| Program Code | PREU 2506 |
| Program Period | July 20 – 24, 2026 (5 days) |
| Level of Study | S4 - S5 / Year 11 - 12 / Grade 10 - 11 |
| Accommodation | Optional - Residential Package (Aged ≥16) |
| Application Fee | HKD 250 |
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| Application Open | December 1, 2025 |
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Discover the exciting world of artificial intelligence (AI) in this interactive summer course designed for young learners. You will explore the history and core ideas behind AI, and see how it’s used in areas like computer vision, natural language processing, deep learning, robotics, healthcare, and even art. Learn how to identify AI challenges, develop creative solutions, and think about the ethical issues that come with AI technology.
Through real-world examples, hands-on exercises, and projects, you’ll gain practical skills and improve your critical thinking. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to analyze AI’s impact on society and design your own innovative AI project. Join us to uncover the power of AI and its role in shaping the future!
Focused Topic:
- Introduction of AI
- Developing an AI solution
- Computer Vision [Case Study: Medical Image Classification]
- Natural Language Processing [Case Study: Chat bots]
- AI in Robotics [Case Study: Self-driving cars]
- AI Ethics and Concerns
- Understand basic AI concepts and how AI systems utilize data.
- Identify current AI trends and comprehend how AI is transforming various industries.
- Use AI as a collaborative tool to enhance creativity and problem-solving skills, while developing adaptability in AI-driven environments.
- Recognize ethical risks and potential concerns associated with AI systems, along with the fundamental principles of responsible AI.
- Identify potential AI-related problems and propose preliminary AI solutions.
Dr. Cheung is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). He received his BEng and PhD degrees in Computer Science from HKUST in 2018 and 2025, respectively.
Dr. Cheung's research focuses on data-centric AI, particularly on automated data augmentation methods for machine learning and artificial intelligence in low-data regimes. He is also interested in developing innovative, data-efficient solutions that enhance the performance and scalability of AI systems.
#1 Participants must be 16 years old or older at the beginning of the program to be eligible for accommodation, which will be in shared rooms. If you are between 15 and 16 years old, we encourage you to submit your application so we can assess your situation and explore how we can assist you with accommodation arrangements.
Before submitting your application, please read the HKUST Pre‑University Program Notes carefully for details on entry requirements, fees, residential package, visa, attendance and other program guidelines.
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