The PolyU x Tencent Agentic AI Seminar was successfully hosted on 28 April 2026 (Tuesday), drawing an overwhelming response from over 300 students and staff. PolyU has recently launched the PolyU Education 4.0 initiative (E4.0), designed to redefine teaching and learning for the AI era. By adopting an AI-powered and student-centred approach, PolyU aims to create new value for its community, aligning its academic vision with Tencent’s global commitment to popularising AI education.
In his welcoming remarks, Professor CAO Jiannong, Vice President (Education) and Director of IHERD, highlighted that under the E4.0 framework, learning is no longer confined to the walls of a classroom. He noted that AI agents are effectively lowering learning barriers and enabling highly personalised educational paths. Professor Cao expressed his gratitude for Tencent’s strong support and announced the forthcoming launch of an AI student community, designed to help students from all disciplines connect and master emerging AI tools. Mr Ethan KWOK, Director of the Greater Bay Area Public Affairs Department at Tencent, also addressed the audience, noting that he was deeply impressed by the high registration numbers and the vibrant enthusiasm displayed by the PolyU students.
The seminar featured diverse participation from all Faculties and Schools across the university, with students eager to explore the new era of AI coding and agentic AI. Experts from Tencent demonstrated how AI agents allow students to transform creative ideas into working prototypes without any prior coding experience. During the sharing session, students showcased real-world applications of these tools; a student from the Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) shared how AI helped her organise complex study notes, while a student from the School of Fashion and Textiles (SFT) used an AI agent to polish her professional website portfolio.
As the event concluded, students were learnt about the upcoming internship opportunities and a hackathon competition form Tencent. PolyU and Tencent are committed to this ongoing collaboration, ensuring students are equipped with the skills necessary to lead in the age of AI. For those who were unable to attend the live session, a full recording of the event remains available via the official livestream link HERE.
