What is the JS5240 admission score?

Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Department of Computer Science and Engineering (JUPAS JS5240) is 5, with a lower quartile of 4.8.

What is the tuition fee for Department of Computer Science and Engineering?

The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.

Does JS5240 require an interview?

JUPAS JS5240 (Department of Computer Science and Engineering) interview status: 選擇性. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.

What are the minimum entry requirements for Department of Computer Science and Engineering?

The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 3, Citizenship & Social Development 1.

How selective is JS5240 compared with other JUPAS programmes?

By latest admission median (5), JS5240 ranks #90 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #20 of 124 in Engineering and Technology, #7 of 33 at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

UGC-fundedBachelor's DegreeEngineering and Technology

JS5240Department of Computer Science and Engineering

計算機科學及工程學系

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

JUPAS JS5240 is Department of Computer Science and Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. 2025 admission median: 5 (LQ 4.8). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #90 by latest median. Within Engineering and Technology, rank #20 of 124 (subject average median 4.4). At The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: #7 of 33 programmes. Competition ratio 4.7 (~5 applicants/place). Interview: 選擇性. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)

5Lower quartile 4.8

Competition ratio (2025)

4.7

Intake

117

Fee / year

HK$47,000

HK rank (by median)

#90/ 382

Rank at university

#7/ 33

Rank in Engineering and Technology

#20/ 124

Admission Data（2025）

Admission Score (Index)

Median5.0/ level 7 (avg per subject)

2Lower quartile 4.87 (5**)

Based on the average level of best subjects — the higher the number, the higher the entry bar (max 7 = 5**).

Competition Ratio

4.7about 5 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants

Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants

Band A share 97%

Band A share

97%

Places offered

117

Applicant Distribution by Choice Band

Band A(1–3)7497%

Band B(4–6)23%

Band C(7–10)00%

Band D(11–15)00%

Band E(16–20)00%

"Bands" group applicants by where they placed this programme among their JUPAS choices (Band A = choices 1–3, the most sought-after). A higher Band A share indicates a more competitive programme. Places offered is the programme intake. Data from public JUPAS admission statistics, for reference only.

JS5240 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS5240 (Department of Computer Science and Engineering). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

Year	Median	Lower Q	vs prev
2025	5	4.8	—

Subject context: average median in Engineering and Technology is 4.4. JS5240 at 5 is at or above that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese

English

Mathematics (Compulsory)

Citizenship / LS

Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Accepts Applied LearningInterview：選擇性Band A share 97%

JS5240 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS5240 (Department of Computer Science and Engineering) interview status is: 選擇性. Interview format, weighting and schedule can change each cycle — always confirm on the official JUPAS / university page before applying.

Scoring Method

2026：Best 5（max weight ×9）

英文CH數學 (必修)CHC物理H數延 (M1/M2)HI資訊及通訊科技H

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS5240 admission score?: Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Department of Computer Science and Engineering (JUPAS JS5240) is 5, with a lower quartile of 4.8.
How competitive is JS5240 (Department of Computer Science and Engineering) at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology?: In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS5240 was 4.7 — about 5 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for Department of Computer Science and Engineering?: The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS5240 require an interview?: JUPAS JS5240 (Department of Computer Science and Engineering) interview status: 選擇性. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for Department of Computer Science and Engineering?: The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 3, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS5240 compared with other JUPAS programmes?: By latest admission median (5), JS5240 ranks #90 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #20 of 124 in Engineering and Technology, #7 of 33 at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

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