Programme Overview:
Get ready to explore the exciting world of art and technology with CREATIVITAS: Redefining Music with Technology 2025-2026, a year-long programme led by MIT MTA (Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Music & Theater Arts Section) and HKU! This hands-on programme combines creativity and technical skills, allowing you to learn the fundamentals of music technology, sound synthesis, and digital composition, culminating in a short musical performance. Starting with online courses in fall 2025, you’ll discover how STEM can power artistic expression, with expert insights from MIT MTA and HKU on current research and creative work in music technology throughout the year. It’s your chance to turn your musical ideas into real-world performances and explore how technology is shaping the future of music.
Are you ready to unleash your creativity? Join our programme and take the first step towards your musical journey!
Programme Details:
Programme Code: MIT2526F
Programme Period: October 11, 2025 – October 12, 2025
Application Deadline: October 6, 2025
Stay tuned for more information on courses and activities from Winter 2025 to Summer 2026!
Programme Structure:
6 hours of online courses in 2 days:
- Session 1: Music Technology as a Research Area
- Session 2: Electronic Music Performance Tools
- Session 3: DJ Culture and Technique
- Session 4: AI and Generative Music Practice
Programme Instructors:
- Professor Ian Hattwick – Artist-technologist, Director of MIT Laptop Ensemble
- Ms. Lark Savoldy – MIT MEng ’24, Creative Engineer
Programme Fees:
- HKD 1,900 (AcT Member)
- HKD 2,800 (Non-AcT Member)
Application and Registration:
- Register an account through https://actstudentapp.hku.hk/student and log into the application system after receiving the email activation link. If you already have an account, you can log in directly.
- Select “Apply Now” under “2026 Application”.
- Fill in your personal information and academic profile.
- Go to “Programme Selection” to add programme “Creativitas (Fall)”.
- Upload scanned copies of the required supporting documents and other application materials.
- Click “Confirm & Submit”.
For further details, please refer to the Application Guide.
Application Criteria:
- Age 14 to 17 (Grade 8 to Grade 11, Secondary 2 to Secondary 5)
- Strong interest in arts and technology
- High proficiency in English
*Disclaimer: Programme contents and formats are subject to change. The programme is subject to cancellation if there are insufficient applications. Programme fees and application fees are nonrefundable.