Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Studies (JS3214)
Entrance Year Sept 2025
Programme Code JS3214
Mode of Study Full-time
Normal Duration
4 years
Programme Intake 327 (Combined intake for programmes JS3004 [around 33], JS3211 [around 38], JS3791 [around 22], JS3789 [around 65], JS3214 [around 27], JS3739 [around 87], JS3375 [around 20] and JS3130 [around 35]) (JUPAS and Non-JUPAS)
Fund Type Government-Funded
Credits Required for Graduation
122 (plus 2 training credits)
Programme Leader(s)
Award Coordinator
Ar. Dr Tris Kee
Registered Architect, Authorized Person (Architect), HKIA, HKIDA, HKICON, HKAC, PhD, M. Arch, B. Arch
Remarks
The programme will be co-hosted by the School of Design and the Department of Building and Real Estate.
Two Ng Wing Hong Entry Scholarships will be available for applicants to this programme with outstanding performance in the HKDSE. (to be confirmed)
Aims and Characteristics
All admitted students will embark on a Common Year One curriculum. Towards the end of year one, students can decide whether to continue with their initial choice or switch to another choice within the Faculty. Those who wish to change to another choice need to join a competitive process through a ranking assessment, which considers a combination of entrance qualification score, Year One GPA, and interview performance.
Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes
The programme will aim to produce architecture graduates who are capable of adopting advanced technologies and innovations in practice to support the growth of the construction industry. The proposed programme objectives will be to provide quality education to familiarise architecture students with the latest advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) related to architecture, construction, building materials and building services to respond to the challenges of sustainable development in the built environment. The uniqueness of this programme lies in its integration of knowledge and analytical tools, digital skills and transferable skills with design capabilities for the needs of the architectural profession. Students will be able to cultivate critical thinking and a research spirit in architectural design and problem-solving skills, adopting advanced technologies and innovation.
Programme Characteristics
The programme will be co-hosted by the Department of Building and Real Estate and the School of Design at the University.
The curriculum will include advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) in architecture, data analytics, 3D printing, Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE), Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) and Building Information Modelling (BIM). These technologies will be embedded in relevant technical subjects of the programme and the Architecture and Spatial Design Studios.
Practical training/internship (Work-Integrated Education) will be a compulsory element of the curriculum. Students usually complete their internship during the summer period.
The Department maintains a mentorship scheme in which students are paired with senior figures in the construction and real estate industry to gain insights into professional practice.
The Department also operates a student exchange programme to provide students with opportunities to study abroad for one academic semester at Universities in the UK, US, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Taiwan and mainland China.
