Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Computer Science] From City University of Hong Kong

Through in-depth lectures and rigorous tutorials, laboratory work, projects and case studies, students will acquire a broad and thorough understanding of the theories and practical skills behind software design and development, software engineering, database systems, computer networks and information security. In addition, our study streams allow students to further specialize in different areas of expertise. The B.Sc. Computer Science includes a year long day-release industrial placement component that allows students to gain valuable real world work experience. Graduates can leverage this strong foundation to pursue technical as well as managerial positions in their career.

Upon successful completion of this Major, students should be able to:

• Apply relevant mathematics and engineering methods to computing;
• Use computer programming for problem solving;
• Identify problems, analyze requirements, formulate design and implement solutions that meet realistic constraints, such as costs, operational, social, cultural, ethical, environmental, health and safety;
• Use software engineering methods and tools for developing quality software solutions;
• Communicate and use language effectively;
• Develop projects effectively and independently;
• Apply specialized knowledge in selected area(s) of Computer Science;
• Reflect on the ethical, legal, securiy and social responsibilities required of professional citizens in a global society;
• Stay abreast of contemporary issues in computing and recognize the need for, and able to engage in life-long learning;
• Collaborate and function effectively in team work situations including multi-disciplinary team;
• Function effectively in an industrial environment and apply learned skills to real-world problems;
• Acquire inquisitive attitude and skill to enable creating an original discovery or design related to computing.