The City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) welcomed thousands of prospective students and parents to its Kowloon Tong campus on Saturday for the Undergraduate Information Day 2026, highlighting a new “Law + AI” double degree and its growing international partnerships.
The five-year Bachelor of Laws and BSc in Computer Science (AI) double degree, jointly offered by the School of Law and the Department of Computer Science, was the main draw. The programme allows students to earn two degrees in five years instead of eight, requiring 158 credit units, including 58 for computer science and AI courses and 57 for law courses. The first-year intake is limited to eight students. The Faculty of Law’s two introductory talks were fully seated, some parents and students were told by staff that there were no seats available and had to stand outside.
CityUHK’s official programme page states that the double degree “equips you with the abilities needed to graduate with a qualifying LLB degree and an undergraduate degree in Computer Science,” and that graduates “will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of legal challenges in a technology-driven landscape.” Professor Martin Lai, LLB Programme Director, is listed as the programme’s academic lead.
Professor Wong Hau-sang, Associate Head of the Department of Computer Science, said in an interview with Sing Tao Daily that although law and computer science may appear unrelated, the growing prevalence of AI means the legal profession requires a deeper understanding of the technology to understand how to regulate it.
CityUHK also promoted its 2+2 Joint Bachelor’s Degree Programme with Columbia University, in which students spend two years in Hong Kong and two in New York. A university representative noted that high school students can now apply via a direct entry route, with an early application deadline of Jan. 2. Non-local tuition for most programmes stands at HK$190,000 per year. Starting from 2026/27, high school applicants can apply directly for Year 1 entry to the programme. CityUHK has been named the “Most International University in the World” by Times Higher Education for three consecutive years.
Among the visitors was prospective student Huang Mei Yuen, who described the university as diverse. “There are a lot of exchange students here. I can also get to know more people and get to know more cultures,” Huang said.
Current student Lee Zhiyuan, who applied directly from high school, described his experience as comfortable. “I basically go to the library a lot,” Lee said, adding that he enjoys the campus facilities and socialising with classmates.
Mrs. Wang, a parent who attended the event with her child, said balancing interest and employment is difficult. “If your interests and hobbies can’t solve your future goals, I think employment is more important,” she said. “You can put your interests and hobbies after you get a job.” Regarding the new Law + AI programme, Wang added that many professions are now combining with AI.
CityUHK is one of the first UGC-funded universities to host its Information Day this year. Prospective students can currently apply for up to two programmes, with the early round deadline on Nov. 15. The University of Hong Kong, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University will host their respective Information Days later this month.