Curriculum

Curriculum Structure

First Major (BSc in Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics) + Second Major
Choose one from the participating majors offered by CUHK or CUHK(SZ)
Majors offered by CUHK
Earth and Environmental Sciences
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Earth and Environmental Sciences
The Earth and Environmental Sciences (EESC) major builds upon a rigorous, hands-on curriculum offered by the Faculty of Science. Students will develop a solid foundation in the scientific principles governing the Earth's systems, from its deep interior and oceans to its atmosphere and diverse ecosystems. The comprehensive programme emphasizes experiential learning through extensive field studies and laboratory work, covering critical areas such as geology and geophysics, atmospheric science, oceanography, environmental chemistry, and conservation biology. By completing this major, students will gain practical skills in environmental monitoring, data analysis, and understanding the impacts of global change and natural hazards. This deep scientific grounding in planetary processes perfectly complements the technological and spatial data focus of the Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics major, creating highly competitive career paths in environmental consulting, resource management, hazard mitigation, climate research, and further advanced studies.
Energy and Environmental Engineering
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Energy and Environmental Engineering
The Energy and Environmental Engineering major prepares students to tackle sustainability challenges in a rapidly changing world. Its curriculum explores the relationship between energy systems and the environment, fostering both technical expertise and holistic thinking. Supported by CUHK’s affiliated entities, this major promotes innovation for a greener future. The analytical and interdisciplinary skills developed by completing this major complement the Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics major, expanding opportunities for impactful careers and advanced study in emerging, interconnected fields.
Geography and Resource Management (in collaboration with the Institute of Space and Earth Information Science)
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Geography and Resource Management (in collaboration with the Institute of Space and Earth Information Science)
The Geography and Resource Management (GRMD) major leverages the distinguished, long-standing expertise of the Faculty of Social Science at the Hong Kong campus, in collaboration with the Institute of Space and Earth Information Science. Students will develop a robust foundation in understanding the complex interactions between human societies and the physical environment. The comprehensive curriculum covers critical areas such as geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, urban planning, sustainable development, and natural resource management. By completing this major, students will gain essential skills in spatial analysis, environmental assessment, and strategic planning. This strong grounding in human and environmental systems perfectly complements the technological and data-driven focus of the Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics major, creating unique career opportunities in environmental consulting, smart city development, resource planning, and advanced academic research.
Mechanical and Automation Engineering
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Mechanical and Automation Engineering
The Mechanical and Automation Engineering major provides a balanced curriculum of theory and practical work in mechanics, thermodynamics, design, manufacturing, mechatronics and robotics. Combining hands-on discovery with analytical thinking, they learn to develop creative solutions to engineering and everyday challenges. The interdisciplinary skills gained through this major complement the Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics major, broadening students’ academic and professional horizons in research, innovation and emerging technologies.
Physics
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Physics
The Physics major builds upon a rigorous curriculum, well-equipped teaching laboratories and a long-standing tradition in teaching excellence offered by the Department of Physics at Shatin campus. Students will develop a solid foundation in the scientific method and gain hands-on skills with various experimental techniques. By completing this major, students will appreciate the laws governing the universe. The enhanced analytical abilities acquired through this major will complement the Aerospace Science and Earth Informatics major, creating competitive career paths or opportunities for further studies.
Majors offered by CUHK(SZ)
Data Science and Big Data Technology (SZ)
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Data Science and Big Data Technology (SZ)
Data Science and Big Data Technology provides a systematic curriculum of data collection, management, analysis, decision-making and etc. on the basis of mathematics and statistics foundations. Its contents include operations research, machine learning, optimization, operation management, decision science and other related interdisciplinary fields. In addition to these basic knowledge, our major also cultivates students' ability to perform data analytics in a real environment through real case study and analysis of actual data.
Electrical and Computer Engineering (SZ)
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Electrical and Computer Engineering (SZ)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (SZ) is a major that equips students with foundational knowledge and advanced skills in electronic information and computer engineering. By integrating knowledge from multiple disciplines—including robotics, microelectronics, signal processing, communication networks, and control theory—the major fosters a comprehensive understanding of modern technologies. This interdisciplinary approach enables graduates to develop versatile skill sets, paving the way for diverse career opportunities in fields such as smart hardware, robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI).

At the forefront of technological innovation driven by AI, the ECE(SZ) major emphasizes two core areas: electronic information engineering, which focuses on building the underlying infrastructure for communication and computation, and computer engineering, which cultivates expertise in computer systems and AI applications. The major is designed to nurture innovative and entrepreneurial talents with a global perspective. Leveraging the thriving local industries in Internet, communications, integrated circuits (IC) and AI, students gain valuable opportunities to engage with industry professionals, stay abreast of industry trends, and develop entrepreneurial capabilities.
New Energy Science and Engineering
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New Energy Science and Engineering (SZ)
New Energy Science and Engineering is an innovative initiative at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen. It is designed to immerse students in the entire new energy industry chain through a meticulously structured curriculum. The NESE(SZ) major offers two key directions—New Energy Science and Intelligent Energy Engineering—covering a comprehensive range of subjects from photovoltaics, hydrogen energy, and lithium batteries to electric motors, power electronics, power systems, and energy economics. In addition, a suite of AI-related courses empowers students to explore the burgeoning field of AI+New Energy. With robust industrial partnerships with leading organizations such as State Grid, China Southern Power Grid, Huawei, and Tencent, the major provides students with ample opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects, internships, and real-world challenges. This forward-thinking blend of academic rigor and industry collaboration positions graduates at the forefront of innovation in the new energy landscape.
Physics
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Physics (SZ)
Physics (SZ) is designed to expose students to physics concepts and cutting-edge technologies in physics through a well-structured curriculum based on lab practices. In addition to solid academic training, the major benefits from Shenzhen's thriving tech industry, providing students with many opportunities to engage with industry through R&D projects, internships and real-world challenges. Furthermore, Physics (SZ) offers specialized courses that integrate core physics principles with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. By combining a forward-thinking curriculum and Shenzhen’s industrial dynamism, Physics (SZ] positions students at the forefront of innovation, where physics meets the future.
Urban Management
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Urban Management (SZ)
Urban Management is a dynamic and innovative interdisciplinary field that brings together geography, economics, data science, and public policy to address complexities of modern cities. As urban centers grow at an unprecedented pace worldwide, they create profound social, economic, and environmental impacts, presenting both challenges and opportunities. In China, rapid urbanization has sparked a pressing need for high-quality and sustainable urban development. This major equips students with the knowledge and skills to become versatile urban professionals, ready to tackle these critical issues head-on. Join us and prepare for a rewarding career in vibrant cities of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area and across mainland China. Be part of shaping the future of urban living!

Your journey to making cities smarter, greener, and more livable starts here.
Spend 2 years in CUHK and 2 years in CUHK(SZ)
Students can access a list of substitute/equivalent/alternative courses between CUHK and CUHK(SZ) to complete the required and elective courses on either campus, following a well-designed study pattern, to fulfill the graduation requirements of their home campus
Lists of Equivalence / Substitution of Courses between CUHK and CUHK(SZ) for students admitted by CUHK [for 2024-25] [for 2025-26]
Lists of Equivalence / Substitution of Courses between CUHK and CUHK(SZ) for students admitted by CUHK(SZ) [for 2024-25 & 2025-26]
Arrangements for fulfilment of the University Core Requirements for students admitted by CUHK and CUHK(SZ)
Receive the degree of the first major at the home campus upon completion of all degree requirements of the home campus
Both the first major and the second major will be printed on the transcript and degree certificate
Is it necessary for CUHK students to choose a second major that is offered by CUHK(SZ)?
Do students need to choose the second major at the point of admission?
If I study the ASEIDM programme, shall I earn a Bachelor degree from both universities?
Shall I be registered as a full-time student in both campuses and how much is the tuition fee?
How is the degree honour determined in ASEIDM?

Salient Features

A broader range of academic opportunities: ASEI equips students with knowledge and skills across boundaries with breadth, while the other major in a related discipline enables in-depth studies
Flexible course taking and valuable learning experience on two campuses (Hong Kong and Shenzhen)
Exposure to two major Greater Bay Area (GBA) cities, with credit-bearing experiential learning opportunities
An engaging and overlapping experience for the same cohort of students following a standard study pattern, augmenting students’ network-building capabilities
Gain full-time work experience with pay by joining Co-operative Education Programme
Strong and fruitful industry connections
Will it take me longer to graduate if I join the Co-op programme?

Career Prospects

The programme is ideally suited for students interested in pursuing a career in leading national organizations and multi-national enterprises committed to developing markets in GBA or Chinese Mainland.
Is accommodation arranged for me during the period of study?
Would I be able to join the College and its activities?
Would I be able to apply for scholarships?
Can I join exchange programmes offered in both campuses?
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