BSc in Financial Engineering

The BSc in Financial Engineering at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen is an English-taught undergraduate program jointly offered by the School of Management and Economics, the School of Science and Engineering and the School of Data Science. Students choose between two streams — Quantitative Finance, focusing on financial theory, derivative instruments and pricing, and FinTech, applying data science methods to the financial industry. The program features strong mathematics requirements and an interview for qualified applicants.

The BSc in Financial Engineering at CUHK-Shenzhen is a full-time undergraduate program jointly launched by the School of Management and Economics, the School of Science and Engineering and the School of Data Science. Students may choose this major upon admission. The program offers two streams: Quantitative Finance, which emphasizes financial theories, derivative instruments and pricing methods, and FinTech, which emphasizes innovative data science analytical methods within the FinTech industry. The curriculum combines financial management, microeconomics, foundations of finance, data structures, fintech theory and practice, and investment analysis, supported by a triple-school collaboration with international faculty and extensive industry partnerships.

• Jointly launched by three schools: SME, SSE and SDS
• Two streams: Quantitative Finance and FinTech
• English-medium instruction with international textbooks and curricula
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills for future financial engineering leaders
• Interview required for qualified applicants

International qualifications such as IBDP (30/45), GCE A-Level (3 AL passes), SAT (1190/1600), ACT (24) or AP (grade 3 in two tests), or an equivalent recognised qualification. Strong mathematics background required.

English is the primary medium of instruction. Minimum standards include IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80/120, ACT ELA 23, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 590, or equivalent.

Business-related programs accept both science and social/business track backgrounds; applicants need a relatively strong mathematics background, especially for finance and economics.

• Passport info page
• CV/Resume
• Personal statement (max 600 words)
• Recommendation letter
• High school transcript
• English language test report
• Graduation certificate (if applicable)

Check your eligibility and qualification requirements | Prepare academic documents and high school transcript | Prepare your English language test result | Prepare your personal statement and recommendation letter | Submit your application before the round deadline | Attend an interview and await the admission decision

All qualified applicants to the Financial Engineering program are expected to be interviewed.

The program includes School Package Courses (Financial Management, Basic Microeconomics, Foundation of Finance), Major Required Courses (Data Structures, Fintech Theory and Practice, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management) and Elective Courses (Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Machine Learning, Financial Data Analysis, Internship). Students choose a stream and follow the recommended course pattern for their study scheme.

Quantitative Finance graduates secure positions at banks, brokerage firms, asset management companies and hedge funds. FinTech graduates pursue careers in financial institutions transforming through technology or in the financial divisions of tech companies. The 2025 FinTech cohort reported an 89.74% overall employment rate, with 66.67% pursuing further studies.