PROGRAM OVERVIEW

International students undertaking this program will:

• Master the fundamental knowledge and theoretical principles underpinning computer science.

• Acquire knowledge and operating processes of core technologies and hardware; be made familiar with the latest frontier knowledge and emerging technologies in computer science.

• Be trained to develop their research skills, and the creative and practical application of research.

• Adopt professional, entrepreneurial, and international perspectives in the application of their computer science skills and knowledge.

• Acquire, through theory and practice, cross-cultural literacy and improved proficiency in English, and enhanced Chinese language skills.

MAIN COURSES

Core courses include:
Calculus, Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics, Chinese Language, Chinese Culture, Data Structure, Database, Advanced Language Program Design (C++), Operating System, Principles of Compiling, Computer Network, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence.

PROGRAM SPECIAL FEATURES

• Accredited as a National Brand Program and a Guangdong Province Brand Program.

• Access to in-University Practicum Teaching Centers, including:
  • SCUT–Tencent Guangdong Engineering Practicum Teaching Center
  • SCUT–Microsoft Guangdong Engineering Practicum Teaching Center
  • SCUT–Samsung Guangdong Engineering Practicum Teaching Center

• Offers entrepreneurship courses in IT Business.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates will possess the capabilities needed to work in industrial organizations, research departments, and computer hardware/software development organizations, and governmental departments. They will also be equipped to contribute in the areas of computing research, engineering development, and other related fields.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements.
It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.