Interdisciplinary Programs

BSc in Innovation, Design and Technology

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Duration

Jupas code (for HKDSE students)

JS5711

Application Choice(s)

(for international qualifications)

BSc in Innovation, Design and Technology

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 BSc in Innovation, Design and Technology in their second year through Major Selection Exercise:
• School of Science
• School of Engineering (Through School-based Admissions)
• School of Business and Management
• School of Humanities and Social Science

Overview

The BSc in Innovation, Design and Technology program provides a multi-disciplinary training to students in Innovation, design and technology. Students acquire knowledge in design and systems thinking, technology and entrepreneurship spirit through learning-by-doing. The program adopts team-based and project-based learning as primary method of instruction. Students work on projects throughout their four years of study. These project courses represent an important component of IDT design-infused curriculum, which provides students with 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
IDT students will be afforded many unique learning experiences in alignment with program's goals of being interdisciplinary and 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
Year-long projects

Career Prospects

IDT 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 principles to create innovative engineering solutions.
Technology consultants and analysts specializing in effectively understanding user needs and possessing design competencies beyond simple a appreciation of design.
Product architects and managers leading multi-disciplinary teams from product definition to deployment.
Entrepreneurs with a human-centered approach and deep technological insights.
Researchers in transdisciplinary research domains for integrative systems.

Program Website

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Jupas

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