The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
JS4893
Data Science and Policy Studies 數據科學與政策研究
DSPS
Short Description
Data Science and Policy Studies is an interdisciplinary programme which integrates these two leading fields of knowledge and innovation. Students who would like to study in the Programme should have strong interest in both data science and policymaking. Data science is identified as the next frontier for innovation, competition and productivity; and policy studies seeks to transform knowledge and technologies into impactful solutions. Through our rigorous curriculum which includes internship, capstone project, and transformative overseas exchange experience, the Programme aims at training leaders, policymakers, analysts, and entrepreneurs. Our graduates would master the knowledge of data science to make technology-enabled and evidence-based policy decisions and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Remarks:
For details of the undergraduate curriculum, please click here.
Programme Website
Requirements
- Programme Entrance Requirements
- General Entrance Requirements
| Core Subjects | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGE | 3 |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| LIBERAL STUDIES | 2 |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 3 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| ANY 2 SUBJECTSNOTE | 3 |
| NOTE: The two subjects may include: | |
| (i) | 2 New Senior Secondary elective subjects; or |
| (ii) | 1 New Senior Secondary elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II. |
| REMARK: | |
| The programme accepts specific Applied Learning course(s) with "Attained with Distinction I/II" as an extra elective subject. Please refer to http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/adm/jupas/ApL2023 for details. | |
| Core Subjects | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGENote1 | 3 |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| LIBERAL STUDIES | 2 |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 2 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| ANY 2 SUBJECTSNote2 | 3 |
| Note 1: Applicants with very special circumstances may be granted waivers of this requirement on a case-by-case basis. For details, please click here. | ||
| Note 2: The two subjects may include: | ||
| (i) | 2 New Senior Secondary elective subjects#; or | |
| (ii) | 1 New Senior Secondary elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II. | |
| # | Other Language subjects (Grade E or above) will be considered as an unspecified elective subject in fulfilling (i) above. | |
| Note 3: "Attained with Distinction I/II" in Applied Learning subjects will be accepted by some programmes as an extra subject for awarding bonus points. For details, please click here. | ||
Calculation of scores for applicants with more than 1 sitting in HKDSE Examination
Most programmes offered by CUHK consider the best results in the same subject taken by a candidate in more than one sitting of HKDSE. Some programmes may have specific arrangements and the admission scores of candidates seeking admission on the strength of results from more than one sitting of HKDSE may be adjusted. Details of calculation of scores in more than one sitting of HKDSE for the 2023-24 entry will be finalised and posted at the admissions website (admission.cuhk.edu.hk).
First Year Tuition Fee
HK$ 42,100
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Statistics
Application Statistics (after Modification of Programme Choices)
| Year | Band A | Band B | Band C | Band D | Band E | Total |
| 2022 | 51 | 51 | 110 | 188 | 201 | 601 |
| 2021 | 56 | 62 | 150 | 243 | 207 | 718 |
| 2020 | 80 | 84 | 184 | 207 | 235 | 790 |
| 2019 | 113 | 85 | 149 | 180 | 168 | 695 |
Offer Statistics (as at the Announcement of the Main Round Offer Results)
| Year | Band A | Band B | Band C | Band D | Band E | Total |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2021 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2020 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| 2019 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |