Programme Aim

The programme aims at exposing you to the latest developments in computer and information technology, in addition to the theoretical aspects of both hardware and software. The primary goal is to produce engineers who possess the skills necessary for the design and implementation of computer, multimedia, Internet and mobile related systems. You will be prepared for employment in a wide range of economic sectors mainly in technology, but also in business, banking, finance, and trading in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region.

For students with Business Intelligence Minor, they will also be equipped with business knowledge in order to prepare them for employment in the business, banking and finance sectors. In particular, graduates will be able to apply statistical methods and quantitative tools to business planning and decision making.

Career Prospect

With the rapid development in computer technology and multimedia applications, students will find ample opportunities in both hardware and software development positions for IT products and services. Potential employers include computer product development companies, software and system solutions companies, banks, finance and insurance companies, and the Hong Kong Government. In view of this, the programme provides an optional ‘Business Intelligence Minor’ for students embarking on a career in the business sector.

A recent IDC Report on manpower survey shows that the Asia Pacific region will face a shortage of 221,000 IT professionals, leading to keen competition for qualified IT professionals. In China, where demand for IT networking skills is highest, the skill gap will amount to 192,300 in 2009. Hong Kong will be short of 2,800 engineers with networking background and advanced skills such as wireless, security and IP telephony.

A ZDNet Asia Special Report on Asia’s IT Employment Trends 2007 reveals that there is a soaring demand for qualified IT talents in Hong Kong. IT professionals in Hong Kong are the highest-paid amongst the seven Asian countries surveyed including India, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, with an average annual salary of HK$404,144. The report also shows that the demand for IT professionals within the banking sector is growing.

• Our Graduates
  
  Since its establishment in 1984, the Department has graduated over 6,000 students at different levels. They are able to excel in different sectors including government, education, industry and manufacturing, as well as commerce and business. Click here for Comments from Graduates.
  
  
• Job Nature of Graduates
  
  Computer Engineer/Design Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, Telecommunication Engineer, Software Engineer, Programmer, System Analyst / IT Support Analyst, Scientific Consultant / Technologist, Academic Researcher, Marketing and Sales Executive, etc.
  
  
• Employers of Graduates
  
  Airport, Science Park, HK Government (e.g. Police, Rating and Valuation), Argent Software, Epson, Mitsubishi, Reuters, SAE Magnetics, New World Telecomm., HSBC, Dah Sing Bank, Hong Yip Services, HK Jockey Club, Elec & Eltek International, Wing Lung Bank, EXEL HK, China Unicom, etc.
  
  
• Graduate Employment Survey 2008
  
  The survey shows that 92.4% of the BEngCE graduates were engaged before the cut-off date, with 90.9% in the job market and 1.5% in full-time postgraduate studies. Click here for details.