest admission median (5.5), JS3478 ranks #45 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #18 of 87 in Science, #3 of 44 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

UGC-fundedBachelor's DegreeScience Medicine, Therapy, Health Sciences

JS3478BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science

醫療化驗科學(榮譽)理學士

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

JUPAS JS3478 is BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. 2025 admission median: 5.5 (LQ 5.4). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #45 by latest median. Within Science, rank #18 of 87 (subject average median 4.8). At The Hong Kong Polytechnic University: #3 of 44 programmes. Competition ratio 5.1 (~5 applicants/place). Interview: Interview may be required. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)

5.5Lower quartile 5.4

Competition ratio (2025)

5.1

Intake

Fee / year

HK$47,000

HK rank (by median)

#45/ 382

Rank at university

#3/ 44

Rank in Science

#18/ 87

Admission Data（2025）

Admission Score (Index)

Median5.5/ level 7 (avg per subject)

2Lower quartile 5.47 (5**)

Based on the average level of best subjects — the higher the number, the higher the entry bar (max 7 = 5**).

Competition Ratio

5.1about 5 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants

Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants

Band A share 98%

Band A share

98%

Places offered

Applicant Distribution by Choice Band

Band A(1–3)5198%

Band B(4–6)12%

Band C(7–10)00%

Band D(11–15)00%

Band E(16–20)00%

"Bands" group applicants by where they placed this programme among their JUPAS choices (Band A = choices 1–3, the most sought-after). A higher Band A share indicates a more competitive programme. Places offered is the programme intake. Data from public JUPAS admission statistics, for reference only.

JS3478 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS3478 (BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

Year	Median	Lower Q	vs prev
2025	5.5	5.4	—

Subject context: average median in Science is 4.8. JS3478 at 5.5 is at or above that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese

English

Mathematics (Compulsory)

Citizenship / LS

Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Accepts Applied LearningInterview：Interview may be requiredBand A share 98%

JS3478 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS3478 (BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science) interview status is: Interview may be required. Interview format, weighting and schedule can change each cycle — always confirm on the official JUPAS / university page before applying.

Scoring Method

2026：Best 5（max weight ×10）

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS3478 admission score?: Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Hong Kong Polytechnic University BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science (JUPAS JS3478) is 5.5, with a lower quartile of 5.4.
How competitive is JS3478 (BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University?: In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS3478 was 5.1 — about 5 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science?: The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS3478 require an interview?: JUPAS JS3478 (BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science) interview status: Interview may be required. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science?: The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 2, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS3478 compared with other JUPAS programmes?: By latest admission median (5.5), JS3478 ranks #45 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #18 of 87 in Science, #3 of 44 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

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