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Faculty of Design and Environment
  1. Admission
  2. S6 Full time
  3. Degree
  4. Applied Science-Oriented Degree Programmes
  5. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information and Communications Technology
Self-financed Programmes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information and Communications Technology

Programme code DS125109

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2023. Application information for AY 2024/25 will be announced in early November 2023.
Duration of Study
Entry to Year 1: 4 Years
Entry to Year 3: 2 Years
Mode of Study
Full-time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
THEi

(Core modules would be conducted at THEi (Chai Wan) and some General Education (GE) modules at other campuses.)

Entrance Requirements
Entrance Requirements for Year 1:
Level 3 or above in the HKDSE English Language and Chinese Language; AND Level 2 or above in the HKDSE Mathematics, Liberal Studies and one Elective Subject; OR Equivalent*.
Remarks :
  1. A "Grade D or E" and a "Grade C or above" in an HKDSE Other Language subject (Category C subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" and "Level 3" respectively, and one Other Language subject can be counted for admission purpose.
  2. An "Attained", "Attained with Distinction (I)" and "Attained with Distinction (II)" in an HKDSE Applied Learning (ApL) subject (Category B subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2", "Level 3" and "Level 4" respectively, and a maximum of two ApL subjects (excluding ApL(C)) can be counted for admission purpose.  The results of relevant ApL subjects will be considered in the application for Degree programmes.  Relevant ApL subjects include : Computer Game and Animation Design, Magazine Editing and Production, New Media Communication Strategies, Computer Forensic Technology, Multimedia Entertainment Studies, Mobile and Online Apps Development, Internet of Everything Application, Constructing Smart Cities, Data Application for Business, Tech Basics.

*Upon completion of the Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate (DVB) Programmes, students can progress to degree programmes in VTC, subject to their BTEC and IGCSE results.

Entrance Requirements for Year 3:
Higher Diploma OR equivalent qualifications in a relevant area of study.
Remarks:
  1. Additional core modules may be required (with fee charged) for sub-degree graduates according to the educational background of individuals.
  2. All applicants are screened and selected by an Admission and Interview Panel. All interviews are conducted in English.
  3. For enquiry please contact Faculty of Design and Environment (Telephone No: 3890 8323).
Programme Aims
This programme aims to provide students with the conceptual and technological knowledge for data and software engineering as well as network development.  Emphasis is on integration of theoretical knowledge with practical skills on implementing applications.  Graduates will be able to apply proven principles and techniques to the development and support of computer systems.  A distinguishing feature of the programme is that it will enhance students' abilities and competence to meet the needs of the fast-growing information and communications technology industry in Hong Kong.
Career Prospects
Graduates will be employed as Software Developers, Network Engineers, Data Analysts, AI Engineers, Security Engineers, Game Software Developers, Mobile and Web Application Programmers, rising to challenging prospects such as ICT Project Managers, Data Scientists, Security Consultants/Managers, Game Software Technical Officers, Internetworking Administrators and other managerial positions.
Notes
Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.

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