Programme Introduction

The Master of Science (MSc) in Statistics programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) is designed to cultivate high-level professionals with a solid foundation in statistical theory and strong practical application capabilities. The programme covers core knowledge and methodologies in statistics, emphasizing the integration of theoretical frameworks with hands-on skills, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics.

The curriculum combines theory and practice, offering courses such as Bayesian Statistics, Advanced Regression Analysis, and Time Series Analysis. Through this programme, students will master model-based statistical tools and methods. These methodologies are widely applied across various industries, including statistical learning and intelligent recommendation systems in the internet industry, financial data analysis and intelligent risk control in the finance sector, operations management, marketing management, and AI-driven decision support in consulting sector, as well as clinical trial design and intelligent data analysis in the pharmaceutical industry.

Graduates will possess a unique blend of statistical expertise, AI application skills, and business acumen, enabling them to address the evolving challenges and rapid growth of data analytics markets in China and globally. They will emerge as highly sought-after professionals capable of driving cross-disciplinary innovation at the intersection of AI and statistics, providing robust support for data-driven intelligent decision-making.

Project Highlights: 

1. Model-Driven · Intelligent Decision-Making

Practice-Oriented Empowerment:

The core curriculum covers Bayesian and computational statistics, time series analysis, advanced regression methods, and causal inference. Integrated with Capstone projects and industry internships, the programme cultivates students' ability to conduct interpretable, model-based data analysis—providing scientific support for finance, healthcare, and smart decision-making

2. Two-Year Immersion · Multidimensional Growth

Academic Advantage:

The two-year full-time programme features a 36-credit curriculum spanning theoretical depth (e.g., measure-theoretic probability), applied breadth (e.g., machine learning/financial analytics), and interdisciplinary innovation (e.g., statistics-AI/biomedicine integration). This structure offers students a comprehensive yet flexible learning pathway.

3. Bay Area Opportunities · Global Vision

Resource Empowerment:

Leveraging industry-academia collaborations with Greater Bay Area leaders like Tencent and Huawei, the programme equips graduates to bridge gaps in data-driven decision-making through interpretable modeling. They excel in high-demand roles such as financial analysts and healthcare statisticians, driving intelligent transformation across industries.

Curriculum: 

The programme adopts a full English-taught format with a duration of 24 months. Students are required to complete 2 required courses and 10 elective courses during the study period, with each course carrying 3 credits. Upon fulfilling the 36 major credits and meeting other graduation requirements, students will be awarded a degree certificate from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Required Courses (6 units)

Elective Courses (30 units)

Application Requirements:

For a Master's Programme, the applicant shall have:

1. Graduated from a recognized university and obtained a Bachelor's degree, normally with honours not lower than Second Class; or

2. Graduated from an honours programme of a recognized university with a Bachelor's degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than "B" ; or

3. Completed a course of study in a tertiary educational institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree.

To fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirements for admission to postgraduate programmes, applicants should have:

1. obtained a degree from a university in Hong Kong ^a or taken a degree programme of which the medium of instruction was English; or

2. achieved scores in the following English Language tests ^b as indicated:

i. TOEFL: 550 (Paper-based)/79 (Internet-based/Home Edition);

ii. IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (Test Centre based/Online);

iii. GMAT: Band 21 (Verbal) ^c;

iv. GMAT Focus Edition: Band 78 (Verbal); or

3. obtained a pass grade in English in one of the following examinations:

i. Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (AS Level);

ii.  Hong Kong Higher Level Examination;

iii. CUHK Matriculation Examination;

iv. General Certificate of Education Examination (GCE) Advanced Level (A-Level)/Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS-Level); or

4. achieved Level 4 or above in the English Language subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination.

Notes:

a. This is based on the understanding that English is the medium of instruction of degree programmes offered by universities in Hong Kong. Moreover, graduates from universities in Hong Kong should have fulfilled the English language requirements of the institution concerned when they were admitted to the degree programmes. The CUHKSZ Graduate School may request applicants to provide additional supporting documents to prove their English proficiency.

b. TOEFL and IELTS scores are considered valid for two years from the test date. GMAT scores are considered valid for five years from the test date.

c. GMAT (Verbal) scores at or above the threshold value of 21 will be kept until the score validity phases out.

Application Materials:

1. A copy of Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree Certificate or Student Status Certificate

2. A copy of transcript (Official document from the academic affairs office or college, stamped or sealed, indicating all courses taken and corresponding grades. If the transcript does not indicate the overall GPA or grading system, a separate document certifying the GPA is required. In Chinese or English, with the official seal of the undergraduate institution.)

3. A copy of TOEFL/IEITS/GMAT score sheet

4. Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Personal Statement (Written in English, approximately 600 words)

5. A copy of ID card (Front & Back)

6. Confidential Recommendation Letters from Two referees respectively with signatures (by providing referees’ email in the online application system)

7. Others supporting documents

* The final interpretation right belongs to the School of Data Science.

Online Application Website

https://pgapply.cuhk.edu.cn/

Application Fee

RMB 600 (Non-refundable once paid)

Application Period

*Eligible applicants are strongly advised to apply early, as the application will close prematurely once all spots are filled

Contact Us

Hotline: +86-755-23519623
Email: mscstat@cuhk.edu.cn
Address: Room 417, Dao Yuan Building, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, 2001 Longxiang Boulevard, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China