Bachelor of Science (BSCCN)/ Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCHCN)

Distance Learning Mode Part-time

This programme aims at producing graduates who are well versed with the principles and application of computing and networking.

Graduates will be equipped with the know-how to apply computing and networking technologies in business and industry leading to careers as computing and networking engineers, analysts, managers and consultants.

The Honours degree programme further equips graduates with in-depth understanding in important areas of computing programming and database systems, computer architectures, systems design, network management and programming.

Characteristics

Multi-exits for reaping your rewards quicker.
Credit exemption allowing a shorter time to get a degree.
Entry pathways for students with a computing Higher Diploma and Associate Degree to complete an ordinary degree with as few as 40 credits.
Distance learning study mode allowing greater flexibility in studying.
Open education policy allowing admission of anyone 17 years of age and with a HK local address.

Programme Structure

Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (BSCCN)

Complete at least 120 credits as follows:
- 20 credits from MATHS121 and any 10 credits from FE in Table 1.
- 60 credits from CD core in Table 1.
- 10 credits from D1 elective in Table 1.
- 10 credits from D2 elective in Table 1.
- 20 credits from any Foundation, Middle or Higher courses offered by the University (total credits from Foundation courses should not be more than 40 credits).

Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCHCN)

Complete at least 160 credits as follows:
- 20 credits from MATHS121 and any 10 credits from FE in Table 1.
- 80 credits from CH core in Table 1.
- 10 credits from COMP S411, COMP S491 or COMP S450
- 30 credits from ED or ED-C electives in Table 1.
- 20 credits from any Foundation, Middle or Higher courses offered by the University (total credits from Foundation courses should not be more than 40 credits).

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

Follow the requirements exactly. Email us for consultation.

Table 1. BSCHCN Course Table (Updated in July 2021) (currently offered courses only)

Code	Title	Credits	BSCCN	BSCHCN
MATH S121	A Foundation in Pure Mathematics	10	Core	Core
BUS B103	English and Communications for Business I	5	FE	FE
IT E150	Information Technology for Learning	5	FE	FE
IT S123	Introduction to Internet Services and Applications	10	FE	FE

ELEC S212	Network Programming and Design	10	CD	CH
COMP S201	Computing Fundamentals with Java	10	CD	CH
COMP S258	Computer Programming and Problem Solving	10	CD	CH
COMP S260	Computer Architecture and Operating Systems	10	CD	CH
ELEC S332	Computer Networks	10	CD	CH
COMP S356	Software Engineering and Project Management	10	CD	CH

COMP S311	Advanced Java Programming and Mobile Application Development	10	D1	CH
COMP S359	Relational Databases: Theory and Practice	10	D1	CH

COMP S491	Machine Learning and Applications	10	D2	ED-C
COMP S450*	Applied Computing Project	10	–	ED-C

COMP S368	Networks and Distributed Systems	10	D2	ED
ELEC S224	Computers and Processors	10	D2	ED
ELEC S323	Information Theory and Digital Communications	10	D2	ED
TC S319	Quality Management for Science and Technology	5	D2	ED
TC S409	Safety and Reliability for Science and Technology	5	D2	ED
BIS B322%	Networking Applications and Electronic Commerce	10	D2	ED
BIS B422%	Advanced Electronic Commerce	10	D2	ED

(*) COMPS450 registration requires a student to have completed 140 credits in the Honours BSCHCN programme.

(%) No longer be offered

Admission Requirement

Admission is open to anyone in Hong Kong over the age of 17.

Course Scheduling

Most computing core courses are offered in the Autumn term, and a few are offered in the Spring term. Refer to the following links for the details.

University’s Course Schedule List of Course Offer in the Coming Term

Credit Exemption

Students with recognized qualifications such as Higher Diploma or Associate Degree may be granted credit exemption.

Holders of local recognized HD/AD in computing should apply through the BSCHCN1/BSCCN1 pathways.
Holders of other qualifications including partially completed qualifications should apply through advanced standing.