Overview

The Urban Analytics programme from The University of Hong Kong is therefore designed to train and upskill students and professionals to apply novel urban sciences and analytics in planning and managing the development of cities.

Aiming to bridge the disciplines of social science, urban planning and design, and data science, the programme provides a balance between analytical and practical skills on the one hand, and on the other, between domain knowledge and urban theory from social, economic, behavioural, environmental and management sciences.

Programme Aims

Equip urban professionals with cutting-edge analytics and modelling skills
Develop a good understanding of urban sciences underlying smart city development techniques
Support urban policy makers and planning/design/surveying practitioners with urban analytics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographic Information System (GIS) for Urban and Regional Planning Development
Urban Big Data Analytics
Programming and AI for Future Cities
Spatial Mobilities Analytics
Spatial Planning Analytics
Science of Cities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-03 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

69 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture Business Intelligence & Analytics Urban Planning View 19 other Masters in Business Intelligence & Analytics in Hong Kong (SAR)

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission, candidates

shall comply with the General Regulations and the Regulations for Taught Postgraduate Curricula; and shall hold:
a bachelor's degree in the urban or related fields of this University; or
a qualification of equivalent standard of this University or another university or comparable institution accepted for this purpose;
preferably a professional qualification in the urban or related fields; and
pass the qualifying examination if required.

Tuition Fee

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International

24623 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24623 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

24623 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24623 USD for the full programme during 12 months.

The programme fee is HK$193,200

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.