Master of Science in Urban Informatics and Smart Cities

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Programme Aims

To equip students to cope with challenges and other issues in cities by harnessing the power of informatics, big data and relevant techniques.

Characteristics

The programme focuses on three key areas, namely “Theory and Domain Knowledge”, “Technologies underpin Urban Informatics and Smart Cities” and “The Practice of Urban Informatics and Smart Cities Solutions”.

Recognition & Prospects

The MSc programme will seek accreditation from:

• The Hong Kong Institute of Planners (HKIP)
• The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS);
• The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS); and

Programme Structure

Students can choose from a wide range of subjects offered under the Postgraduate Scheme in Construction and Environment, each generally requiring one evening class per week over a 13-week semester.

For the MSc

Students must complete 7 subjects with at least 4 Core Subjects, including “Smart Cities: Technologies and Solutions”, “Urban Science and Systems”, and “Urban Informatics”, plus a Dissertation. The Dissertation is optional; alternatively, students can choose to complete a Project and one more Core Subject.

For the PgD

Students must complete 7 subjects with at least 4 Core Subjects, including “Smart Cities: Technologies and Solutions”, “Urban Science and Systems” and “Urban Informatics.

Core Areas of Study

The following is a brief summary of the core areas of study. Students will be provided with detailed information on the subjects for selection upon registration.

• Smart Cities: Technologies and Solutions
• Urban Science & Systems
• Urban Informatics
• Urban Big Data
• Principles of Geographic Information Systems
• Urban Planning and Urban Design
• Dissertation (9 credits)/Project (6 credits)