{"id":34364,"date":"2023-06-05T07:22:37","date_gmt":"2023-06-04T23:22:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hkmu.edu.hk\/st\/?page_id=34364"},"modified":"2023-06-07T18:05:27","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T10:05:27","slug":"bscicn-bscicnh","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www-uat.hkmu.edu.hk\/st\/computing\/programmes\/part-time\/undergraduate\/3-credit-unit\/bscicn-bscicnh\/","title":{"rendered":"Bachelor of Science (BSCICN)\/ Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"34364\" class=\"elementor elementor-34364\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has_eae_slider wavo-column-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-dc28a62 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"dc28a62\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-feb0e5f\" data-id=\"feb0e5f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86d9ad5 bscicn-bscicnh elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"86d9ad5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking<br \/>(BSCICN)\/<br class=\"\" \/>Bachelor of Science With Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH)<\/h3><p><span class=\"label\">Distance Learning Mode<\/span> <span class=\" label\">Part-time<\/span><\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">This programme aims at producing graduates who are well versed with the principles and application of computing and networking.<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">Graduates will be equipped with the know-how to apply computing and networking technologies in business and industry leading to careers as computing and networking engineers, analysts, managers and consultants.<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">The Honours degree programme further equips graduates with in-depth understanding in important areas of computing programming and database systems, computer architectures, systems design, network management and programming.<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking, students will be able to:<\/p><ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ol style=\"list-style-type: lower-alpha;\"><li>Perform the work of a computing professional competently.<\/li><li>Utilize fundamental computing and mathematics principles to solve computing problems.<\/li><li>Design and develop computer networks.<\/li><li>Write programs with a high level programming language.<\/li><li>Apply, independently or collaboratively, software engineering methods for developing software to meet practical budgetary and operational constraints.<\/li><li>Demonstrate proficiency in language communication and information literacy.<\/li><li>Deal with current issues in computing by keeping abreast of professional knowledge and techniques in the global context.<\/li><li>Recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning.<\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol><p class=\"\">Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking, in addition to (a) &#8211; (h), students will also be able to:<\/p><ul><li>Discuss important issues in advanced areas in computing.<\/li><li>Apply knowledge and skills in important topics such as database systems, object-oriented programming, networking and switching technology, and network programming in developing computing solutions.<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"title\">Characteristics<\/div><ul class=\"content\"><li>Multi-exits for reaping your rewards quicker<\/li><li>Credit exemption allowing a shorter time to get a degree<\/li><li>Entry pathways for students with a computing Higher Diploma and Associate Degree to complete an ordinary degree with as few as 40 credits.<\/li><li>Distance learning study mode allowing greater flexibility in studying<\/li><li>Open education policy allowing admission of anyone 17 years of age and with a HK local address<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"title\">Programme Structure<\/div><p><strong>Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (BSCICN)<\/strong><\/p><p>To be eligible for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking, a student shall:<\/p><ul><li>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:<ul><li>18 credit-units from courses labelled FD in Table 1;<\/li><li>36 credit-units from courses labelled CD in Table 1;<\/li><li>6 credit-units from courses labelled D1 in Table 1;<\/li><li>12 credit-units from course labelled D2 in Table 1;<\/li><li>3 credit-units from any courses at 1000\/2000\/3000\/4000-level offered by the University;<\/li><li>6 credit-units of University English courses labelled UE in Table 1;<\/li><li>9 credit-units of University Core courses labelled UC in Table 1; and<\/li><li>attain the CGPA for graduation as prescribed in the Regulations for the Award of Undergraduate Degrees.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH)<\/strong><\/p><p>To be eligible for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing and Networking, a student shall:<\/p><ul><li>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:<ul><li>18 credit-units from courses labelled FD in Table 1;<\/li><li>36 credit-units from courses labelled CD in Table 1;<\/li><li>12 credit-units from course labelled D1 in Table 1;<\/li><li>24 credit-units from course labelled D2 in Table 1;<\/li><li>6 credit-units from course labelled D3 in Table 1;<\/li><li>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;<\/li><li>6 credit-units of University English courses labelled UE in Table 1;<\/li><li>9 credit-units of University Core courses labelled UC in Table 1; and<\/li><li>attain the CGPA for graduation as prescribed in the Regulations for the Award of Undergraduate Degrees.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"\"><i>The programme regulations and the courses on offer are subject to revisions.<\/i><\/p><p class=\"\"><i>Follow the requirements exactly. Email us for consultation.<\/i><\/p><p class=\"\">Table 1.<\/p><div><table width=\"100%\"><thead><tr class=\"tbhead\" style=\"background-color: #979998;\"><td>Course Code<\/td><td>Course Title<\/td><td>Credit-units<\/td><td>Course label<\/td><td class=\"term\">Earliest Term Available<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>IT 1010SED<\/td><td>Introduction to Information and Communications Technology<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>FD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IT 1230SED<\/td><td>Introduction to Internet Services and Applications<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>FD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MATH 1210SED<\/td><td>A Foundation in Pure Mathematics<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>FD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 2010SED<\/td><td>Computing Fundamentals with Java<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 2120SED<\/td><td>Network Programming and Design<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 2580SED<\/td><td>Computer Programming and Problem Solving<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 2600SED<\/td><td>Computer Architecture and Operating Systems<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 4560SED<\/td><td>Software Engineering and Project Management<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ELEC 3320SED<\/td><td>Computer Networks<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>CD<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 3110SED<\/td><td>Advanced Java Programming and Mobile Application Development<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D1<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 3590SED<\/td><td>Relational Databases: Theory and Practice<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D1<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 4680SED<\/td><td>Networks and Distributed Systems<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D2<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 4910SED<\/td><td>Machine Learning and Applications<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D2<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ELEC 3240SED<\/td><td>Computers and Processors<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D2<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ELEC 4230SED<\/td><td>Information Theory and Digital Communications<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D2<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>COMP 4500SED<\/td><td>Applied Computing Project<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>D3<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"5\"><center><br \/>University Core Courses<\/center><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UNI 1001ABW<\/td><td>University Core Values<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>UC<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UNI 1011ABW<\/td><td>Social Responsibilities<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>UC<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UNI 2001BEW<\/td><td>Effective Communication and Teamwork<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>UC<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UNI 3001BEW<\/td><td>Entrepreneurial Mindset and Leadership for Sustainability<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>UC<\/td><td class=\"term\">2025 Spring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"5\"><center><br \/>University English Courses<\/center><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ENGL 1101AED<\/td><td>University English: Reading and Writing<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>UE<\/td><td class=\"term\">2023 Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ENGL 1202EED<\/td><td>University English: Listening and Speaking<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>UE<\/td><td class=\"term\">2024 Spring<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p class=\"\">Remarks:<\/p><p class=\"term\">* Students are required to take the course in\/after the mentioned academic year and term.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"title\">Admission Requirement<\/div><p class=\"\">Admission is open to anyone in Hong Kong over the age of 17.<\/p><div class=\"title\">Course Scheduling<\/div><p class=\"\">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.<\/p><p class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.hkmu.edu.hk\/dl\/courses\/\">https:\/\/admissions.hkmu.edu.hk\/dl\/courses\/<\/a><\/p><div class=\"title\">Credit Exemption<\/div><p class=\"\">Students with recognized qualifications such as Higher Diploma or Associate Degree may be granted credit exemption.<\/p><ul class=\"content\"><li>Holders of local recognized HD\/AD in computing should apply through the BSCICNH1\/BSCICN1 pathways. (link to be updated)<\/li><li>Holders of other qualifications including partially completed qualifications should apply through <a href=\"https:\/\/www-uat.hkmu.edu.hk\/st\/computing\/programmes\/part-time\/credit-exemption\/\">advanced standing<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bachelor of Science in Computing and Networking (BSCICN)\/ Bachelor of Science With Honours in Computing and Networking (BSCICNH) Distance Learning Mode Part-time This programme aims at producing graduates who are well versed with the principles and application of computing and networking. 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