Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei witnesses joint degree program launched at Hainan International College of Minzu University of China

In response to the national strategy of “invigorating China through science and education and developing a strong workforce for the modernization drive,” the City University of Macau (CityU) has strengthened its cooperation with top-tier universities in mainland China. In collaboration with Minzu University of China (MUC), CityU has launched a joint undergraduate program in Data Science and Big Data Technology. Recently, Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei and his delegation attended the opening ceremony of Hainan International College of Minzu University of China, witnessing the official launch of the campus and the joint program.

This program marks the first collaboration between a Macao university and a mainland university in the Hainan International Innovation Education Island. Both universities will leverage their strengths to cultivate outstanding talents in the field of Technology.

Attendees at the ceremony included Guo Guangsheng, Deputy Party Secretary and President of MUC; Tian Lin, Standing Member of the Party Committee and Vice President, and Dean of Hainan International College; Sean Wellington, Interim Vice-Chancellor of Middlesex University; and Cao Xiankun, Party Secretary of the Hainan Provincial Department of Education and Director of Management Bureau of the Hainan Li’an International Education Innovation Pilot Zone. They engaged in interactive exchanges with over a hundred students participating in the joint program.

During the opening ceremony, MUC President Guo Guangsheng expressed that the arrival of new students has brought vitality and energy into the Hainan campus of Minzu University of China, turning it from a blueprint into a reality. He encouraged students to cultivate a deep sense of patriotism, develop a global perspective, embrace openness and inclusiveness, and strive to embody the qualities of being knowledgeable, discerning, inquisitive, thoughtful, and committed.

Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei mentioned in his speech that this year, CityU has commenced the educational project in collaboration with Minzu University of China and successfully admitted 120 outstanding high-scoring students from across the country, marking a strong start for this year's admissions. By capitalizing on the strengths of both universities, particularly in the fields of Data Science, interdisciplinary studies, and international backgrounds, CityU aims to foster versatile and high-caliber talents who can contribute to the thriving industry and national development.

Vice Rector Zhou emphasized the importance of developing critical thinking skills and encouraged students to approach issues from multiple perspectives. He urged them to actively engage in extracurricular activities and seize opportunities for self-improvement. Additionally, he encouraged students to enhance their problem-solving abilities, unleash their creativity, hone their communication skills, and emphasized the value of lifelong learning.

In the ceremony, President Guo Guangsheng, Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei, Interim Vice-Chancellor Sean Wellington presented students with the university emblem, symbolizing the official welcome to embark on a new journey in their lives.

During the event, Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei, accompanied by representatives from the Faculty of Data Science (FDS) at CityU, participated in the new student orientation organized by Minzu University of China. Vice Rector Zhou introduced FDS and offered guidance to students regarding academic and career planning. The Dean of the School of Information Engineering and the Director of the Big Data College at Minzu University of China, Weng Yu, along with the Associate Dean of FDS, Andy Liu Wenjian, presented their innovative educational model, highlighting the importance of interactive collaboration, research and engineering practice, and dual mentorship guidance.

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Additionally, Vice Rector Zhou Wanlei and his delegation engaged in a discussion with President Guo Guangsheng, Vice President Tian Lin, and other leaders and representatives from Minzu University of China, aiming to strengthen their cooperation and enhance discipline development.

Representatives from the Faculty of Data Science (FDS) at CityU and leaders and faculty members from the Big Data College at Minzu University of China held an exchange meeting. Both sides engaged in comprehensive and in-depth discussions regarding talent cultivation, disciplinary development, scientific research, academic seminars, and inter-university exchanges. These discussions established a strong foundation for the implementation and continuous advancement of collaborative projects.

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The FDS faculty members participating in the visit included Program Coordinator Chris Chu Chia-Wei, as well as Assistant Professors Woody Wu Xiaofeng and Carina Zhong Qi.