UNDERGRADUATE
ADMISSIONS

Bachelor of Engineering

Elite
Programme

CODE

6303

STUDY PERIOD

4 Years

ABBREVIATION

BEng(Elite)

ADMISSION TRACK

Faculty-based

Exclusive Journey for the Future Leaders

The Bachelor of Engineering Elite Programme nurtures talented, top-performing future engineering leaders through exclusive and flexible access to enriched learning opportunities—including high flexibility in major selection, global exposure, dual mentorship support, and strong industry connections—empowering them to unlock their potential, tackle emerging challenges, and thrive in highly competitive, fast-changing industries. Additionally, a total of HKD 150,000 in entrance and overseas exchange scholarships will be offered.

Why This Programme

1.
High Flexibility in Programme Major Selection (Subject to academic performance and availability.)
At the end of Year 1, Elite students are eligible to select their preferred BEng programme majors from:
i.
Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Data and Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering; or
ii.
Faculty-based signature initiatives:
1.
Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence in Engineering (X+AI) programme
2.
Bachelor of Engineering in Robotics Engineering (BEng(Robo))^
^This programme is subject to the University’s approval.
iii.
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science from the School of Computer and Data Science (SCDS) – a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 would be required. *Students enrol in SCDS majors (Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) will NOT be able to enrol in the X+AI programme.
2.
Dual Mentorship
•
Academic advisor
i.
To guide Elite students through their curriculum design and overseas exchange choices.
•
Industrial mentor
ii.
To assist Elite students in learning from state-of-the-art practices in the corresponding industry.
3.
HKD 150,000 Scholarships
•
Entrance scholarship of HKD 100,000 will be disbursed in four instalments.
•
Exchange scholarship of HKD 50,000 for each student.
4.
Eligible for the CSHK HKU Engineering Flagship Programme Scholarship and Placement
•
During their studies at HKU Engineering, Elite students will be eligible to apply and may be selected for a one-off HKD 40,000 scholarship sponsored by China State Construction Engineering (Hong Kong) Limited (CSHK).
•
In addition, they may be selected for an exclusive paid internship opportunity and executive mentorship.

Elite Status Requirement

Students must maintain “Elite” status with a minimum cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.0 at the end of each academic year in order to continue enjoying the exclusive access and scholarships mentioned above. Students who fail to meet the required CGPA will continue their studies at HKU Engineering but without these privileges.

What You Will Study

Students will focus on their Engineering core courses in Year 1 and then choose a BEng degree programme to study starting from their Year 2. They will receive the same solid training in our existing BEng programmes and obtain the same BEng degrees. Special Academic Advisors will guide students through their curriculum design and overseas exchange planning, and Industrial Mentors will assist students in learning and connecting to state-of-the-art practices in the corresponding industries.

Career Prospects

The Elite Programme graduates are expected to have great flexibility in their career choices and development. In addition to the existing opportunities in engineering sectors, other 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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[#HKUInfoDay2025] 💬成就工程夢想：IB狀元 夢想同行🚀港大工程學院上年推出咗兩個全新本科課程——BEng Elite工學學士精英課程同BEng X + MScEng AI (2)

“HKU stood out to me because of its strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary learning. The flexibility in the Engineering curriculum, especially the elite engineering programme, provides me time and exposure to various engineering fields.”

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 or Physics.

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: 40
  • 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*1A
  • 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