UNDERGRADUATE
ADMISSIONS

Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Science in Engineering in

Artificial Intelligence in Engineering

CODE

6377

STUDY PERIOD

4+1 Years

ABBREVIATION

BEng X + MScEng AIE

ADMISSION TRACK

Faculty-based

Where engineers master AI for real-world applications: 4+1 Dual Degree

The Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence in Engineering programme is designed to nurture engineers with cross-disciplinary, master’s-level knowledge and skills in AI. Students will complete a BEng major and then pursue an MSc(Eng) in Artificial Intelligence in Engineering within 4+1 years. The programme integrates core engineering knowledge with applied AI methods to tackle real-world engineering challenges. It offers an AI-focused curriculum and the opportunity to progress to an MSc(Eng) in AI, along with a master’s entrance scholarship of HKD 120,000.

Why This Programme

  1. Flexibility in Major Selection (Subject to academic performance and availability.)
    Students can choose one of the following as their major: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Data and Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Robotics Engineering^ (a faculty-based programme).
    ^This programme is subject to the University’s approval.
  2. AI-Focused Curriculum Design 
    A well-rounded AI curriculum providing comprehensive training in engineering applications, starting with Artificial Intelligence Literacy courses, followed by introductory AI courses, discipline-specific AI electives, and an AI-related capstone project at the undergraduate level, with continuity into postgraduate study.
  3. BEng(X) and MSc(Eng) in AI Dual Degree in 4+1 Years
    Students can freely opt out of this BEng X + MScEng AIE scheme with no penalties, i.e. they can successfully earn their bachelor’s degree after completing the necessary requirements in their chosen major.
  4. HKD 120,000 Master’s Degree Programme Entrance Scholarship
    Eligibility: Students with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 2.7 or higher in the undergraduate study who are admitted to the MSc(Eng) in Artificial Intelligence in Engineering are eligible for the scholarship.
  5. Eligible for the CSHK HKU Engineering Flagship Programme Scholarship and Placement
    During their studies at HKU Engineering, students will be eligible to apply and may be selected for a one-off HKD 40,000 scholarship sponsored by the China State Construction Engineering (Hong Kong) Limited (CSHK).  In addition, they may be selected for an exclusive paid internship opportunity and executive mentorship.

What You Will Study

Aiming to nurture highly interdisciplinary engineers equipped with modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, the programme provides students with rigorous training through one of our BEng programmes and earn a BEng degree.

A progressive AI curriculum that builds students’ capabilities in engineering applications of AI, beginning with AI literacy and core concepts, advancing to programme-specific electives, and culminating in an AI-focused capstone project, with opportunities for continued postgraduate learning.

Career Prospects

Graduates are expected to have great flexibility in their career choices and development. In addition to the existing opportunities in engineering sectors, students may also choose to serve in the business, research, education, social and community sectors. In the past, around 16% of the BEng graduates pursued further studies in Hong Kong or overseas.

Student Voices

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“I choose HKU Engineering because of its world-class research in areas like 6G and biotech, and its strong support for innovative student projects. So happened that they offer a very specific AI programme, which I think it’s a perfect opportunity for me to turn my creativity into real-world impact!”

Admission standards

Eng = English | Chin = Chinese | Math = “Mathematics (Compulsory)” | M1/M2 = Mathematics Module 1 or 2

CSD = Citizenship and Social Development

Scoring Formula for 2027 – 2028 Entry: Eng + Math + Best 3 subjects%

% The scoring formula considers category A subjects and M1/M2 only, unless otherwise specified.

🖩HKU JUPAS Score Calculator: https://admissions.hku.hk/apply/jupas/score-calculator

Minimum Level Required

Eng

Chin

Math

CSD

1st Elective Subject

2nd Elective Subject / M1 / M2

4

3

4

Attained (A)

3

3

Specific Elective Subjects / Other Requirements

Level 3 or above in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Combined Science.

Consideration of Other Factors

    1. Level 3 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or 2) is preferred.
    2. Interview performance – Only applicants who list HKU Engineering’s programme(s)as their Band A choice(s) will be invited to interview.
    3. Number of subject(s) attaining Level 5**

Non-local Qualifications (Non-JUPAS Admissions)

We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of qualifications worldwide, including the Chinese Mainland NJCEE (Gao Kao), as well as various international qualifications, including the IB Diploma, GCE A Levels, SAT, and national examinations such as the Indian Board Examinations; the Kazakh Certificate of Completed Secondary Education; and Malaysian, Singaporean, Thai, Filipino, Indonesian, Japanese, and South Korean curricula, and many others.

Please refer to the Admissions Office website for details and their corresponding admission requirements: https://admissions.hku.hk/apply/international-qualifications#admissions-standard

  • Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions: 39
  • Subject Requirements: Mathematics and one Science subject (Biology or Chemistry or Physics) are required (Please refer to the Admissions Office website for details.)
  • Expected Lower Boundary for Admissions: 3A*
  • Subject Requirements: Mathematics and one Science subject (Biology or Chemistry or Physics) are required (Please refer to the Admissions Office website for details.)

Programme Enquiries

Website: https://www.ugadmissions.engg.hku.hk/
Email: enggugad@hku.hk
Tel: 3917 2803