[HKU-ITS] AI and Data Science Summer Workshop
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AI and Data Science Summer Workshop
Organized by: Institute of Transport Studies, HKU
What to expect: This is a 5-day workshop designated for undergraduate students or above who wish to strengthen their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in AI and data science. In the 5-day workshop, participants will engage in a diverse range of activities, including English lectures by HKU professors from various departments, hands-on sessions with consultation and supervision, and a technical visit. The lectures will cover a broad spectrum of topics in AI and data science, such as big data analytics, machine learning, deep learning, large language models, forecasting, optimization, and research skills. To earn a certificate of completion, participants are required to pass a written test and a group project. Each group project will be supervised by an HKU professor and assessed by a group presentation plus a written report. The group demonstrating the best performance in their project will be presented with the best project award.
Instructors: | Potential project supervisors: |
Prof. W. Y. Szeto | Prof. W. Y. Szeto |
Prof. Yong-Hong Kuo | Prof. Jiayang Li |
Prof. Jintao Ke | Prof. Xintao Yan |
Prof. Xintao Yan | Prof. Junshi Xu |
Prof. Zhan Zhao |
Dates: Aug 17 – Aug 21, 2026 (Mon - Fri)
Venue: HKU Main Campus
Tentative Schedule:
| Aug 17 (Mon) | Aug 18 (Tue) | Aug 19 (Wed) | Aug 20 (Thu) | Aug 21 (Fri) |
AM Session (9 am-12 noon) | Lecture: Big data analytics | Lecture: Deep Learning | Lecture: Large language models and forecasting techniques | Lecture: Optimization | Test and consultation hours for group projects |
PM Session (2-5pm)
| Lecture: Machine learning
| Consultation hours for group projects | Technical tour: TBD | Lecture: Communication and research skills | Group Presentation and closing ceremony |
Registration link:
Registration deadline: August 10, 2026
Quota: Limited quota. First-come-first-served.
Tuition fee:
Normal fee: HK$11,800 (excluding accommodation, transportation, and meals)
Discounted fee: HK$7,800 (only for HKU students, excluding accommodation, transportation, and meals)
Payment method: VISA, MASTERCARD, WeChat Pay, Alipay
Payment link:
https://onlinepytsysprd.feo.hku.hk/event/111898?code=de59c60081d243dab8fa3047bb498775 (for HKU students - HKU portal login required; discounted fee)
Enquiries: hkits@hku.hk
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