Educational system
Full time: four years
Place
Laoshan campus of Ocean University of China
First-class discipline
bioscience
Degree
Bachelor of Science

Graduates' ability requirements

Through their academic studies, students will achieve comprehensive development in morality, intelligence, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor skills. Upon graduation, they will possess the following knowledge and abilities:

1. They have a strong national spirit and patriotic sentiment, exhibit sound professional ethics and conduct, understand technological ethics and personal values. They have a sense of responsibility, contribute to society, and are environmentally conscious.

2. They master the fundamental theories and knowledge of biology and biotechnology. They can define and explain key concepts in biological science, correctly comprehend the principles and applicability of biotechnology, and are aware of the current status and trends in modern biotechnology.

3. They have the skills to apply biotechnology to solve practical problems and receive scientific thinking and laboratory training in applied basic research and technological development.

4. They possess proficient English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, enabling effective use of English in professional learning and academic research.

5. They have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong spirit of teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Curriculum design

  • The public curricular includes: 1. Ideology and politics; 2. Military education and physical exercise; 3. College mathematics; 4. College computer; 5. College physics; 6. College chemistry.
  • Open courses include:1.General education of Ocean University of China; 2.Characteristic course of Haide; 3.Other courses with approval of Ocean University of China.
  • Professional education includes:1.Basic subject courses; 2.Professional knowledge courses; 3. Job-hunting skills courses.

Study plan

The first year

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    Mentality and Morality Improvement and Basics of Law
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    General Outline of Chinese Modern History
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    Military Affairs Training
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    Introduction to Military Science
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    Mathematics IA + Mathematics IB
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    Programming in Python
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    Physics + Physics Experiment
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    Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry + Experiment of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry
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    Organic Chemistry + Experiment of Organic Chemistry
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    Biology I + Biology II
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    Academic English I + Academic English II
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    Science-Processes & Practices

The second year

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    Introduction to the Fundamental Principle of Marxism
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    An Outline of Mao Zedong Thought
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    Training of Instrumentation and Experiment Specification
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    General Biology
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    Structure Biochemistry
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    Microbiology
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    Biochemistry Practical
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    Academic English III
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    Molecular Biology + Molecular Biology Practical
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    Academic English IV
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    Cell Biology
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    Metabolic Biochemistry
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    Immunology & Virology

The third year

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    Biostatistics
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    Academic Skills I
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    Academic Skills II
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    Cell Biology Practical
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    Biotechnology
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    Modern Genetics
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    Genetics Practical
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    Introduction to Bioinformatics
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    System Biology
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    Infectious Diseases
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    Cytotechnology
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    Applied Biotechnology

The fourth year

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    Current Situation and Policy
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    Physical Education I + Physical Education II + Physical Education III + Physical Education IV
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    Biotechnological Practices
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    Introduction to Synthetic Biology
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    Reasearch Methodology
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    Project Intership
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    Education of innovation and creation
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    Dissertation

What are the tuition fees of Ocean University of China and University of Adelaide?

Tuition fees in 2023

Ocean University of China
RMB 60,000/year*
University of Adelaide
$45,500/year*

For students who choose "2 + 2" or "3 + 2" pathway, they will pay tuition fees according to the standard of University of Adelaide during study abroad. The tuition fees of University of Adelaide are subject to the official website and admission notice of that year.

*The consumption in Adelaide, where the University of Adelaide is located, is about 15% - 20% lower than that in Sydney and Melbourne, and the cost of living (including accommodation and insurance) is about RMB 100000 / year.

Study in Haide

Undergraduates can take "4 + 0", "2 + 2" and "3 + 2" pathway to complete their studies.
  • "4 + 0" pathway:students will study in OUC for four years and obtain the diploma of undergraduate and degree of bachlor of OUC, after the completion of their studies as well as meet the graduation requirements ;
  • "2 + 2" pathway:students will study in OUC for two years and UoA for two years and obtain the diploma of undergraduate and degree of bachelor of OUC and the honour degree of science bachelor of UoA, after the completion of their studies as well as meet the graduation requirements.
  • "3 + 2" pathway:students will study in OUC for three years and UoA for two years and obtain the diploma of undergraduate of OUC and degree of master of UoA, after the completion of their studies as well as meet the graduation requirements.