Bachelor of Computing (BCOMPU)/ Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH)

Bachelor of Computing (BCOMPU)/
Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH)

Distance Learning Mode Part-time

This programme aims at providing students with an all-rounded understanding and practical training in computing as an encompassing and dynamic discipline.

The BCOMPU programme provides students with the breath of understanding of theories and practices in the field of computing, while the honours programme further enhances students’ knowledge and skills in developing applications on and for the Internet.

On successful completion of the BCOMPU programme, students should be able to:

• Identify, formulate, and solve computing problems in a professional context
• Utilize computer programming for problem-solving
• Analyze critically the computing needs in various contexts in the society
• Design and develop computing solutions with techniques in relational databases, object-oriented programming, computing theories, and computer system design
• Apply, independently and collaboratively, software engineering methods for developing software systems to meet practical budgetary, operational, cultural and social constraints
• Demonstrate proficiency in language communication and information literacy
• Elaborate current issues in computing by keeping abreast of professional knowledge and techniques in the global context
• Recognize the need for life-long learning in the computing sector

In addition to the above, BCITH graduates should be able to:

• Utilize knowledge and skills of advanced areas in Internet Technology and demonstrate awareness of the important issues as a professional in the field
• Apply specialized knowledge and skills in Internet technologies for developing computing solutions for complex problems

• Multi-exits for reaping your rewards quicker
• Credit exemption allowing a shorter time to get a degree
• Entry pathways for students with a computing Higher Diploma and Associate Degree to complete an ordinary degree with as few as 33 credits
• Distance learning study mode allowing greater flexibility in studying
• Open education policy allowing admission of anyone 17 years of age and with a HK local address

Bachelor of Computing (BCOMPU)

To be eligible for the award of the Bachelor of Computing, a student shall:

• obtain 90 credit-units as prescribed below, of which no more than 30 credit-units shall be at 1000-level, and at least 24 credit-units shall be at 3000-level and/or 4000-level:
  • 18 credit-units from courses labelled FD in Table 1;
  • 42 credit-units from courses labelled CM and CD in Table 1;
  • 12 credit-units from course labelled EM or EL in Table 1;
  • 3 credit-units from any courses at 1000/2000/3000/4000-level offered by the University;
  • 6 credit-units of University English courses labelled UE in Table 1;
  • 9 credit-units of University Core courses labelled UC in Table 1; and
  • attain the CGPA for graduation as prescribed in the Regulations for the Award of Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology (BCITH)

To be eligible for the award of the Bachelor of Computing with Honours in Internet Technology, a student shall:

• obtain 120 credit-units as prescribed below, of which no more than 30 credit-units shall be at 1000-level, and at least 24 credit-units shall be at 3000-level and 24 credit-units at 4000-level:
  • 18 credit-units from courses labelled FD in Table 1;
  • 42 credit-units from courses labelled CM and CD in Table 1;
  • 36 credit-units from course labelled EM or EL in Table 1;
  • 9 credit-units from any courses at 1000/2000/3000/4000-level offered by the University with no more than 3 credit-units at 1000-level;
  • 6 credit-units of University English courses labelled UE in Table 1;
  • 9 credit-units of University Core courses labelled UC in Table 1; and
  • attain the CGPA for graduation as prescribed in the Regulations for the Award of Undergraduate Degrees

The programme regulations and the courses on offer are subject to revisions.

Follow the requirements exactly. Email us for consultation.

Table 1.

Admission is open to anyone in Hong Kong over the age of 17.

Most computing core courses are offered in the Autumn term, and a few are offered in the Spring term. Refer to the following links for the details.

https://admissions.hkmu.edu.hk/dl/courses/

Students with recognized qualifications such as Higher Diploma or Associate Degree may be granted credit exemption.

• Holders of local recognized HD/AD in computing should apply through the BCITH1/BCOMPU1 pathways. [link to be updated]
• Holders of other qualifications including partially completed qualifications should apply through advanced standing.