Bachelor of Science in Space Science and Technology*
Program Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in Space Science and Technology aims to cultivate innovative, interdisciplinary talents with a solid foundation in mathematics and science, mastery of cutting-edge theories and skills in space science and artificial intelligence, and outstanding practical application abilities. The curriculum covers fundamental theories of space science, development trends in deep-space exploration technologies, and the applications of artificial intelligence in intelligent sensing, automated control, data acquisition, and related areas. Students will not only systematically master methods for space science data observation, processing, and interpretation, but will also develop the capability to apply AI technologies to real-world space-related problems, thereby forming a rigorous scientific style, independent thinking skills, and an innovative academic mindset.
Course Features
A distinctive feature of this program is its close alignment with national space strategies and the forefront of international scientific and technological development:
1. Oriented toward national strategic needs
Serving the national vision of building a strong spacefaring nation and a leading science and technology power, in line with major missions such as deep-space exploration and satellite applications.
2. Empowered by artificial intelligence
Emphasizing the application of AI in space science, and fostering innovation in data acquisition, mission planning, and spacecraft design.
3. Responding to talent shortages
Meeting the urgent demand for professionals arising from the rapid development of space science and the commercial space industry, and cultivating top-tier, innovative talents.
4. Global vision
Drawing on international exploration missions such as those of NASA, ESA, and JAXA to enhance students’ global competitiveness.
Career Prospects
Graduates of this degree program have a broad range of career prospects. Based on preliminary market research, the total demand for talents in the field of space science and technology in China is very high, and the range of suitable job positions is also extensive. Post-graduation career paths include, but are not limited to, the following aspects:
(1) Further study in related universities or research institutions at home and abroad, with a future in academic research or teaching;
(2) Teaching assistant positions at domestic and foreign universities;
(3) Scientific popularization and communication work at institutions such as science museums at home and abroad;
(4) Technical, planning, information management, and international cooperation work in aerospace, exploration enterprises, and government agencies at home and abroad;
(5) Software development, programming, and other work in high-tech enterprises related to artificial intelligence, as well as management, research and development, design, or service-related work in government departments and research institutions related to smart city development.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will possess solid theoretical knowledge and practical capabilities, and will become high-calibre professionals poised to lead the future development of space science and technology.
Bachelor of Science in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology*
Program Introduction
Nanoscience and nanotechnology is an emerging interdisciplinary field that combines fundamental disciplines such as physics, chemistry, life sciences, materials science, and information science to study matters that ranging from the micro to macro scale. It is widely applied in strategic emerging industries such as information technology, new energy, biomedicine, and advanced manufacturing. To meet the demands of emerging industries for development in nanoscience and nanotechnology, the Faculty of Innovation Engineering has launched the program “Bachelor of Science in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.” Through modular course design, it fully utilizes the top-notch faculty and research platforms of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering to cultivate interdisciplinary talents with a solid foundation in science, innovative thinking in nanoscience and nanotechnology, and the ability to adapt to future industrial competition and research challenges.
Course Features
1. Modular Course Design:
The curriculum covers subjects from foundational and core content to interdisciplinary expansion, systematically solidifying core scientific foundations in physics, chemistry, etc., closely integrating with cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor materials, advanced manufacturing, and biomedicine, offering unique core courses in nanomaterial synthesis, micro-nano device design, and nanobiomedicine, as well as cutting-edge elective modules in nanotechnology, energy technology, and AI materials computation.
2. Top-notch Faculty and Research Platforms
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering brings together leading scholars from around the world with backgrounds in interdisciplinary research and industrial experience. Leveraging research platforms, it offers innovative research inquiry subjects, guiding students to participate in significant industry–academic–research projects in lighting and display technology, nanomedicine, photonic chips, new energy, and more.
Career Prospects
The job positions suitable for nanoscience and nanotechnology are very diverse, and the demand for relative talents is growing rapidly across various industries, with extremely broad development prospects. The graduates primarily target industrial sectors at the forefront of semiconductor and micro-nano manufacturing, new energy and sustainable development, big health and biomedicine, artificial intelligence, and electronic information technology. Graduates may also enter academia or research institutions for further studies, and a solid interdisciplinary background can provide an advantage for graduates in gaining admission to top universities or research institutions globally.
* The new programs are planned to be launched in the 2026/2027 academic year. Operations will start after registration is completed with Education and Youth Development Bureau and published in the Official Gazette of Macao SAR.
