Admission
Master of Science in Computer and Information Engineering (MScCIE)
Optional Exit Routes
- Business Management (BM) Option
- Industrial Research (IR) Option
Entrance Requirement
- possess a BSc or BEng degree in related disciplines such as Information Technology, Information Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics ( Preferably with a minor in computer science) and Applied Physics ( Preferably with a minor in computer science ). OR
- have obtained an equivalent qualification, or provided evidence of academic and professional attainments acceptable for this purpose to the University.
English Proficiency Requirements
Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution where the medium of instruction is NOT English should also fulfill the following minimum English proficiency requirement:
- a score of 79 (for tests taken prior to 21 January 2026) or 5 (for tests taken from 21 January 2026 onwards) (Internet-based Test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)@; or
- an overall band score of 6.5 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)@; or
- A score of 450 in band 6 in the Chinese mainland’s College English Test; or
- other equivalent qualifications.
@ TOEFL and IELTS scores are considered valid for two years. Applicants are required to provide their English test results obtained within the two years preceding the start of the University's application period. 'TOEFL iBT Home Edition', ‘TOEFL MyBest Score’, ‘IELTS Indicator’, ‘IELTS One Skill Retake’ and ‘IELTS Online’ are not acceptable. All TOEFL results must be sent directly by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) using CityUHK’s institution code 3401, while IELTS results must be sent via the IELTS Results Service e-delivery to 'City University of Hong Kong - Graduate School'.
Credit Unit Requirements, Duration and Tuition Fee
| MSCIE | MSCIE - BM Option | MSCIE - IR Option1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Programme Code | P59 | P59 | P59 |
| Credit units (CUs) required | 30 | 45 | 45 |
| Normal Duration | Full-time : 1 year Part-time/combined mode2: 2 years |
Full-time : 1.5 years Part-time/combined mode2: 3 years |
Full-time : 1.5 years |
| Maximum Period of Study | Full-time : 2.5 years Part-time/combined mode2 : 5 years |
Full-time : 3.5 years Part-time/combined mode2 : 7.5 years |
Full-time : 3.5 years |
| Fee per course (3 CUs) |
HK$25,800 ($8,600 per credit unit in 2026/27) | ||
| Total Programme Fee | HK$25,8000 | HK$387,000 | HK$387,000 |
Note 1: Only students taking full-time study mode can opt for Industrial Research (IR) Option.
Note 2:Combined mode: Local students taking programmes in combined mode can attend full-time (12-18 credit units per semester) or part-time (no more than 11 credit units per semester) study in different semesters without seeking approval from the University. For non-local students, they will be admitted to these programmes for either full-time or part-time studies. Non-local students must maintain the required credit load for their full-time or part-time studies and any changes will require approval from the University.
Semesters in 2027/28
| Semester | Start Dates |
|---|---|
| Semester A | 30 August 2027 |
| Semester B | 10 January 2028 |
| Summer Term | 5 June 2028 |
Application Period and Forms
Application for admission in September 2027 (Semester A): starting from early September 2026. Click here for application and programme details and deadline.
