School of Engineering

Overview

World-Class Education

Our young, forward-looking university has one of the best schools of engineering in the world, with unfailingly high global rankings. Students learn from professors with Ph.D. degrees from first-class universities around the globe, who closely follow pedagogical developments to enhance their own teaching effectiveness. With its student-centric, whole-person approach and active career guidance, the School of Engineering (SENG) has achieved leadership in teaching in both established and emerging engineering fields. SENG is also globally renowned for its research excellence. 

 

International Professional Recognition

Our high standards have won us recognition from a range of local and international professional bodies. Our programs are not only accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers but also officially recognized by more than 20 countries under the Washington Accord. These countries span the globe and include Australia, Canada, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, the U.K., and the U.S. 

SENG programs related to IT and computing are also recognized under the Seoul Accord, with signatories including Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, the U.K., and the U.S. 

Engineering degrees obtained at HKUST are widely recognized, opening up a spectrum of international job and career prospects for graduates. 

 

The Engineering Curriculum

The undergraduate engineering program lasts for 4 years. Students joining the School of Engineering via school-based admission will follow the Engineering fundamentals during their first year of study. The Engineering fundamentals comprise basic science courses, language courses, computing course and the University Common Core. In addition to these fundamentals, students will also be exposed to the applications of AI tools to various engineering disciplines through a specially designed introductory course offered by the School.

Conversely, students who gain direct admission to a specific engineering department or program will have the opportunity to enroll in courses related to their engineering discipline during their first year, alongside the Engineering fundamentals.

This broad-based, student-centered program allows students to take additional major or minor programs or dual degree programs covering both engineering and non-engineering topics. Students with substantial credit transfer upon admissions may be able to graduate in fewer than 4 years. 

 

 

QS World University Rankings 2025
17
in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
No. 1 in Hong Kong
19
in Civil and Structural Engineering
No.3 in Hong Kong
29
in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
No.1 in Hong Kong
24
in Computer Science & Information Systems
No.2 in Hong Kong
42
in Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering
No.1 in Hong Kong
26
in Statistics and Operational Research
No.2 in Hong Kong
43
in Engineering and Technology
No.1 in Hong Kong
70
in Chemical Engineering
No.2 in Hong Kong
Career Prospects

The School of Engineering (SENG) nurtures skilled communicators, analytical and inventive researchers, and adaptable problem-solvers capable of continuous learning. With their logical thinking, analytical skills, and creativity, graduates can excel in various positions in a range of industries, or as entrepreneurs running their own businesses. The transferable skills nurtured at SENG also enable graduates to adapt to the continuously evolving working environment of today’s fast-changing world. 

Degree-holders can become qualified professional engineers as soon as 4 years after graduation. After obtaining a recognized degree, graduates need to undertake 2-3 years of formal training under Graduate Training Scheme “A” of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. Through this scheme, trainees learn through practical activities in their respective companies. Next, students need to gain 1-2 years of experience with responsibility. After these 4 years of training and experience, students can apply for Professional Assessment to become qualified professional engineers. 

HKUST engineering graduates are widely welcomed by employers in various sectors. Over 60% of our graduating class of 2023 had received more than one job offer at the time of graduation. While the majority of our graduates work in the engineering field and relevant industries, around 40% choose to embark on careers in the commerce and business sector, which also has a huge demand for engineering and IT talents. Those who decide to pursue further studies find themselves welcomed by programs at top universities around the world.

Admissions and Programs

From 2025 intake onwards, the School of Engineering adopts a dual track admission framework to provide more choices to cater for the needs of students with different academic aspirations:

(1) School-based Admission

The School of Engineering will continue to offer the school-based admission choice Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (JS5282).  Students admitted through school-based admission will be able to participate in major selection exercise through which they can enter one of the engineering departments, the BEng in Computer Engineering Program, or even one of the interdisciplinary programs that the School offers in collaboration with other Schools at HKUST.  Entrance to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering or the BEng in Computer Engineering Program through major selection, though possible, is subject to competition due to a tight quota.  Students with a keen interest in AI, computer science or computer engineering are encouraged to seek direct admission to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering or the BEng in Computer Engineering Program.  Similarly, due to limited quota in the BEng in Microelectronics and Integrated Circuits Program, students with a strong interest in this area are encouraged to apply for direct admission to the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering.

Students who are admitted to Engineering with Extended Major in AI (i.e. the school-based admission choice) are also required to drop the Extended Major in AI if they join the BEng in Computer Engineering Program, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, or the BSc in Data Science and Technology during their study at HKUST.

(2) Department-based Admission

Through department-based admission, students who have a confirmed interest in an engineering discipline can seek admission directly to an engineering department or the joint-department engineering program in Computer Engineering.  There are 7 department-based choices –

  • Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (JS5220)
  • Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (JS5230)
  • Department of Computer Science and Engineering (JS5240) *
  • Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering (JS5250)
  • Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics (JS5260)
  • Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (JS5270)
  • BEng in Computer Engineering Program (JS5212) *
    (jointly offered by the Department of Computer Science & Engineering and the Department of Electronic & Computer Engineering)

After spending one to a few semesters of study in the Department, students will declare a major within the department that they are admitted to.

With the exception of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and the BEng in Computer Engineering Program, students admitted through department-based admission will also be able to apply to opt in the Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence after the first year of study.

(* The BEng in Computer Engineering Program and all programs offered by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering do not go along with the Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence.)

School of Engineering Jointly offered by the School of Science, and School of Engineering Jointly offered by the School of Science, School of Engineering, and School of Business and Management Interdisciplinary Programs
School of Engineering
Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence
Chemical and Biological Engineering
BEng in Bioengineering
BEng in Chemical Engineering
BEng in Energy and Environmental Engineering
Civil and Environmental Engineering
BEng in Civil Engineering
BEng in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
BEng in Artificial Intelligence ^
BEng /BSc in Computer Science ^
Electronic and Computer Engineering
BEng in Electronic Engineering
BEng in Microelectronics and Integrated Circuits
Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics
BEng in Decision Analytics
BEng in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
BEng in Aerospace Engineering
BEng in Mechanical Engineering
BEng in Computer Engineering Program ^
Jointly offered by the School of Science, and School of Engineering
BSc in Data Science and Technology
Jointly offered by the School of Science, School of Engineering, and School of Business and Management
BSc in Risk Management and Business Intelligence
Interdisciplinary Programs
BEng/BSc and BBA Dual Degree Program in Technology & Management
BSc in Environmental Management and Technology
BSc in Individualized Interdisciplinary Major
BSc in Integrative Systems and Design

^ Programs that do not go with Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence starting from 2025 intake.

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“The education I received at HKUST was instrumental in the development of my academic career. In addition to a lively course curriculum that provided me with fundamental knowledge of chemical and environmental engineering, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to conduct research while still an undergraduate. I was introduced to the fascinating world of research and how chemical engineers can play a role in mitigating particulate matter pollution. My undergraduate research experience and the mentoring I received at HKUST prepared me well to pursue graduate studies at Caltech. In addition, I benefited tremendously from HKUST’s extensive exchange program. I undertook an exchange at the University of Minnesota in the U.S., which was a truly eye-opening experience. I learned about different cultures, was exposed to different ways of thinking, and became more independent. All of these opportunities and experiences provided by HKUST were invaluable and have contributed greatly to my career today.”
Nga Lee (Sally) NG
2002 BEng (Chemical and Environmental Engineering), 2004 and 2007 MS and PhD (Chemical Engineering), California Institute of Technology, USA
Associate Professor, School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
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