Interdisciplinary Programs

BSc in Integrative Systems and Design

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Duration

Jupas code (for HKDSE students)

JS5711

Application Choice(s)

(for international qualifications)

BSc in Integrative Systems and Design

Students who have developed clear interests in this program may apply and be admitted directly to this program.

One of the schools in HKUST

Students can get admitted to one of the following Schools first, and enroll in Integrative Systems and Design in their second year through Major Selection Exercise:
• School of Science
• School of Engineering (Enrolling in the program through the Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence [school-based admission choice] is desirable)
• School of Business and Management
• School of Humanities and Social Science

Overview

The BSc in Integrative Systems and Design program provides a multi-disciplinary training to students in integrative systems and design. Students acquire knowledge in design and systems thinking, specific technology and entrepreneurial spirit through learning-by-doing. The program adopts team-based and, project-based learning as the primary method of instruction. Students work on projects throughout their four years of study. These project courses represent an important component of ISD design-infused curriculum, which provides students opportunities to practice integration of design skills while developing expertise in different engineering disciplines.

The birth of disruptive innovations requires both cutting-edge science and engineering advancement and design skills. This creates a huge demand for innovators who can integrate know-hows that span different disciplines in a human-centered mindset.

Curriculum Focus
ISD students will be afforded many unique learning experiences in alignment with program goals of being interdisciplinary, learner-centric. The following program elements, by design, focus on developing students' ability in context-based problem solving and technical competencies.

Individualized Learning Pathway
Unlimited Access ISDworks! Makerspace
Cornerstone projects

Career Prospects

ISD graduates can enjoy a diverse range of career opportunities that train them to tackle real-world problems throughout the program. Some examples include:

Design engineers with the ability to apply design principle to create innovative engineering solution.
Technology consultants and analyst specializing in effectively understanding user needs and possessing design competencies beyond simple appreciation of design.
Product architect and manager leading multi-disciplinary team from product definition to deployment.
Entrepreneur with human-centered approach and deep technology insights.
Researchers in transdisciplinary research domain for integrative systems.

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Jupas

International Qualifications

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