Urban Informatics and Smart Cities

Fast-track Integrated Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Programme

Programme Overview

The LSGI fast-track programme will be launched for Year 3 entry in the 2027/28 academic year, it provides a cost-effective option for high-achieving students to complete both undergraduate and postgraduate studies at an accelerated pace. By integrating these programmes, the fast-track option creates a seamless educational experience that accelerates student progression.

Students successfully admitted to the fast-track programme can take up to 9 credits of subjects from the TPg curriculum during their Ug studies, paying the TPg self-financed fees less the credits taken in their Ug programme. This integrated pathway is ideal for students aiming to leverage their urban informatics background in the rapidly evolving fields of smart city development and urban innovation.

Entry Path and Admission Requirements

Year 3 Entry

Attained a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.30 or above at the end of Semester Two of Year 2.

Normal Study Duration

Students enrolled in the Fast-track programme can normally complete both Ug and TPg programmes in full-time mode within 5 years. 

4 years for Ug + 1 year for TPg

Level 5 master’s degree subjects to be included in the Ug curriculum

Fast-track programme students can take up to 30% (i.e. up to 9 credits) of the credit requirement of the TPg curriculum from the following Level 5 subjects within their Ug curriculum to replace an undergraduate subject, and these credits will count towards the TPg programme award.

#The pre-requisites of LSGI4502 are applicable to students taking LSGI551 when pursuing the fast-track programme.

Maintain Enrollment in the Fast-track Programme/Programmes*

Students are required to maintain a CGPA of 3.30 or above to stay on the Fast-track programme.

Enquiries

For further programme information, please reach out to us through the channels listed below: