The BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering program at City University of Hong Kong offers a comprehensive education in the latest developments of the field. Led by expert faculty, our hands-on program covers topics such as wireless communications and data technology, microwave, terahertz and optical technologies, photonic, electronic, and sensor devices, and smart control and electrical power systems.

The program provides students with a sloid foundation in electronic and electrical engineering fundamentals while exposing them to the latest trends and developments. This prepares students for success in a rapidly evolving industry.

Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities. They can work in telecommunications, circuits and devices, energy and power, robotics, signal processing, designing and developing advanced electronic systems, and engaging in cutting-edge research projects. Others may choose to pursue higher degrees.

Entrance Requirements for Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and have studied an engineering-related or a science-related discipline at a high school or post-secondary institution.

For senior-year (Advanced Standing II) admission, applicants are normally expected to have completed an Associate Degree/Higher Diploma with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of ≥3.0 or an equivalent overall mark, or a credit award in an engineering-related or science-related discipline.

For details of the programme curriculum structure, please visit the ‘Undergraduate Catalogue’.

This major aims to provide students with a solid education in advanced electronic and electrical technologies. Students will be exposed to the latest developments in:

         1. Wireless communications & data technology
         2. Microwave, terahertz & optical technologies
         3. Photonic, electronic, & sensor devices
         4. Smart control & electrical power systems
         5. Bioelectronics & bioinformatics
Our programme will transform students into well-trained professional engineers, ready to thrive in a rapidly changing, knowledge-based economy. Throughout their training, students will be equipped with the skills, vision, and opportunities needed to advance in their career paths.

科技發展一日千里，隨著各類電子產品及機電建設的迅速發展，香港特區政府已將「第五代流動技術」和「智慧城市」定為其中兩個重點支持項目。本課程旨在為電子、通訊、機電及能源工程業培育專業工程師，學生將具備專業技術和視野，並能設計及應用不同電子、通訊、機電及能源系統，迎接新科技帶來的挑戰。內容主要教授電子及通訊科技知識，重點有(1) 無線通訊及數據技術；(2) 微波，太赫兹與光學科技；(3) 光電子及電子器件、感應器；(4) 智能管理及電機能源系統；及 (5) 生物電子及生物信息技術。

First-year core courses are introductory courses in electronics and electrical engineering. These courses aim to provide students with a solid background for more advanced courses in later years. They are supplemented with plenty of hands-on experience to teach students concepts and skills in analog circuits, digital circuits, and software programming. Upon completing these basic courses, students will advance to learn more complex subjects in their second and final years.

Core subjects include Principles of Communications, Logic Circuit Design, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Signals and Systems, Microcomputer Systems, Computer Programming, Systems and Control, Introduction to Electric Power Systems, Introduction to Electric Machines and Drives, and Applied Electromagnetics. Most core courses are supported by relevant laboratory work. Additionally, students will participate in a second-year “design project course” that offers opportunities to solve real-life problems and applications in an interdisciplinary and teamwork setting.

In the final year, students will choose technical electives that covering various specialized subject areas. Examples include Microwave Circuits for 5G Wireless Product Design, Fundamentals of Antenna Design, Mobile Data Networks, Optical Fibre Communications, Introduction to Integrated Photonics, Sustainable Energy Systems, Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, and Data Engineering and Learning Systems. Students will also work independently on their Final Year Project, solving high-level technological problems. Those who wish to gain work experience before graduation may apply for the Professional Internship Program in their final year.

To maintain Hong Kong's competitiveness, the government has taken steps to boost technology-based, high-value-added services and industries. Electronic and electrical technologies are among the areas identified for focused support. Even in the banking, finance and business sectors, personnel with a solid background in technology are in great demand in this increasingly complex technological age.

Placement Schemes

In collaboration with industry, the Department aims to equip students early with real work experience before graduation through different placement schemes. We have Professional Internship Programme (PIP) of different durations (one-semester/two-semester/one-year), and two local and overseas summer placement opportunities namely Industrial Attachment Scheme (IAS) and Overseas Internship Scheme (OIS).
 

International Exchange and Summer Exchange Programme

Uplifting students' global outreach and international competitiveness through student exchange is one of the Department's goals. Since 2015, around 380 students have been sent out to top universities in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, mainland China, Netherlands, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the UK and the USA for semester-long exchange and summer exchange. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the exchange programmes have been affected for years.  
 

Student Learning Support Scheme

Student learning is always the Department's top priority, facilitated by the long-established Student Tutoring Scheme. The scheme aims to nurture good learning skills in our students, particularly during their first and second year with EE. Outstanding senior year students are selected to coach students on their studies through in-class or out-of-classroom support. The Scheme has successfully created a positive learning ambience among peers and has been well received among students.  

Every year, some 60 scholarships worth over HK$ 1 million are granted to students of the Department of Electrical Engineering. Click here for more information.

Over the years, CityUHK Electrical Engineering students have won many top prizes in various international, regional and local competitions and award schemes. Click here for more information.

This Department offers four majors in Computer and Data Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Information Engineering, and Microelectronics Engineering. All the long-established majors have been accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), while the design of Microelectronics Engineering curriculum is intended to obtain accreditation by HKIE. Based on the Washington Accord, graduates will receive reciprocal recognition from equivalent bodies in Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, Chinese Taipei, Costa Rica, Hong Kong-China, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Turkey, the UK and the US.

Largest EE department among local universities with 46 professors.

Ranked 20th worldwide and 1st in Hong Kong by subject in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings 2023); 11th worldwide and 1st in Hong Kong by subject in Electrical Engineering (Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities, National Taiwan University Ranking 2023).

Six EE professors have been awarded the Teaching Excellence Award for eight times by the University.

A caring department emphasizing students' well-roundedness apart from their technical know-how through ample co-curricular activities.

Offering four undergraduate programmes, two taught master's programmes and two research degree programmes (currently around 1,400 students in total).

With the support from the Ministry of Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory of Terahertz and Millimeter Waves established in 2008 is the first such laboratory in engineering discipline in Hong Kong.

Laboratory space about 5,000 sq. meters.

Undergraduate Catalogue
Department of Electrical Engineering (EE)
College of Engineering
Graduate Employment Statistics
EE Student Achievements
Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
Washington Accord

Environmental engineering is concerned with the solution of environmental problems. Examples include:

• Air pollution
• Marine pollution
• Water treatment
• Waste and recycling
• Sustainability

Nowadays environmental engineering is becoming increasingly important. With the challenges posed by urbanisation and climate change, environmental engineers are needed to safeguard human health, protect the environment and help build a sustainable society. Environmental engineering is an exciting and rewarding career for young people who want to use their technical skills to improve society.

Environmental engineering is extremely diverse and attracts people with different interests and talents.  Specific problems may require specialised knowledge of biology, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering. Environmental engineers may work in the field, laboratory or office.

Entrance Requirements for Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and the following major-specific entrance requirements:

• Good grades in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at a high school or post-secondary institution

For details of the programme's curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

The EVE major aims to provide professional education to train students to be knowledgeable in environmental science and engineering so that they can work as environmental professionals contributing to improved environmental performance and sustainability. The programme objectives are:

• to provide students with broad-based knowledge and fundamentals of environmental science and engineering with three streams, namely environmental technology, sustainability and environmental management, and environmental science;

• to produce graduates who can perform competently as environmental professionals, scientists and engineers in commercial, industrial and non-governmental organisations, civil services and educational institutions;

• to produce graduates that are aware of global, societal, ethical and professional issues and responsibilities in the practice of environmental science and engineering and make contributions to the betterment of the society; and

• to nurture students’ ability to engage in life-long learning and professional development.

To prepare students for their future careers, the EVE major comprises courses in science, engineering, and environmental applications. Students will study air pollution, wastewater treatment and water resources, among other topics, as well as experimental and computational techniques. Since environmental problems cannot be considered in isolation, students will also be trained in sustainability, environmental management and environmental impact assessment.

Integrated Enrichment Programme comprises a wide range of co-curricular activities and training that are tailored for SEE undergraduate students. Through the Programme, students will be exposed to not only summer programme and regular student exchange, but also industry-ready internship, professional training in leadership, presentation skills, business etiquette, business communication, and so on. The series of co-curricular activities organized by SEE every year aims to equip our students to be all-round professionals who possess skillsets highly sought after by the job market.

• ITC STEM Internship Scheme
• Industry Ready Programme
• Student Exchange & Overseas Summer Programme
• Industrial Mentorship Programme
• Career Aspiration & Development: Talks and Training
• Student Chapter

For details, please visit our page at:   
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/see/student-life-and-learning/integrated-enrichment-programme

Since Hong Kong is a small but densely populated place with an advanced economy, we are facing many pressing environmental challenges. Our EVE graduates are now pursuing careers in monitoring or mitigating environmental pollution for government departments, developing new technologies for engineering firms, and advising companies on sustainable practices. They enjoy a wide range of career opportunities in various units such as government departments, NGOs, secondary schools and private companies:

• Energy engineers in the following types of companies: utility (electricity and gas), energy services, environmental consulting, environmental engineering, transport (mass transit, buses, ferries, ocean-going vessels, airlines, aircraft services), government departments, etc.

• Environmental/sustainability engineers  in corporations, property management companies, real-estate developers, and construction, manufacturing and transportation industries, etc.

• Professionals in companies/institutes involved in researching, developing, manufacturing and/or selling products related to energy generation, storage, efficiency and conservation, and environmental technology to prevent, control, treat and remediate environmental pollution

• Financial analysts and investors in financial institutions with business in energy and environmental investments and/or loans 

• Consultants in non-government organisations with activities related to energy and the environment

• Secondary school teachers responsible for science curriculum

Some of our graduates also pursue advanced degrees in related areas.

Our undergraduate programme, Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (EVE), is accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).  The EVE programme meets the academic requirement for HKIE Corporate Membership in the environmental discipline.  Additionally, our EVE students may choose to enrol in optional electives if they are interested in being a HKIE member in the Building Services (BSS) discipline.

The HKIE has agreements for reciprocal recognition of professional qualifications with engineering authorities in Australia, Canada, Ireland, the Mainland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and agreements of co-operation with other organisations in Europe, the Mainland, North America and Southeast Asia.

School of Energy and Environment 
Undergraduate Catalogue   
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents 
CityUHK Talents Programme

Energy engineering addresses the pressing energy issues and the associated environmental problems in the modern society. The ever-increasing energy demand and dependence of fossil fuels has led to challenges like energy security, pollution and climate change. Energy engineering transcends the boundaries of traditional engineering disciplines to address these intricate issues with innovative solutions.

Key areas in energy engineering include:

• Energy management and efficiency
• Renewable energy
• Energy storage and distribution
• Energy-related pollution control and treatment

Energy engineering is extremely diverse and attracts people with different interests and talents. Specific problems may require specialised knowledge of materials science, electrical engineering, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Entrance Requirements for Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and the following major-specific entrance requirements:

• Good grades in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at a high school or post-secondary institution

For details of the programme's curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

The ESE major aims to create a new generation of intellects/graduates capable of discovering and providing innovative solutions to the intricate issues of energy crisis, renewable energy, global warming, climate change and pollution. Such holistic education breaking down the barriers associated with traditional schools of knowledge is required to address our future energy security and its associated environmental issues, both locally and globally.

To prepare students for their future careers, the ESE major comprises courses in science, engineering, and energy applications. Students will study topics like energy efficiency in buildings, renewable energy technology, energy storage and distribution, as well as experimental and computational techniques. Since energy issues and the energy-related environmental problems cannot be considered in isolation, students will also be trained in economics, policy, pollution treatment and environmental impact assessment.

Integrated Enrichment Programme comprises a wide range of co-curricular activities and training that are tailored for SEE undergraduate students. Through the Programme, students will be exposed to not only summer programme and regular student exchange, but also industry-ready internship, professional training in leadership, presentation skills, business etiquette, business communication, and so on. The series of co-curricular activities organized by SEE every year aims to equip our students to be all-round professionals who possess skillsets highly sought after by the job market.

• ITC STEM Internship Scheme
• Industry Ready Programme
• Student Exchange & Overseas Summer Programme
• Industrial Mentorship Programme
• Career Aspiration & Development: Talks and Training
• Student Chapter

For details, please visit our page at:  
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/see/student-life-and-learning/integrated-enrichment-programme

Due to substantial energy utilization and the accompanying environmental problems, energy engineering is a fast-growing discipline in Hong Kong. Our ESE graduates are now pursuing careers in energy management in buildings, power generation, green technology development and consultancy on energy and environmental issues. They enjoy a wide range of career opportunities in various units such as government departments, NGOs, secondary schools and private companies:

• Energy engineers in the following types of companies: utility (electricity and gas), energy services, environmental consulting, environmental engineering, transport (mass transit, buses, ferries, ocean-going vessels, airlines, aircraft services), government departments, etc.

• Environmental/sustainability engineers  in corporations, property management companies, real-estate developers, and construction, manufacturing and transportation industries, etc.

• Professionals in companies/institutes involved in researching, developing, manufacturing and/or selling products related to energy generation, storage, efficiency and conservation, and environmental technology to prevent, control, treat and remediate environmental pollution

• Financial analysts and investors in financial institutions with business in energy and environmental investments and/or loans

• Consultants in non-government organisations with activities related to energy and the environment

• Secondary school teachers responsible for science curriculum

Some of our graduates also pursue advanced degrees in related areas.

Our undergraduate programme, Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (ESE), is accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).  The ESE programme meets the academic requirement for HKIE Corporate Membership in both the energy and environmental disciplines.  Additionally, our ESE students may choose to enrol in optional electives if they are interested in being a HKIE member in the Building Services (BSS) discipline.

The HKIE has agreements for reciprocal recognition of professional qualifications with engineering authorities in Australia, Canada, Ireland, the Mainland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and agreements of co-operation with other organisations in Europe, the Mainland, North America and Southeast Asia.

School of Energy and Environment
Undergraduate Catalogue  
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents
CityUHK Talents Programme

Entrance Requirements for Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and the following major-specific entrance requirements:

level 5 or above in HKDSE English Language 
OR 
grade C or above in GCEAL/IAL English Literature 
OR 
grade B or above in GCEOL/GCSE English Language 
OR 
score of 102 (internet-based test) in TOEFL iBT Test
OR 
overall band score of 7 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 
OR 
other strong evidence of English proficiency

For senior-year (Advanced Standing II) admission, applicants are normally expected to have completed an Associate Degree/Higher Diploma with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of ≥3.0 or an equivalent overall mark, or a credit award.

Students can choose between two streams: 1) Language and Literature, or 2) English and Professional Communication. The programme structure consists of programme core courses (required by both streams), core courses for each stream and electives.

Through the programme core subjects, students are introduced to a range of topics and academic areas including applied linguistics, literary studies, professional communication, discourse analysis, language and digital media, cultural studies and creative writing. The stream core subjects provide a more specific engagement with relevant skills and topics while the elective courses allow students to strengthen and develop their areas of interest.

All students will choose to do either a Research Final Year Project or a Professional English Final Year Project as the capstone experience of their university education.

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

The programme adopts a global perspective on English and emphasises the importance of intercultural knowledge, effective communication, and critical thinking. Students are encouraged to take part in at least one overseas learning experience (e.g. English language immersion, student exchange or overseas internship) to improve their global awareness and enhance their English communication skills within diverse settings.

The programme provides students with hands-on workplace experience of using English and communication skills in real-world corporate and creative settings. The internship course is compulsory for all students and is designed to provide students with a chance to apply the theories and skills they have learnt in the classroom to real-world workplace situations. Previous host organisations include the equestrian events at the Beijing Olympic Games, Reader’s Digest, WorldVision, the Hong Kong Literary Festival, South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd., SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), and the American Women's Association.

Note:

BA English is a qualification recognised for exemption from the Language Proficiency Requirement (LPR) (English Language). For details, please visit EDB website.
 

Department of English
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityU Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

Explore electronics, electrical systems, computing, artificial intelligence, and beyond. Design the world's future - from smart devices to groundbreaking applications. Join us to be a technology trailblazer! For more information, please click here.

Applicants to this programme (admission code: 1205) will be considered for admission to first-year studies in the Department of Electrical Engineering. Students will enter a major (major options: Computer and Data Engineering; Electronic and Electrical Engineering; Information Engineering; Microelectronics Engineering) by the end of Semester B.

For students admitted in Semester A, the top 40% of students# will have a free choice of majors offered by the Department. The other 60% of students will be allocated a major within the Department, subject to the availability of places and the selection criteria set by individual majors.

# based on CGPA with no failed grades, completion of at least 30 credit units including College/Department required courses and no academic dishonesty record for the year

Applicants seeking advanced standing entry can submit an application for the following programmes:

• BEng Computer and Data Engineering (admission code: 1573A)
• BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering (admission code: 1585A)
• BEng Information Engineering (admission code: 1597A)
• BEng Microelectronics Engineering (admission code: 1703A)

CUs - credit units 

* Students will take EE2066 Engineers in Society in their final year of studies

The world today is interconnected via a myriad of communication channels that may be either wired or wireless and with ever increasing amounts of data. Whether you are walking in the streets or travelling on the bus, nearly everyone can be seen checking emails, viewing the latest news, interconnecting socially, or playing games. Everyone expects connectivity at any place and any time, but very few recognize the technologies used or the complexity involved in both the hardware and the software. The Department of Electrical Engineering offers majors that allow these technologies to function seamlessly across continents whether for work or for play. We offer four majors that have sufficient depth to prepare students to succeed in their technology-driven career path and beyond, and yet are broad enough to allow them to pursue other career paths. Most of the required courses in the first and second years are common to all four majors, covering mathematics, physics, electronics devices and circuits, computer programming, and information technology. These courses set a solid foundation to prepare students for their third and final years.  Strong links with industry have made our majors more applicable to Hong Kong. 

The department offers majors in:

• BEng Computer and Data Engineering
• BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• BEng Information Engineering
• BEng Microelectronics Engineering

Computer and Data Engineering major provides a strong foundation in computer systems, emphasizing data-driven technologies and AI. Covering software and hardware design, data science, machine learning, and IoT security, graduates gain proficiency in diverse areas including AI systems, data analytics, and cloud computing. This comprehensive skill set prepares students for various engineering roles, postgraduate studies, and lifelong learning in this rapidly evolving field.

本專業課程為電腦系統工程學習奠定堅實的基礎。課程涵蓋軟硬件設計、數據科學、機器學習和物聯網安全，使畢業生在人工智能系統、數據分析和雲計算等多個領域具備專業技能。這種全面的技能組合為學生在這個快速發展的領域中能勝任各種工程角色、研究生學習和終身學習作好準備。

Electronic and Electrical Engineering major provides students with a solid education in advanced electronic and electrical technologies. Students will be exposed to the latest developments in:

        1. Wireless communications & data technology
        2. Microwave, terahertz & optical technologies
        3. Photonic, electronic, & sensor devices
        4. Smart control & electrical power systems
        5. Bioelectronics & bioinformatics

Our programme will transform students into well-trained professional engineers, ready to thrive in a rapidly changing, knowledge-based economy. Throughout their training, students will be equipped with the skills, vision, and opportunities needed to advance in their career paths.

科技發展一日千里，隨著各類電子產品及機電建設的迅速發展，香港特區政府已將「第五代流動技術」和「智慧城市」定為其中兩個重點支持項目。本課程旨在為電子、通訊、機電及能源工程業培育專業工程師，學生將具備專業技術和視野，並能設計及應用不同電子、通訊、機電及能源系統，迎接新科技帶來的挑戰。內容主要教授電子及通訊科技知識，重點有(1) 無線通訊及數據技術；(2) 微波，太赫兹與光學科技；(3) 光電子及電子器件、感應器；(4) 智能管理及電機能源系統；及 (5) 生物電子及生物信息技術。

Information Engineering major equips students a balanced understanding of the theory and applications of information engineering, which encompasses networking and communications, algorithms and optimization, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and signal processing. It offers all-round education, which nurtures independent thinking, creativity, and various soft skills. Upon completion of the major, graduates will be sufficiently prepared for further studies or employment in a wide range of economic sectors, mainly technology, but also business, banking, finance and trading in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region.

資訊工程學工學士課程目標：培育專業資訊工程師，教授電腦及資訊科技知識，重點有網絡及通訊、算法及優化、網絡安全、人工智能、及訊號處理。

Microelectronics Engineering major provides students with sound knowledge of the fundamental principles involved in the design and fabrication of integrated circuits (ICs), and a comprehensive understanding of electronics and information technologies. The curriculum includes application specific IC (ASIC) design for novel applications, nanotechnologies for high-performance devices and microsystems, new designs and materials for ICs, digital processor, system-on-chip, wireless and optical communications, and embedded system design. Upon completion of the major, students will be sufficiently prepared for employment in various sectors of the microelectronics and electronics industry, and well equipped with fundamental knowledge for pursuing postgraduate studies.

微電子工程學工學士課程為學生提供有關集成電路（IC）設計和製造的基本原理，以及對電子和信息技術的全面理解。課程包括特定應用積體電路(ASIC) 設計、用於高性能設備和微系統的納米技術、用於IC的新設計和材料、數字電路處理器、單晶片系統、無線及光學通訊，以及嵌入式系統設計。完成專業後，學生將為微電子和電子行業各個領域的就業做好充分的準備，並具備攻讀研究生的基礎知識。

As part of the CityU Tiger Programme to attract high caliber students and inspire existing Year 1 students to raise their academic performance, EE Department introduces “Undergraduate plus Master's Degree Programmes”, where students will be awarded a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree together upon completion of their studies.

Normally, a Bachelor’s degree at CityU requires students to complete 120 credit units in 4 years, and a Master’s degree requires full-time students to complete 30 credit units in 1 year. Students in an “Undergraduate plus Master's Degree Programmes” will receive a conditional offer for a Master's degree programme when they join CityU as undergraduate students. They can be engaged in more advanced courses such as those with research elements taught normally at the postgraduate level, during their undergraduate studies. Upon completion of their studies in CityU, students will be awarded two degrees (Bachelor's degree + Master's degree).

Please refer here for details.

Placement Schemes

In collaboration with industry, the Department aims to equip students early with real work experience before graduation through different placement schemes. We have Professional Internship Programme (PIP) of different durations (one-semester/two-semester/one-year), and two local and overseas summer placement opportunities namely Industrial Attachment Scheme (IAS) and Overseas Internship Scheme (OIS).
 

Global Outreach

Uplifting students’ global outreach and international competitiveness through student exchange is one of the Department’s goals. Since 2015, around 380 students have been sent out to top universities in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, mainland China, Netherlands, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the UK and the USA for semester-long exchange and summer exchange. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the exchange programmes have been affected for years.
 

Student Tutoring Scheme

Student learning is always the Department's top priority, facilitated by the long-established Student Tutoring Scheme. The scheme aims to nurture good learning skills in our students, particularly during their first and second year with EE. Outstanding senior year students are selected to coach students on their studies through in-class or out-of-classroom support. The Scheme has successfully created a positive learning ambience among peers and has been well received among students.  

This Department offers four majors in Computer and Data Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Information Engineering, and Microelectronics Engineering. All the long-established majors have been accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), while the design of Microelectronics Engineering curriculum is intended to obtain accreditation by HKIE. Based on the Washington Accord, graduates will receive reciprocal recognition from equivalent bodies in Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, Chinese Taipei, Costa Rica, Hong Kong-China, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Turkey, the UK and the US.

Largest EE department among local universities with 46 professors.

Ranked 20th worldwide and 1st in Hong Kong by subject in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings 2023); 11th worldwide and 1st in Hong Kong by subject in Electrical Engineering (Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities, National Taiwan University Ranking 2023).

Six EE professors have been awarded the Teaching Excellence Award for eight times by the University.

A caring department emphasizing students' well-roundedness apart from their technical know-how through ample co-curricular activities.

Offering four undergraduate programmes, two taught master's programmes and two research degree programmes (currently around 1,400 students in total).

With the support from the Ministry of Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory of Terahertz and Millimeter Waves established in 2008 is the first such laboratory in engineering discipline in Hong Kong.

Laboratory space about 5,000 sq. meters.

Undergraduate Catalogue
Department of Electrical Engineering (EE)
College of Engineering
Graduate Employment Statistics
EE Student Achievements
Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
Washington Accord

• Computer and Data Engineering
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Information Engineering
• Microelectronics Engineering

The School of Energy and Environment (SEE) performs cutting-edge research and provides professional education in energy- and environment-related issues. The School is designed to tackle interactive relationship between energy and environment through the development of new scientific understanding and new technologies as well as the training of new professionals with broad knowledge in the areas of energy and environment.

We have a highly internationalised and experienced faculty from various countries specialising in atmospheric and climate science, biological science, chemistry, chemical engineering, energy economics, environmental engineering, environmental policy, mechanical engineering and materials science.  SEE endeavours to produce a new breed of engineers and professionals capable of solving energy and environmental problems.

We currently offer the following majors:

• Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering

Students start with a common year of foundation study. The content of our programmes covers a wide spectrum of areas, allowing students to explore knowledge in a number of environments. At the beginning of their studies, they develop a broad scientific foundation by studying courses in basic science, covering mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry and biology before they are guided through an in-depth exploration of environment and energy issues. Students declare their majors after completing the foundation courses in the first year.

Mission of the School

• Advancing research and development, fostering knowledge transfer in targeted themes of benefit to societal needs in energy, environment, and sustainability;

• Preparing leaders and practitioners to address environmental and energy needs in a rapidly decarbonizing world and build a sustainable future;

• Maintaining a collaborative and supportive atmosphere for students, faculty, alumni and other stakeholders in advancing our interdisciplinary research and educational objectives.

Applicants of this programme (admission code: 1051) will be considered for admission to first-year studies at the School of Energy and Environment. Students will enter a major (current major options: Energy Science and Engineering; Environmental Science and Engineering) after one year of study. The top 40% of students# will have a free choice of majors offered by the School. The other 60% of students will be allocated a major within the School, subject to the availability of places and the selection criteria set by individual majors.

# based on CGPA with no failed grades and completion of at least 30 credit units including School required courses

Applicants eligible for advanced standing entry may submit an application to the following programmes:

BEng Energy Science and Engineering (admission code: 1694A)
BEng Environmental Science and Engineering (admission code: 1702A)

For the full curriculum structure, please refer to the School website at the following links: 

• Major in Energy Science and Engineering
• Major in Environmental Science and Engineering

Integrated Enrichment Programme comprises a wide range of co-curricular activities and training that are tailored for SEE undergraduate students. Through the Programme, students will be exposed to not only summer programme and regular student exchange, but also industry-ready internship, professional training in leadership, presentation skills, business etiquette, business communication, and so on. The series of co-curricular activities organized by SEE every year aims to equip our students to be all-round professionals who possess skillsets highly sought after by the job market.

• ITC STEM Internship Scheme
• Industry Ready Programme
• Student Exchange & Overseas Summer Programme
• Industrial Mentorship Programme
• Career Aspiration & Development: Talks and Training
• Student Chapter

For details, please visit our page at: 
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/see/student-life-and-learning/integrated-enrichment-programme

Our undergraduate programmes, Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering (ESE) and Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering (EVE), are accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).  The ESE programme meets the academic requirement for HKIE Corporate Membership in both the energy and environmental disciplines while EVE programme in environmental discipline.  Additionally, ESE and EVE students may choose to enrol in optional electives if they are interested in being a HKIE member in the Building Services (BSS) discipline.

The HKIE has agreements for reciprocal recognition of professional qualifications with engineering authorities in Australia, Canada, Ireland, the Mainland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and agreements of co-operation with other organisations in Europe, the Mainland, North America and Southeast Asia.

Energy Science and Engineering
Environmental Science and Engineering

(The University reserves the right to make change to the major offerings)

School of Energy and Environment   
Undergraduate Catalogue   
Flexible Admission Arrangement   
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents   
CityUHK Talents Programme

BBA Business Economics provides solid training in economic strategies for improving business operations, government policies and economic forecasting. Students are open for a wide range of career options, e.g. corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor.

學習經濟策略以提升企業營運、政府政策及經濟預測

職業選擇廣泛 ：企業策略師、管理顧問、經濟學家、私人銀行家、投資顧問

與美國哥倫比亞大學及國立台灣大學合辦的雙聯學士學位課程安排

BBA Finance provides rigorous training in asset valuation, portfolio and risk management, derivative securities, global investment and quantitative method. The programme prepares you for key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

學習定性研究及定量研究的技巧與工具（例如：彭博、資產估值、投資組合及風險管理）以作金融及投資決定令你勝任企業（例如摩根大通集團、匯豐銀行、德意志銀行及瑞銀）及政府部門中的重要金融職位

1. BBA Business Economics programme offers you:   
    o Learn economic strategies for improving business operations, government policies and economic forecasting.   
    o Wide range of career options: corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor  

2. BBA Finance programme offers you:   
    o Learn qualitative and quantitative skills and tools (e.g. Bloomberg, asset valuation, portfolio and risk management) for making financial and investment decisions   
    o Prepare you for key financial management positions in business and government sectors (e.g. JP Morgan Chase, HSBC, Deutsche Bank, UBS  

3. College of Business is among the top four business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)  

4. Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)  

5. Opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Programs between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/), and between City University of Hong Kong and National Taiwan University (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ef/ug/programmes/NTU/)

Applicants to this programme (admission code: 1012) will be considered for admission to first-year studies at the Department of Economics and Finance. Students will enter a major (current major options: Business Economics; Finance) after one year of study. The top 40% of students# will have a free choice of majors offered by the Department. The other 60% of students will be allocated a major within the Department, subject to the availability of places and the selection criteria set by individual majors.

# based on CGPA with no failed grades and completion of at least 30 credit units including College/Department required courses

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the 'Undergraduate Catalogue'.

Graduates are ready to develop career as corporate strategist, management consultant, economist, private banker, investment advisor and key financial management positions in business and government sectors.

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Graduate Profile

Financial / Insurance : 50% 

Business Service / Real Estate : 30% 

Transport, Storage and Communications : 4%

Rotman International Trading Competition

The Rotman International Trading Competition (RITC) is an annual event that brings teams of students and their faculty advisors from universities worldwide to participate in a unique 3-day simulated market challenge at University of Toronto in Canada. Teams are invited to participate in various activities including electronic and outcry trading cases, seminars with industry practitioners, and social events with their fellow competitors from around the world. For more details, please visit http://ritc.rotman.utoronto.ca/

Inter-University Algo Trading Contest

The contest invites students from renowned universities in Hong Kong and Mainland China to create and test the algo trading strategies. It serves as an ideal platform to transfer industry knowledge and skills to university students. It was initiated with the vision to identify and nurture algo trading talents at top universities; create a platform to access real life trading; and provide top performers with potential career opportunities / startup capital. For more details, please visit http://algocontest.cashalgo.com/

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Young Scholars Programme

To nurture BBA students to become outstanding future leaders in the region/world, our Young Scholars Programme offers the following:

• overseas exposure during semester breaks, including study trips to renowned companies and universities;
• internship placements in multinational companies to be arranged locally or overseas;
• networking with top business students admitted locally and overseas;
• professional mentorships provided by professors and professional practitioners; and
• cultivation of social responsibility through community services and voluntary work.

Department of Economics and Finance
College of Business 
Undergraduate Catalogue
CityU Talents Programme 
CityU Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents