This Master of Science program focuses on the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, aiming to meet the market's demand for skilled AI practitioners. It is designed for both recent graduates and working professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in the rapidly evolving AI field. The program equips students with advanced skills and up-to-date knowledge in AI, preparing them to become the next generation of AI specialists in various application areas. Through coursework and a project, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI's fundamental principles and concepts, enabling them to design, deploy, evaluate, and manage AI systems ethically and legally.
Specific English proficiency requirements can be found on the HKUST Graduate School website.
Tuition fees are payable in two installments for full-time study and four installments for part-time study.
Applicants need a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. If your degree is in another discipline, you need at least two years of relevant work experience. Specific English proficiency requirements are available on the HKUST Graduate School website.
The tuition fee for international students is HK$400,000 for the Autumn 2026 intake. Tuition fees are payable in installments.
To graduate, students must complete 30 credits, which include 12 credits of core courses, 12 credits of electives, and a 6-credit compulsory graduation project. The project can only begin after completing all core courses.
The application deadlines are November 1, 2025 (First Round), January 1, 2026 (Second Round), and March 1, 2026 (Third Round). Early submission is recommended as applications are processed on a rolling basis.
Yes, the Hong Kong Future Talent Scholarship Scheme for Advanced Studies (FTSS) is available. To be considered for the 2026/27 academic year, applications must be submitted by February 28, 2026.