Program Overview

Overview of the Computer and Data Engineering Major

The Computer and Data Engineering (CDE) major aims to provide students with a strong foundation and broad skills in core and related computer and data analysis technologies. The curriculum encompasses hardware and software design, multimedia technologies, data analytics and security, cloud computing systems, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

Major Aim

The major aims to equip students with knowledge in both theoretical and practical aspects of computer systems, preparing them for employment and postgraduate studies, as well as engaging in life-long learning.

Major Educational Objectives

The Major Educational Objectives of the CDE major are to:

• Provide graduates with a solid education in computer engineering and data engineering, enabling them to identify and solve related engineering problems.
• Equip graduates with the ability and vision to become independent life-long learners in the rapidly changing knowledge-based economy.
• Provide graduates with a solid educational foundation to pursue postgraduate studies in related engineering or their chosen field of interest.
• Enable graduates to communicate and lead effectively, working independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Prepare graduates with a broad-based education to work with high standards of ethical conduct and societal responsibilities.

Career Prospect

Given the rapid developments in computer technology and multimedia applications, graduates will find ample opportunities in IT products and services, and data services. Potential employers include computer product development companies, software and system solutions companies, banks, finance and insurance companies, and the Hong Kong SAR Government.

Our Graduates

• Premier Employers: Government and government-related organizations, engineering and technology companies, finance and banking institutions, and transportation and logistics companies.
• Job Nature of Graduates: Software Developer, Hardware Design Engineer, Systems Architect, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, AI Research Engineer, AI Solutions Architect, AI Product Manager, AI Consultant, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Business Intelligence Developer, Cloud Engineer, Cloud Architect, Cloud Security Specialist.

Professional Recognition

The major has been accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, one of the educational requirements for obtaining Charter status. Based on the Washington Accord, graduates will receive reciprocal recognition from equivalent bodies in Australia, Canada, China, Chinese Taipei, Costa Rica, Hong Kong-China, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Pakistan, Peru, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Graduate Employment Survey

The survey shows that 77% of the CE graduates were engaged before the cut-off date, with 61% in the job market and 16% in full-time postgraduate studies.

Last Updated

The information was last updated on 18 September 2025.