Laws and Computing Mathematics
Major
Laws and Computing Mathematics
法律與計算數學
Degree / Award Title
Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science in Computing Mathematics
法律學學士與理學士(計算數學)
Offering Academic Unit
This Double Degree is jointly offered by:
Department of Mathematics
School of Law
Mode of Study
Full-time

Aims of Major

  • provide a liberal education in the theory and practice of law;
  • equip students with a critical understanding of the legal institutions so as to enable them to serve the needs of Hong Kong and the international community;
  • train students with exceptional intellectual, analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, and computational skills, through vigorous training in mathematics; and
  • equip students with excellent writing and oral communication abilities. 

Intended Learning Outcomes of Major (MILOs)

  1. integrate into a structure the theory and principles underlying basic applied mathematics, scientific computation and computing software, and recognize the connections among the theory and principles;  
  2. apply mathematical and computing methods to a range of problems in scientific, engineering, commercial and other practical applications;

  3. create and formulate mathematical models, evaluate quantitatively alternative approaches and improve the performance and reliability of such models;

  4. use associated computing software and test then in a laboratory setting to construct models and solve resulting mathematical problems;

  5. acquire work related experience and effective communication skills necessary to work within a team in an international and culturally diverse workplace;

  6. recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;

  7. analytically and critically discuss the legal system of Hong Kong, including the main substantive/procedural laws, the principles of international law, and evaluate the need for their evolution;

  8. describe the law and legal system of the People’s Republic of China and its relation with Hong Kong’s constitutional set-up and commercial future;

  9. apply the law to propose solutions to legal problems, existing and emerging;

  10. critically evaluate the law in action, the dynamic interplay between law and other social phenomena, real-life situations and international policies and their co-evolution;

  11. use a range of legal or intellectual skills – such as reading and interpreting cases and statutes, identifying and evaluating relevant facts, conducting independent legal research, developing and offering solutions to legal problems, using and citing relevant authorities appropriately, drafting documents, and communicating in a coherent, cogent and persuasive manner – to develop and support arguments related to social and legal issues;

  12. act with a strong sense of ethics and with due regard to social and professional responsibilities;

  13. demonstrate an attitude of inquiry to the evolution of law at national and international level and a sense of curiosity to learning and knowledge;

  14. undertake a piece of work involving original discovery and/ or innovation concerning the operation of the law and procedure in Hong Kong. 



    Degree Requirements


    Requirements Double Degree
    Gateway Education requirement 30 credit units
    College / School requirement 3 credit units
    Major requirement
    Internship/ Consultancy Project/ Research Project:
    Core Course: 3 credit units
     
    Computing Mathematics:
    Core Courses: 45 credit units
    Elective courses: 6 credit units

    Laws:
    Core courses: 57 credit units
    Elective courses: 0 credit unit

    Free electives / Minor (if applicable) Laws:
    6 credit units (Two PCLL pre-requisites as electives for entering the PCLL programme)
    Minimum Graduation Requirement: 150 credit units
    Maximum Credit Units Permitted: 180 credit units

    Professional Recognition

    Students who complete Law Major (57 credits) and two PCLL pre-requisites as electives (6 credits) will satisfy all the requirements stipulated by the Standing Committee on Legal Education and Training to apply for admission to Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL).