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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics (AIDA) / Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IE)

Hongkong

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What will I learn?

Students are awarded one of the following degrees:

  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

BSc (Hons) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Physics x AIDA)

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is having a far-reaching impact on our lives, as it has led to developments in many areas, ranging from mobile apps, smart home systems and health-monitoring devices to industrial process optimisation. AI is intimately linked to physics in various ways, and seamless collaboration between physics and AI enables more accurate observations of the environment and more realistic formulation of solutions than is possible with other approaches. Physics principles can be used to optimise AI components, facilitate the development of critical workflows and parameters, and enhance the training of AI systems. Moreover, AI plays a pivotal role in modern physics research by rapidly screening potential solutions, thereby saving resources needed for experimental studies.

The Physics x AIDA programme is tailored to students who are interested in both physics and AI. With a strong emphasis on applications, the programme exposes students to both fundamental and applied physics topics in addition to the principal theories of AI. The fusion of these two disciplines throughout the curriculum enables students to consolidate their learning, providing them with a competitive edge in their future careers.

BSc (Hons) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Physics x IE)

The Physics x IE programme offers a diverse curriculum that covers fundamental and applied physics, innovation and business. A major highlight of this programme is the extended internship training in major technology enterprises or start-ups, which provides golden opportunities for students to become innovation leaders in Hong Kong. The programme is ideal for students with a strong entrepreneurial spirit who wish to join the next generation of physics innovators.

Career Prospects

BSc (Hons) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics

The booming AI industry has catalysed exponential growth in related businesses and sectors. With knowledge of science and AI and a highly flexible outlook, our graduates are highly sought-after by local and international companies in the trade.

BSc (Hons) in Physics with a Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Graduates of the programme are equipped with both science knowledge and business concepts and experiences. As physics is a major driver of innovation and entrepreneurship in the HKSAR, our students will be highly sought-after by enterprises in Hong Kong or the Greater Bay Area given their background in technological innovation.

Applicate Deadline: 02-June-2025

Majors

  • Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
HK$175,000.00 (18,98,954) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Application deadline

02/06/2025

More details

Start date

September 2025

Venue

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

ST305, 3/F, Ng Wing Hong Building,

Hung Hom,

Kowloon City, Hong Kong, Kowloon

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants attaining good results in Mathematics and/or Physics are preferred.

GCE A-level / International A-level: Grade B or above in 3 GCE A-Level / International A-Level subjects

International Baccalaureate (IB): IB Diploma with a total of 32 points or above out of 45

Applicants with good results in GCE A-level / International A-level or International Baccalaureate (IB) can be granted up to 25% credit transfer upon admission to the 4-year degree curriculum.

English Language Requirements

  • TOEFL: A score of 80 or above in the Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT), in one sitting
  • IELTS: An overall band score of 6.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Module
  • GCE / International AS or A-Level: Grade E or above in English/ English Language/ English Literature
  • GCE O-Level/ GCSE/ IGCSE: Grade C / Grade 4 or above in English / English Language / English Literature
  • Cambridge English Language Assessment: Grade C /Level C1 / 180 or above in Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
  • SAT: A score of 590 or above in Evidence-based Reading and Writing
  • ACT: A score of 23 or above in both English and Reading (in one sitting)
  • Advanced Placement (AP): A score of 4 or above in English Language and Composition; or A score of 4 or above in English Literature and Composition

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

PolyU ranks 65th in the QS World University Rankings and 79th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings internationally.

  • Recognised worldwide for its academic reputation
  • Enjoys impactful research practices in different fields
  • Boasts world-class facilities
  • Welcomes international students from over 30 countries

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