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Computer Science (2025-26 cohort)
Offered As: Major Minor
URL: https://www.csai.cds.hku.hk/ https://www.csai.cds.hku.hk/
*Open to students of other Faculties: Yes (except Bachelor of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science [BEng(AI&DataSc)], Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science [BEng(CompSc)], Bachelor of Statistics [BStat] (Professional Core in Decision Analytics), Major in Decision Analytics, Minor in Computer Science) Yes (except except Bachelor of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science [BEng(AI&DataSc)], Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science [BEng(CompSc)], Bachelor of Statistics [BStat] (Professional Core in Decision Analytics), Major in Computer Science, Major in Decision Analytics)
Selection process required: No No
Credits: 96 42
What is it about? The major/minor in Computer Science provides students with a substantial foundation in key computer science subject areas and modern software technologies. On completion, students will be well-equipped with both basic and advance knowledge in computer science, and are better prepared to launch their career in IT industry and/or to pursue postgraduate studies in Computer Science.
Offering Faculty/ Department/ School/Institute Division of Computer Science


Pre-requisite requirements and/or other conditions for declaring the major/minor Level 3 or above in Mathematics in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, or equivalent
Career opportunities Computer Science graduates work as IT professionals in different sectors of the society, say banking & finance, the government, education, IT & telecommunication, etc. The problem solving skills and analytical abilities that they have developed during their study proved to be very valuable in many areas of endeavour. For further information, please check with Division of Computer Science and CEDARS (Careers & Placement).
Further information https://www.cs.hku.hk/
Contact Dr. TW Chim
Email: twchim@cs.hku.hk
* Note: Students pursuing curricula with major / minor programme(s) must complete at least one major programme from their home Faculties upon graduation. Disclaimer: The information is provided by the Faculties/Schools as of August 2026 and is subject to change by respective units. Students are advised to consult their Faculty/School Office(s) in case of doubt.