The industrial development of robots is an important indicator of a country's level of technological innovation, and it is also a strategic, fundamental, and pioneering industry that supports economic and social development and ensures national security. Additionally, robots are carriers of embodied intelligence, so they serve as a crucial force in driving technological revolutions and industrial transformations. The bachelor of engineering in robotics program is based on the demand of both national development strategies and industry requirements, addressing the opportunities and challenges in the field of robotics. By integrating the innovative talent cultivation models of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), we aim to establish a platform for deep interdisciplinary integration. Furthermore, we will explore new models for cultivating interdisciplinary undergraduates, and we will nurture a new generation of talents in the robotics field with a global perspective, innovation capabilities, and practical skills. These individuals will be qualified for scientific research, education and teaching, technology development, and engineering management in the robotics field, meeting the future societal demands for high-level professionals in robotics and related fields.

Any education background is acceptable

1.      Applicants must be citizens of a country or region other than China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) with a valid passport and comply with the relevant regulations set by Document No. 12 (2020) of the Ministry of Education of the PRC.

a)      If an applicant acquired his/her non-Chinese citizenship at birth and one or both of the applicant’s parents held Chinese citizenship (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) at the time of the applicant’s birth, the applicant must satisfy both of the following requirements:

 i.           The applicant must have held a valid foreign passport or certificate of nationality for at least four years (attained before April 30, 2021);

 ii.           During the last four years (between April 30, 2021 and April 30, 2025), the applicant must have lived outside of China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) for at least two years (subject to the applicant’s entry and exit records, if an applicant has stayed outside of China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) for nine months or longer period within one year, it shall be equivalent to one year).

b)      If an applicant was a citizen of China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) and has acquired foreign citizenship through an immigration process, the applicant must satisfy the following requirements:

i.           The applicant must have held a valid foreign passport or certificate of nationality for at least four years (attained before April 30, 2021);

ii.           The applicant must provide documentation of renunciation of his/her Chinese citizenship;

iii.           During the last four years (between April 30, 2021 and April 30, 2025), the applicant must have lived outside of China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) for at least two years (subject to the applicant’s entry and exit records, if an applicant has stayed outside of China (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) for nine months or longer period within one year, it shall be equivalent to one year).

In case of any dispute, the Chinese shall be the governing and prevailing version. Please refer to Document No. 12 (2020) of the Ministry of Education of the PRC via the link 教育部关于规范我高等学校接受国际学生有关工作的通知

2.      Applicants are expected to graduate from high school.

3.      Applicants shall not have criminal records, be in good physical and mental health, and be friendly to China.