HKU–Tsinghua–BMICPD Summer Camp on Planning Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
Application
Status
OPEN
Organized by
HKU Urban Systems Institute
Chinese Programme Name
香港大學—清華大學—北規院“規劃大數據與AI”夏令營
Partner University
Tsinghua University & BMICPD
Period
August 21-25, 2026
Location
Beijing
Application Deadline
August 15, 2026
About the Programme
The summer camp is jointly organized by the Urban Systems Institute of The University of Hong Kong and the Institute for Future Human Habitats of Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, and hosted by the Beijing Municipal Institute of City Planning and Design. It brings together the academic and teaching strengths of HKU and Tsinghua University with BMICPD’s experience in planning practice and technology applications.
The programme focuses on urban governance, public policy, urban planning, big data, artificial intelligence, smart-city applications and planning decision support. Through expert lectures, group projects, workshops and field visits, participants will examine real-world urban issues and develop interdisciplinary project outcomes under the guidance of academics and planning professionals. Participants who complete all programme requirements will receive a certificate of completion.
Please refer to the programme introduction for more information. The programme information is subject to the final decisions of the host institution.
Eligibility
HKU undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines are welcome to apply.
Priority will be given to students in related disciplines.
Young professionals in urban management, planning, design, transport, urban renewal, and smart-city fields may also apply.
Requirement
Applicants should submit a résumé, a copy of their student card or employment identification, a copy of their identity document, and proof of payment through the online application form. Participants are expected to attend the full programme and take part in lectures, group projects, field visits and the final presentation.
Programme Fee
RMB 6,500 per person. The fee does not include round-trip transportation, accommodation or meals.
Financial Assistance
Subsidies are provided for HKU students to pursue exchange activities in Mainland China. For eligibility and application, please click here for further details.
Application
Please complete the online application form and upload the required supporting documents by 15 August 2026: https://v.wjx.cn/vm/h2Fs0uH.aspx
Enquiry
For enquiries, please contact Dr. Jiali Zhou at jlzhou@hku.hk.
Last updated on August 7, 2026.