BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology (Streams: Computational Finance / Financial Technology)

The BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology major has two streams, namely (1) Computational Finance Stream and (2) Financial Technology Stream.

Computational Finance stream is an interdisciplinary stream offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers state-of-the-art training in finance, mathematics, statistics and computer programming. The integrated application of these four areas is in great demand by today’s financial markets.

Financial Technology stream gives students an interdisciplinary education in business, information technology, and innovation by training them in mathematics, statistics, programming, information systems, and finance. The FinTech core courses include blockchain, big data, cybersecurity, regulatory technology (RegTech), Python programming, machine learning, technology entrepreneurship, and Fintech capstone project.

Students from both Computational Finance and Financial Technology streams can apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. Upon completion of this joint degree program, students will receive the dual awards conferred by Columbia University and CityUHK.

計算金融及金融科技理學士課程內有兩個主修專業，它們是 (1) 計算金融及 (2)金融科技。

計算金融專業是一門跨學科和多元化的課程，內容涵蓋金融學、電腦程式設計、數學和統計學，這四個領域的綜合應用對當今金融市場的金融決策至關重要。課程專門為對定量程式設計有濃厚興趣和致力研習金融分析技巧的學生而設，為學生提供最優質的訓練。課程更可提高學生的競爭力，讓他們日後在金融行業中脫穎而出。

金融科技專業通過對數學、統計學、電腦程式設計、資訊系統學和金融學方面的培訓，為學生提供商業和創新科技的跨學科教育。 FinTech核心科目包括區塊鏈，大數據，網絡安全，監管技術(RegTech)，Python編程，機器學習，技術創業和Fintech重點專題項目等等。

修讀計算金融及金融科技學專業的學生可申請修讀香港城市大學－美國哥倫比亞大學雙聯學士學位課程。學生在完成雙聯學士學位課程後，畢業時將分別獲得兩所大學所頒發的學士學位。

Why BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology at CityUHK College of Business?

BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology programme offers you:

1. Knowledge in finance, mathematics, statistics, computer programming

2. Exciting career options in quant, investment banks, asset management, algo trading

Plenty opportunities available for local and overseas competitions and internships, and full support on career development.

Overseas exchange and summer programmes are available in over 200 partner universities around the globe! (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/exchange)

Entrance scholarships up to HK$265,000 are available for elite students (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/ug/admissions/apply/scholarships)

College of Business is among the top four business schools in Asia (https://www.cb.cityu.edu.hk/About-the-College/Accreditation-and-Rankings/International-Rankings)

Entrance Requirements

JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1000 BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology
HKDSE Subject	Minimum Level Required
English Language	Level 3
Chinese Language	Level 3
Mathematics	Level 4
Citizenship and Social Development	Attained
Elective 1	Level 3
Elective 2	Level 3

Notes:
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/ Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and have a strong mathematical background.

Curriculum Structure

Please visit the website for the detailed curriculum.

Career Prospects

Computational Finance stream provides comprehensive training and internship opportunities to prepare students to establish competitive advantages in financial careers such as asset management, investment banking and risk management, as well as further advanced studies.

Financial Technology stream prepares students for the careers in the emerging FinTech industry and business and technology sectors that require solid technology training and finance domain knowledge as well as further advanced studies.

計算金融學專業的畢業生可在金融行業就業，例如在資產管理、金融產品設計、投資銀行和金融風險管理等行業作交易員、風險管理經理等，或繼續升讀碩士或博士課程。

金融科技專業的畢業生可在新興的金融科技行業就業，例如區塊鏈分析師、監管技術顧問、金融科技項目經理或繼續升讀碩士或博士課程。

Joint Bachelor's Degree Programme

Students have the opportunity to apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University (http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/)

Scholarships and Financial Assistance

The University identifies high calibre students with outstanding academic and/or non-academic achievement for the entrance scholarships upon successful admission. Click here for more details.

Co-curricular Activities and Learning Support

Overseas Summer Programmes

Students may participate in English immersion courses, which include components such as volunteer placements, homestays and cultural activities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Service Learning participants also provide voluntary services in less developed areas such as the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Laos.

Website of Current Students

Learn more about BSc Computational Finance and Financial Technology students' curriculum and student activities here.

FAQs

JUPAS FAQ

Q.	What are the unique features of this major?
A.	The BSc in Computational Finance and Financial Technology major has 2 streams, namely (1) Computational Finance Stream and (2) Financial Technology Stream. Computational Finance stream is an interdisciplinary stream offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers state-of-the-art training in finance, mathematics, statistics, computer programming, and information technology. Financial Technology stream gives students an interdisciplinary education in business, information technology, and innovation by training them in mathematics, statistics, programming, information systems, and finance. Students from both Computational Finance and Financial Technology streams can apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. Upon completion of this joint degree program, students will receive the dual awards conferred by Columbia University and CityUHK. For details, please visit http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/
Q.	Do I need to attend JUPAS admission interview?
A.	Yes, for shortlisted applicants only, an interview will be scheduled around June.
Q.	Can I take a minor?
A.	Yes, you can customise your own Computational Finance and Financial Technology study plan with your minor of interest (subject to fulfilling the requirements of declaring a minor).
Q.	Are there any scholarships available?
A.	The College of Business and CityUHK are committed to nurturing elite students to become future business leaders. Various scholarships are available; please refer to the following for details: - CityUHK Scholarships and Prizes

Non-JUPAS FAQ

Q.	What are the unique features of this major?
A.	The BSc in Computational Finance and Financial Technology major has 2 streams, namely (1) Computational Finance Stream and (2) Financial Technology Stream. Computational Finance stream is an interdisciplinary stream offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers state-of-the-art training in finance, mathematics, statistics, computer programming, and information technology. Financial Technology stream gives students an interdisciplinary education in business, information technology, and innovation by training them in mathematics, statistics, programming, information systems, and finance. Students from both Computational Finance and Financial Technology streams can apply for admission to the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University. Upon completion of this joint degree program, students will receive the dual awards conferred by Columbia University and CityUHK. For details, please visit http://gs.columbia.edu/cityu-hk/
Q.	The non-JUPAS intake is very small, so what is the size of the programme?
A.	We expect to have around 25 students. The intakes are JUPAS and non-JUPAS, and include local and non-local students.
Q.	What IB scores/GCEAL grades have students been admitted with in the past?
A.	We interviewed applicants with IB scores >=33 (including bonus) or with grade A in 3 GCEAL subjects last year. We expect students who receive our offers to have IB scores of at least 33 (including bonus) or 3 subjects at grade A in GCEAL.
Q.	Do I need to attend an admission interview?
A.	Yes, non-JUPAS applicants must attend ONE interview before they can receive any offer from this programme. The interview is usually arranged in January/February. Another interview will be arranged in June/July for shortlisted candidates who cannot attend the interview in January/February or are shortlisted after the January/February interview.
Q.	Do you have any IB subject requirements (e.g. HL for certain subjects)?
A.	We do not have any IB subject requirements; however, preference may be given to students who have studied SL/HL Mathematics.
Q.	Can I take a minor?
A.	Yes, you can customise your own Computational Finance and Financial Technology study plan with your minor of interest (subject to fulfilling the requirements of declaring a minor).
Q.	Are there any scholarships available?
A.	The College of Business and CityUHK are committed to nurturing elite students to become future business leaders. Various scholarships are available; please refer to the following for details: - CityUHK Scholarships and Prizes