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LEARN AI SKILLS TO SOLVE FUTURISTIC CHALLENGES
Learn the theories behind the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in diverse areas from both philosophical and ethical perspectives. This programme will enable you to apply interdisciplinary knowledge to a broad spectrum of integrated applications and technological innovations to solve the problems of tomorrow.
Create impact
Use your skills to create transformational impact in different industries.
Into the future
Develop the capacity to navigate new challenges and emerging problems.
What You’ll Study
You will learn both fundamental and practical knowledge in the design and construction of intelligent systems – skills that are applicable in a variety of career settings. The degree engages problem-based learning to touch on a wide range of courses in computer science, geography, mathematics, psychology, statistics, and urban studies. The programme consists of five focus areas, including AI technology, AI in business and finance, AI in medicine, AI in smart cities, and AI in neurocognitive science. Following graduation, you will be exceptionally well-equipped to create AI products with impact across diverse industries.
Exciting Opportunities
Students will learn to transfer interdisciplinary scientific knowledge into a wide range of integrated applications and technological innovations to develop the intellectual capacity essential for meeting new challenges and resolving new problems in the future.
Career Prospects
Your expertise in AI will give you a competitive advantage in job markets locally and abroad. You have the potential to become a vital asset in any organisation in need of intelligent strategies. Graduates have gone on to pursue careers in science and technology, environmental protection, medical informatics, health care, business, banking, finance, urban development, and neurocognitive science, among others.
Expected September 2026
The University of Hong Kong
MG 14, Ground Floor, Main Building,
The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam,
Southern, Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Applicants from Hong Kong-based schools must have completed a six-year secondary education before entering HKU, according to government regulations.
IB Diploma:
(a) Grade 4 in HL / SL English Language A: Language and Literature;
(b) Grade 4 in HL / SL English Language A: Literature;
(c) Grade 4 in SL English – Text and Performance;
(d) Grade 4 in SL English – Literature and Performance (A1 syllabus)
(e) Grade 4 in HL English Language (B Syllabus);
(f) Grade 5 in SL English Language (B Syllabus); or
(g) Grade 4 in HL / SL English Language (A1 or A2 Syllabus)
Note:
“Higher Level” is referred to as “HL”, and “Standard Level” as “SL”
GCE A-level, International A-level:
(a) Grade C or better in English Language at GCSE/ GCEO;
(b) Grade C or better in English First Language at IGCSE; or
(c) Grade B or better in English Second Language at IGCSE; or
(d) Grade C or better in English Language or English Literature at GCE AS/ AL
Note: For GCSE/ IGCSE which uses the new 9-1 grading system, Grade 5 will be taken as equivalent to Grade B and Grade 4 will be taken as equivalent to Grade C
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: Level 3 in English Language
Hong Kong Associate Degree (AD) or Higher Diploma (HD)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 in IELTS Academic Module;
A score of 93 or better in the TOEFL internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) is required, achieved in the same attempt.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
