Updates
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The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Digital Solutions for Entertainment and Game Applications & The Master of Science in Game Development and Management offered by Shue Yan University have been officially approved by the Chief Executive-in-Council in January 2025.
- The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Data Science (JUPAS Code: JSSY02) will be subsidized by the Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) starting from 2025/26 academic year. https://www.jupas.edu.hk/en/programme/sssdp/JSSY02/
Events
Intensive Workshop Series on Digital Competency
The Department of Applied Data Science is excited to announce an Intensive Workshop Series on Digital Competency! The upcoming session, Build & Publish Your Flappy Bird Game in Unity, will be held on November 17, 2025, at RHB504, GD Lab. Participants will learn to create their own Flappy Bird game in Unity. Through the session, participants will gain valuable experience in game creation. By the end of the workshop, each participant will have a fully functional 2D game ready to play and publish on the online platform Itch.io. This engaging workshop offers an excellent opportunity for participants to enhance their technical skills, foster creativity, and explore the fundamentals of digital game development.
ADS Master Talk
The Department of Applied Data Science cordially invites you to attend an upcoming Master Talk “Google AI Research Progress and Tools and the Future AI Directions” on 10 November 2025.
Huawei ICT Competition 2025 - Innovation Competition AI Track
We are proud to announce that the Department of Applied Data Science at Hong Kong Shue Yan University is a co-organizer of the Huawei ICT Competition 2025. This year's competition includes two tracks: the Cloud Track and the Computing Track. We encourage all eligible students to participate in this prestigious event.
Invitation to Participate in Our Public Research Results Seminars – The Hong Kong Story of Play
We are pleased to invite you to participate in our Public Research Results Seminars featuring the project titled “The Hong Kong Story of Play in Public Estates: Revitalization and Inheritance of HK Faded Public Playgrounds and Gameplay Activities in Immersive Virtual Environments” (CSTB.C27.9.196).
This is a public seminar, and no prior registration is required.
News
ADS Engages Prospective Students at HKSYU Info Day 2025
The Department of Applied Data Science (ADS) successfully participated in HKSYU Info Day 2025, welcoming prospective students eager to explore the BSc-ADS and BSc-DSEGA programmes. Throughout the event, visitors engaged directly with ADS faculty and students, took part in interactive demonstrations, and learned more about the department’s innovative curriculum and ongoing projects. Info Day 2025 showcased the department’s commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student development. Many attendees expressed genuine enthusiasm for joining a community that values curiosity, data-driven exploration, and practical problem-solving. The event concluded on an upbeat note, reinforcing the department’s pivotal role in unlocking the future through data, code, and play.
Admission Talk on Info Day 2025
On November 15, 2025, during Info Day at Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Dr. Muhammad Azhar, Associate Head and Programme Director of the BSc in Applied Data Science, delivered a compelling talk titled “Empowering the Future Workforce: Integrated Education in Applied Data Science.” The presentation focused on the BSc-ADS undergraduate program, showcasing its innovative curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the rapidly evolving field of data science. Dr. Azhar underscored the program’s blend of practical training and theoretical foundations, highlighting its role in preparing graduates to meet future workforce demands while reinforcing the department’s strong commitment to academic excellence and relevance to industry needs.
Receiving the 2024–2025 Teaching Excellence Award
On November 15, 2025, during the Info Day at Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Dr. Muhammad Azhar, a faculty member of the Department of Applied Data Science, was honored with the prestigious 2024–2025 Teaching Excellence Award. This distinguished recognition celebrated his exceptional dedication and impactful contributions toward enhancing teaching quality across the university community. At the ceremony, Dr. Azhar received a trophy, a certificate, and a cash prize, highlighting his steadfast commitment to educational excellence and his inspiring leadership in academia. The Head of Department, Prof. Kung Wong Lau, extended heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved achievement.