Extended Major
In addition to the traditional additional major and/or minor approach, the innovative Extended Major framework (Major+X) was introduced to allow students to learn solid knowledge from their own majors plus innovative application of “X” in their major areas within the four-year study time frame. The curriculum of an Extended Major normally comprises 21-24 credits (at least 12 credits single-counted). Students can apply for an Extended Major during Year 2 Winter Term (after they have their first major confirmed).
Students who have received an offer for an Extended Major will not be allowed to join the BBA Additional Major Selection Exercise (AMSE) conducted at the end of Year 2, even if they choose to opt out of the Extended Major at a later time.
For more information about Extended Major, please visit: https://emia.hkust.edu.hk/extended-majors
Study pathways of SBM majors with an extended major in AI: https://emia.hkust.edu.hk/extended-major-artificial-intelligence-majorai
Study pathways of SBM majors with an extended major in DMCA: https://emia.hkust.edu.hk/extended-major-digital-media-and-creative-arts-majordmca
Programs Available for Selection
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Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (Major + AI)
- Extended Major in Digital Media & Creative Arts (Major + DMCA)
Eligibility (Applicable to 2023/24 Intake)
- SBM students with a major and RMBI students (except GBM and other joint programs)
- For Major +AI: Students should have completed MATH1012/1013/1023 (or MATH1003 at A- or above) and MATH1014/1024 at the time of application for consideration. MATH1020 considered meeting the requirement if transferred.
- Students must be an active student at HKUST at the time of application.
Program Requirements & Ranking Criteria (Applicable to 2023/24 Intake)
Extended Major in | Requirements | Ranking Criteria |
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Artificial Intelligence (Major + AI) | CGA at 3.0 or above and B- in both MATH1014/1024 and ISOM2020 |
CGA (50%) as well as XCGA (50%) based on a combination of courses: MATH1003/1012/1013/1023 and MATH1014/1024 (MATH1020 considered meeting the requirement if transferred); ISOM2020; ISOM2500; ISOM2600 [Note: Priority will be given to students who have completed MATH1012/1013/1023.] |
Digital Media & Creative Arts (Major + DMCA) |
CGA at 3.0 or above preferred | CGA |
Important Remarks: Students who have received an offer for an Extended Major will not be allowed to join the BBA Additional Major Selection Exercise (AMSE) conducted at the end of Year 2, even if they choose to opt out of the Extended Major at a later time.
Quota
Extended Major in | Quota |
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Artificial Intelligence (Major + AI) | 30 |
Digital Media & Creative Arts (Major + DMCA) | 15 |
Timeline
WINTER 2024 MSE (For 2023/24 intake only)
Application period
- Mid-January, 2025
Result announcements
- Mid-January, 2025