In theory, a perfect-scorer and nationwide NO.1 in the college entrance exam should be able to choose any major they want.
However, this "demon" major at Beijing University not only evaluates entrance exam scores but also requires all applicants to complete a paper related to the major over the summer. The paper, along with their transcript, must then be mailed to the department's email address.
Not only are the review criteria stringent, but the number of students admitted each year is extremely limited.
Last year, there were only a dozen or so freshmen accepted nationwide, and it's estimated that this year will be the same, with no increase in numbers.
The Department of Biomedical Sciences, a short name for Life Science and Technology and Biomedical Sciences, is a highly sophisticated interdisciplinary field that combines engineering, medicine, and biology.
