CAREER PROSPECTS HIGH-ACHIEVING ALUMNI Commerce and Business Government and Related Organizations Education Industry Community and Social Services 5.6% 5.0% 16.8% 37.4% 35.2% Students pursuing further studies are not included in this survey. (Source: Graduate Employment Survey 2024, Career Center, HKUST) Rigil YEUNG BSc in Biochemistry, Class of 2013 PhD in Life Science, HKUST, Class of 2018 Medical Advisor at MSD Determined to devote my career to the biotech & pharma industry, I decided to study Biochemistry at HKUST. The undergraduate curriculum equipped me with a strong foundation of scientific knowledge and allowed me to participate in world-class research projects. Besides, I had the privilege to participate in co-curricular programs offered by the School of Science, which were significant for my growth. Graduating with first-class honors, I pursued my PhD degree at HKUST. At that time, I gained a better understanding of drug development and later joined the pharmaceutical industry smoothly. I am pleased to say that my years at HKUST were both memorable and rewarding. Tommy LEE BSc in Chemistry, Class of 2014 MSc in Environmental Engineering and Management, HKUST, Class of 2019 Generation Chemist at HK Electric My three years of undergraduate studies have shaped my career path. HKUST provided me with plenty of opportunities, such as research, service learning, internship, and mentorship. I tried many of these and found the area that I wanted to endeavor the most. The staff and professors here were always resourceful and ready to help. Nothing was unachievable as my classmates shared the same values, and we worked together towards our goals. I would say I am full of memories having grown-up here! Our programs not only prepare students to become scientists who contribute meaningful academic knowledge for the betterment of society, but they also equip them to excel in their chosen professions such as industrial research and development, education, manufacturing, logistics, and business and finance. Moreover, each year approximately 35-40% of our science graduates pursue further studies at prestigious universities around the world, including: • California Institute of Technology • Imperial College London • ETH Zürich • University College London • University of Chicago • National University of Singapore • Yale University • Columbia University • King’s College London • The University of Sydney • New York University • Université PSL • University of British Columbia • The University of Queensland • University of California, San Diego • Technical University of Munich 34 35
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