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HKDSE subjects are divided into three categories, including 24 senior secondary subjects (4 core subjects and 20 elective subjects), Applied learning subjects and other language subjects.
Category A: Senior Secondary Subjects
Core Subjects
Chinese Language
English Language
Mathematics
Liberal Studies
1
Citizenship and Social Development
2
Elective Subjects
Chinese Literature
Biology
Business, Accounting and Financial Studies
Literature in English
Chemistry
Design and Applied Technology
Chinese History
Physics
Health Management and Social Care
Economics
Science: Combined Science
1
Information and Communication Technology
Ethics and Religious Studies
Science: Integrated Science
1
Technology and Living
Geography
Music
History
Visual Arts
Tourism and Hospitality Studies
Physical Education
1
Applicable until 2023 exam year
2
Applicable from 2024 exam year onwards
Assessment Framework of 24 senior secondary subjects
Category B: Applied Learning Subjects
Creative Studies
Fashion Image Design
Interior Design
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Interior and Exhibition Design ^
Jewellery Design in Digital Age
Computer Game and Animation Design
Digital Comic Design and Production
Popular Music Production
Taking a Chance on Dance
The Essentials of Theatre Arts
Media and Communication
Digital Media and Radio Production
Film and Transmedia
Digital Brand Communication
Multimedia Storytelling
PR and Multimedia Communication
Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English Communication
Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Business Services
Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals
Creative English – Biz and Media ^
Creative English – PR and Marketing ^
Practical Translation (CHI-ENG)
Applied Japanese and Japanese Culture ^
Everyday Japanese and Japanese Culture ^
Korean Language and Culture
Business, Management and Law
Accounting for e-Business
AI in Business
Data Application for Business
Innovation and Entrepreneurship *
Introduction to Fintech ^
Marketing and Online Promotion
Law Enforcement in Hong Kong
Services
Modern Southeast Asian Cuisine
Pâtisserie and Café Operations
Western Cuisine
Airport Passenger Terminal Operations
Hospitality Services in Practice
Hotel Operations
Child Care and Development
Child Care and Education
Fundamental Cosmetology
Gerontech and Services *
Applied Science
Food Innovation and Science
Food Technology and Nutrition *
Animal Care
Foundation in Chinese Medicine
Health Care Practice
Medical Laboratory Science
Rehabilitation Care Practice
Applied Psychology
Practical Psychology
Exercise and Fitness Coaching
Exercise Science and Health Fitness
Engineering and Production
Digital Construction ^
Electrical and Energy Engineering
AI and Robotics
Computer Forensic Technology
eSports Technology
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eSports Technology and Management *
Tech Basics
Aviation Studies
Railway Studies
Applied Learning Chinese (for non-Chinese speaking students)
Chinese in Business Service
Chinese in Practical Context
Practical Chinese
^ Applicable from 2025 exam year onwards
* Applicable from 2026 exam year onwards
Category C: Other Language Subjects
Category C subjects in the 2024 HKDSE and before
French
German
Hindi
Japanese
Spanish
Urdu
Category C subjects in the 2025 HKDSE and beyond
French
German
Japanese
Korean
Spanish
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