香港中文大学

The Computer Science Programme (CS) was launched by The Department of Computer Science and Engineering more than 30 years ago. It is accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) and has gained international reputation for excellent research and teaching.

Over the years, The Department of Computer Science and Engineering has built up a large alumni network in the computer industry of Hong Kong. Many of our graduates have taken up important positions in various organizations and companies, such as The Hong Kong Government, The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC), Intel, Microsoft, IBM and Google. Through this network, our graduates can enjoy comparative advantage in professional career development. Apart from choosing to work in the industry, some graduates have entered our postgraduate programmes or similar programs in world-renowned universities overseas for postgraduate education.

The Computer Science programme covers the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Big Data Analytics
• Bioinformatics
• Computer and Network Security
• Computer Systems and Networking
• Computer-aided Design
• Databases
• Digital Hardware Technologies
• Information Systems
• Internet
• Multimedia Technology
• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering
• Theoretical Computer Science

The double-degree Computer Science/Integrated Business Administration option is open to students who have qualified for admission to both programmes. Following the successful completion of a BSc degree in Computer Science, students can continue their studies for one additional year to gain a BBA degree.

Programme Objectives

At the end of the course of studies, students will have

• Acquired solid fundamental knowledge in mathematics, computer science with a breadth of inter-disciplinary knowledge.
• Acquired independent thinking, possess problem-solving skills, and excel in the capability for self-learning to allow for life-long learning.
• Acquired leadership qualities, and good communication, teamwork, social, and professional skills.

Learning Outcomes

• to be able to identify, formulate, and solve computer science problems
• to be able to design, implement, test, and evaluate a computer system, component, or algorithm to meet desired needs
• to receive the broad education necessary to understand the impact of computer science solutions in a global and societal context
• to be able to communicate effectively
• to be able to success in research and industry
• to have solid knowledge in computer science and engineering, including programming and languages, algorithms, theory, databases, etc.
• to integrate well into and contribute to the local society and the global community
• to practise high standard of professional ethics
• to be able to draw on and integrate knowledge from many related areas