Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Creative Media (BScCM)

This major produces creative media professionals proficient in computing technology. It combines core courses from the School of Creative Media and the Department of Computer Science to produce graduates who are able to bridge the gap between the technical and artistic sides of the media field. Students also gain a solid foundation in the creative processes, including video, sound, photography, storytelling, game design, animation, computer graphics, installation, and interactive digital media production. Graduates will be capable of using the latest computing and media technologies in the creation of various media including computer games, animation, special effects, sound, wireless and mobile media, internet application, virtual/augmented/mixed reality, and interactive installation.

Period of Study

• 4 years for students with recognised HKDSE or equivalent qualifications
• 3 years for students with GCEAL, IB or equivalent qualifications for admission to Advanced Standing I
• 2 years for AD/HD graduates for programmes recognized for admission to Advanced Standing II

Major Leader

• Prof ZHU Kening Ken, Associate Professor, BEng (Huazhong University of Science and Technology), PhD (National University of Singapore)

Deputy Major Leader

• Prof LAU Rynson W H, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, BSc (Kent), PhD (Cambridge)

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENT

• JUPAS
• Non-JUPAS (Local Applicants)
• International (Non-local Applicants)
• Mainland Applicants

DEGREE CURRICULUM

This major combines core courses offered by the Department of Computer Science and the School of Creative Media, providing students with a solid background in both areas. Students have the opportunity to mix with students in both academic units while developing teamwork skills and a true understanding of both fields.

• Computer Science courses include computer programming, data structures, data storage, networking, applied algorithms, software engineering, computer graphics, and AI game programming.
• Creative Media courses include contemporary and new media art, computer animation, computer games, visual communication, installation, interactivity, and creative media studio.

Graduation credit requirements

For students admitted in 2024 and thereafter

• Normative 4-year Degree: Minimum 120 Credit Units
  • Gateway Education: 30 credit units
  • School Requirement: 12 Credit Units
  • Major Core: 30 Credit Units
  • Major Elective: 30 Credit Units
  • Free Elective/Minor: 18 Credit Units
• Advanced Standing I: Minimum 93 Credit Units
  • Gateway Education: 21 credit units
  • School Requirement: 12 Credit Units
  • Major Core: 33 Credit Units
  • Major Elective: 27 Credit Units
• Advanced Standing II: Minimum 69 Credit Units
  • Gateway Education: 12 credit units
  • School Requirement: 6 Credit Units
  • Major Core: 24 Credit Units
  • Major Elective: 27 Credit Units

For students admitted in 2023 and before

• Refer to the curriculum of your Cohort for the sample study path and graduation requirements.

Works

• False Awakening: Jason TSE Man Fung (BScCM 2018) & WONG Yun Fung (BACM 2018)
• Pattern of lights: Dawn YIU & Fun YUEN (BScCM 2016)
• One Man Band: CHAN Ho Lai (2015 BScCM Graduate), OR Wai Yin (BScCM 2013 Cohort)
• Way Out: CHAN Ka-yik (BScCM 2015), NGAN King-yiu (BScCM 2015), SO Sin-ying (BScCM 2013)
• One Man Orchestra: Tsui Chun Kit (2014 BScCM Graduate), Law Chi Hei (2014 BScCM Graduate)
• Bulu Monster: Tam Yat Kan (2012 BScCM Graduate)
• HUSKYLAND: Chung Wai Lung David and Lam Hiu Kwan Carmen (2013 BScCM Graduates)

CAREER PROSPECTS

This major is ideal for students who have strong interests in both computing technologies and creative media. Our graduates are qualified to work in a wide range of digital media companies in areas such as computer animation, special effects, computer games, Internet-based and mobile media. Graduates become part of creative teams and contribute to both the technical and creative aspects of media projects. With a solid background in both technical and creative elements, our graduates are ideal candidates for future management positions.

Alumni

• David CHUNG & Carmen LAM, Animae Technologies
• Harsh AGRAWAL, Technical Artist, Industrial Light & Magic
• Chris CHENG & Vincent CHAN, JUICY APP
• Fiona Jiayue Yu, UI Designer, Blizzard Entertainment

TUITION FEE

Refer to the official university website for the most up-to-date tuition fee information.