Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence
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Program Overview
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence is a government-funded program with a normal duration of 4 years. The program code is 62435-FFT, and it requires a minimum of 120 academic credits plus WIE training credits for graduation.
Programme Leader(s)
- Programme Leader: Prof. WU Xiao-Ming, BSc, MSc, MPhil, PhD
- Deputy Programme Leader: Prof. CHENG Ran, BSc, PhD
Aims and Characteristics
Programme Aims
The program aims to cultivate financial technologists who can develop intelligent software applications and innovative finance solutions. It equips students with fundamental computing knowledge, a focus on AI, sound finance concepts, and strong intellectual and practical skills. This enables them to apply computing technologies in finance and related areas, adapting to the fast-changing technology, economic, and social environments.
Programme Characteristics
- An interdisciplinary curriculum covering software engineering, systems security, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptocurrency, crowdfunding, e-finance, big data, and other related areas.
- Minor option: students can apply to pursue a Minor study in any discipline.
- Students with backgrounds in Arts, Science, or Business can apply.
Programme Details
Entrance Requirements
Entrance year: September 2024
Curriculum
The curriculum is interdisciplinary, covering areas such as:
- Software engineering
- Systems security
- Artificial intelligence
- Machine learning
- Cryptocurrency
- Crowdfunding
- E-finance
- Big data
- Other related areas
Career Prospects
The program prepares students for careers in financial technology and artificial intelligence, enabling them to develop innovative solutions and apply computing technologies in finance and related areas.
Fast Track Integrated BSc and MSc Programme
Available for eligible students, providing an accelerated path to complete both the Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
