Dual Degree Programme in Bachelor of Engineering in Financial Technology (The Chinese University of Hong Kong) and Bachelor of Economics in Finance (Shanghai Jiao Tong University)
BACKGROUND
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The rapid fusion of technology and finance is reshaping the landscape of financial industry, offering new opportunities for innovation and growth while improving accessibility and efficiency of financial services. As this trend continues to progress, we can expect a significant increase in the demand for FinTech talents equipped with a profound understanding of finance and business, as well as the cutting-edge technology such as data analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cybersecurity, blockchain, and so on. Such demand entails not only a systematic interdisciplinary curriculum integrating both finance and technology education, but also a conducive learning environment to inspire students with entrepreneurial spirit, a highly valued attribute in the modern financial industry that emphasizes opportunity identification, risk taking, and innovations in solutions.
To meet the above market demands, the collaborative programme between SEEM, CUHK and ITF, SJTU aims to fully combine the research and teaching strengths of both universities to deliver high-level and diverse interdisciplinary education leading to Bachelor of Engineering in Financial Technology and Bachelor of Economics in Finance. The strengths of the participating partners from both universities complement each other. With the resulting synergistic effects, the proposed programme can benefit students in several ways. Firstly, the courses will be taught by a team of experienced faculty members from both CUHK and SJTU who bring both academic expertise and practical experience to the classroom. The curriculum integrates finance, technology, economic, and law and regulation. Students will receive a solid engineering education through its rigorous Bachelor of Engineering study, and they will also acquire knowledge in areas such as economics, management, and finance from a sound training leading to a Bachelor of Economics. This cross-disciplinary design enables them to take advantage of emerging opportunities in the finance and technology sectors. Secondly, students will have plenty of opportunities during the study period to participate in case studies, research projects, and other relevant experiential learning activities. As one advantage unique to the proposed programme, students study in both Hong Kong and Shanghai, the most important financial centers for China. This geographical convenience grants the programme’s students easy access to the financial sectors in both cities to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios. Both universities currently maintain strong collaborations with numerous financial institutions and industry partners. Leveraging on these existing resources, the programme will reach out to the industrial partners to offer students various forms of entrepreneurship education such as guest speakers, practicum courses, industrial mentorships, and hands-on projects. Thirdly, the programme is expected to attract a diverse and high-quality student body, both from mainland China, Hong Kong, and from around the world. This will provide students with opportunities to learn from and collaborate with peers from different backgrounds and cultures, and to develop a global perspective on the tech-finance industry.
STUDY PLAN AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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Both SJTU and CUHK students are required to take foundation courses of finance at SJTU in the first year, then go to CUHK in the second and third years to finish the majority part of FinTech-related courses, and to complete the remaining requirements for graduation at SJTU in the final year.
The graduation requirements of the two degrees programmes offered by CUHK and SJTU for students participating in the DDP are summarized in the following table.
| Requirements | CUHK – BENG in FinTech | SJTU – Bachelor of Economics in Finance | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUHK students | SJTU students | CUHK students | SJTU students | |
| No. of units to be taken at CUHK | 75-76 units | 65-66 units | 75-76 units (47 units will be recognized by SJTU for fulfilment of graduation requirements) | 65-66 units (46 units will be recognized by SJTU for fulfilment of graduation requirements) |
| No. of units to be completed at SJTU | 100 units (30 units will be recognized by CUHK for fulfilment of graduation requirements) | 112 units (22 units will be recognized by CUHK for fulfilment of graduation requirements) | 100 units | 112 units |
| Total units taken under DDP | 175-176 units | 177-178 units | 175-176 units | 177-178 units |
| Minimum units for graduation | 84 CUHK units | 69 CUHK units | 147 SJTU units | 158 SJTU units |
ADMISSION
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Students of the 4-year Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Programme in Financial Technology (FinTech) are eligible for application for the DDP. The programme will not be made available to advanced-standing students, senior-year entrants, or students admitted to CUHK through the National Colleges and Universities Enrolment System (全国普通高校统一招生计划). Only students who fulfill the minimum admission requirements, including the language requirement of BEng in FinTech at CUHK and BEcon in Finance at SJTU will be admitted to the DDP.
A joint admission committee consisting of representatives from both universities will be established to oversee the selection of students. The main responsibilities of the committee include setting up the selection criteria according to the admission standards of both Universities, determining the detailed selection process each year, organizing assessments and interviews on prospective students, and deciding accordingly the final selection results.
TUITION AND FEES
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In compliance with the UGC’s Interim Guideline on Offshore Teaching and Learning Activities, CUHK students will pay tuition fee to CUHK only and will not be required to pay tuition fee to SJTU. Students of SJTU will also pay tuition fee to their home university only and will not be charged for tuition fee at CUHK.
CUHK and SJTU students will be required to pay all other fees that may be applicable to regular degree students at the host university when studying there, e.g. books, hostel, student union, etc. and other extra costs incurred by studying overseas, e.g. air travel, local transportation, visa application, etc.
STUDY SCHEME
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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JUPAS applicants with excellent DSE results (best five total score of 30 or above) as well as Non-JUPAS applicants with excellent results in their qualification exams will be awarded a generous one-time scholarship.
APPLICATION
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Students interested in studying in the dual degree program with SJTU should submit the application to the FinTech Programme after they formally register as CUHK-FTEC students. The department will inform students about the arrangement in August.