Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (through Pathway 1) (BSCICN1)

School of Science and Technology Computing Programmes Part-time Programmes Pathways 3 credit-unit Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (through Pathway 1) (BSCICN1)

Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (through Pathway 1) (BSCICN1)

Distance Learning Mode Part-time Credit Exemption

This programme is designed for holders of a recognized local Higher Diploma or Associate Degree in Computing to receive 60 credit-units of exemption towards the BSCICNH/BSCICN degrees.

Admission Requirement

A recognized local Higher Diploma or Associate Degree in Computing or a closely related area, in addition to general university’s requirements.

View Assessed Qualifications Recognized for Pathway Entry

Students with qualifications not listed above should consult the Computing Programme Team for other possibilities.

How to Apply?
  1. Contact the Computing Programme Team for an assessment of your qualification (or view the list in the previous section)
  2. Select suitable courses offered in the coming semester.
    1. Register these courses using Online Application.
    2. Indicate the “intended programme” to be BSCICN1 or BSCICNH1.
Programme Structure

Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (through Pathway 1) (BSCICN1)

To be eligible for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking through Pathway 1, a student shall:

  • obtain 33 credit-units as prescribed below, of which at least 24 credit-units shall be at least 3000-level and/or 4000-level:
    • 12 credit-units from courses labelled CD at 3000/4000-level in Table 1;
    • 6 credit-units from courses labelled D1 in Table 1;
    • 6 credit-units from courses labelled D2 in Table 1;
    • 9 credit-units of University Core courses labelled UC in Table 1; and
    • attain the CGPA for graduation as prescribed in the Regulations for the Award of Undergraduate Degrees.

The programme regulations and the courses on offer are subject to revisions.

Follow the requirements exactly. Email us for consultation.

Table 1.

Course CodeCourse TitleCredit-unitsCourse label 
COMP 4560SEDSoftware Engineering and Project Management6CD 
ELEC 3320SEDComputer Networks6CD 
COMP 3110SEDAdvanced Java Programming and Mobile Application Development6D1 
COMP 3590SEDRelational Databases: Theory and Practice6D1 
COMP 4680SEDNetworks and Distributed Systems6D2 
COMP 4910SEDMachine Learning and Applications6D2 
ELEC 3240SEDComputers and Processors6D2 
ELEC 4230SEDInformation Theory and Digital Communications6D2 
COMP 4500SEDApplied Computing Project6D3 

University Core Courses
UNI 1001ABWUniversity Core Values2UC 
UNI 1011ABWSocial Responsibilities1UC 
UNI 2001BEWEffective Communication and Teamwork3UC 
UNI 3001BEWEntrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership for Sustainability3UC 

 

Enquiries

Computing Team

Tel: 3120 2504

Email: cteam@hkmu.edu.hk

Jonathan Chiu
Marketing Director
3DP Technology Limited

Jonathan handles all external affairs include business development, patents write up and public relations. He is frequently interviewed by media and is considered a pioneer in 3D printing products.

Krutz Cheuk
Biomedical Engineer
Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital

After graduating from OUHK, Krutz obtained an M.Sc. in Engineering Management from CityU. He is now completing his second master degree, M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering, at CUHK. Krutz has a wide range of working experience. He has been with Siemens, VTech, and PCCW.

Hugo Leung
Software and Hardware Engineer
Innovation Team Company Limited

Hugo Leung Wai-yin, who graduated from his four-year programme in 2015, won the Best Paper Award for his ‘intelligent pill-dispenser’ design at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering’s International Conference on Consumer Electronics – China 2015.

The pill-dispenser alerts patients via sound and LED flashes to pre-set dosage and time intervals. Unlike units currently on the market, Hugo’s design connects to any mobile phone globally. In explaining how it works, he said: ‘There are three layers in the portable pillbox. The lowest level is a controller with various devices which can be connected to mobile phones in remote locations. Patients are alerted by a sound alarm and flashes. Should they fail to follow their prescribed regime, data can be sent via SMS to relatives and friends for follow up.’ The pill-dispenser has four medicine slots, plus a back-up with a LED alert, topped by a 500ml water bottle. It took Hugo three months of research and coding to complete his design, but he feels it was worth all his time and effort.

Hugo’s public examination results were disappointing and he was at a loss about his future before enrolling at the OUHK, which he now realizes was a major turning point in his life. He is grateful for the OUHK’s learning environment, its industry links and the positive guidance and encouragement from his teachers. The University is now exploring the commercial potential of his design with a pharmaceutical company. He hopes that this will benefit the elderly and chronically ill, as well as the society at large.

Soon after completing his studies, Hugo joined an automation technology company as an assistant engineer. He is responsible for the design and development of automation devices. The target is to minimize human labor and increase the quality of products. He is developing products which are used in various sections, including healthcare, manufacturing and consumer electronics.

Course Code Title Credits
  COMP S321F Advanced Database and Data Warehousing 5
  COMP S333F Advanced Programming and AI Algorithms 5
  COMP S351F Software Project Management 5
  COMP S362F Concurrent and Network Programming 5
  COMP S363F Distributed Systems and Parallel Computing 5
  COMP S382F Data Mining and Analytics 5
  COMP S390F Creative Programming for Games 5
  COMP S492F Machine Learning 5
  ELEC S305F Computer Networking 5
  ELEC S348F IOT Security 5
  ELEC S371F Digital Forensics 5
  ELEC S431F Blockchain Technologies 5
  ELEC S425F Computer and Network Security 5
 Course CodeTitleCredits
 ELEC S201FBasic Electronics5
 IT S290FHuman Computer Interaction & User Experience Design5
 STAT S251FStatistical Data Analysis5
 Course CodeTitleCredits
 COMPS333FAdvanced Programming and AI Algorithms5
 COMPS362FConcurrent and Network Programming5
 COMPS363FDistributed Systems and Parallel Computing5
 COMPS380FWeb Applications: Design and Development5
 COMPS381FServer-side Technologies and Cloud Computing5
 COMPS382FData Mining and Analytics5
 COMPS390FCreative Programming for Games5
 COMPS413FApplication Design and Development for Mobile Devices5
 COMPS492FMachine Learning5
 ELECS305FComputer Networking5
 ELECS363FAdvanced Computer Design5
 ELECS425FComputer and Network Security5