Profile

YAU Chi Wai (Marco)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science
(Stream: Multimedia Computing)
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting
Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU)
(Formerly: The Open University of Hong Kong (OUHK))
Working Experience
Self-employed
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Founder
Odyssey Studio Company Limited
Full-time (16 years 4 months)
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08/2023 - 04/2024 (9 months)
Intern Programmer
Kadima Technology Limited
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11/2020 - 08/2022 (1 year 10 months)
Court Usher
High Court, Judiciary
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05/2012 - 11/2020 (8 years 7 months)
Assistant Clerical Officer (Management Review)
Management Review Sub-section, Judiciary
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06/2011 - 04/2012 (11 months)
Clerical Assistant (Receipt and Despatch)
Administration Sub-section, Judiciary
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02/2010 - 05/2011 (1 year 4 months)
Temporary Clerk
Bravo Personnel Consultancy Limited
(General Registry, Government Laboratory)
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08/2007 - 07/2009 (2 years)
Traffic Assistant
Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB)
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04/2007 - 07/2007 (4 months)
Clerk
Shenzhen Olive Tree Clothing Company Limited -
09/2006 - 03/2007 (7 months)
Clerk
Techwell Magnetic Limited
Part-time
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Official
Tai Mei Tuk Water Sports Centre
Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD)
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02/2023 - 08/2025 (2 years 6 months)
Student Helper
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
- CXO Cultural Ambassador (08/2024 - 08/2025)
Cultural Exchange Oasis - AI Teacher Training Program (07/2025)
Bright Future Engineering Talent Hub - STEM Carnival cum Student Project Exhibition 2025 (07/2025)
Bright Future Engineering Talent Hub - CityUHK Alumni Homecoming 2024 (11/2024)
Department of Computer Science - CityU Info Day 2024 (10/2024)
Department of Computer Science - Robotic Workshop - City Football Cup (09/2024)
Bright Future Engineering Talent Hub - CityU University Life Induction Day & SDS Expo (08/2024)
Student Development Services - STEM Carnival cum Student Project Exhibition 2024 (07/2024)
Bright Future Engineering Talent Hub - College Commencement 2024 (06/2024)
Department of Computer Science - Degree Plus - Media Ambassador Programme (06/2024)
Student Development Services - CityU Dragon Boat Team & Club (02/2023 - 06/2023)
Physical Education Section
- CXO Cultural Ambassador (08/2024 - 08/2025)
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05/2011 - 04/2019 (8 years)
Member I
Civil Aid Service (CAS)
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05/2011 - 12/2017 (6 years 8 months)
Official
Major Events Section
Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD)
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04/2015 - 06/2016 (1 year 3 months)
Official
Tai Mei Tuk Water Sports Centre
Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD)
Education
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08/2022 - 10/2025 (Full-time)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science
(Stream: Multimedia Computing)
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK)
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CGPA: 3.32/4.3 (Upper Second Class Honours)
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Scholarships
- Shanghai Commercial Bank Scholarships (HK$10,000)
- Herbalgy Exchange Scholarships (HK$16,000)
- Bright Future Scholarships for Outstanding Engineering Students (HK$42,100)
- HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund (Non-academic Awards) - Reading Out Award (HK$10,000)
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Extracurricular Activities
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Semesters A, B and Summer Term 2024-2025
- CXO Cultural Ambassador (Cultural Exchange Oasis)
- CityUHK-CS Student Mentoring Scheme (Mentor)
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Summer Term 2023-2024
- Vancouver Summer Program 2024 (Canada)
- Cultural Tour to Busan and Gyeongju (Korea)
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Summer Term 2022-2023
- Summer in Silicon Valley 2023 (USA)
- Singapore Visit 2023 (Department of Computer Science)
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Semester B 2022-2023
- CityU Men's Dragon Boat Team (Team Member)
- CityU Men's Dragon Boat Club (Club Member)
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Semester A 2022-2023
- CityU-CS Professional Mentorship Programme 2022-2023 (Mentee)
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Community Service
- Visit to Animal Shelter (26/11/2024) (Brave Mum’s Home For Stray Cats and Dogs Limited)
- Beach Clean-Up: Together for a Cleaner Coast - Sai Kung (16/11/2024) (The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups)
- Sai Kung Kayak Repair Day (29/09/2024) (Prairie Ramblers Club)
- Mock Trial Justice Education Project 2023 (11/2023 - 05/2024) (SideBySide)
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02/2025 - 06/2025 (Exchange Program: Semester 113-2)
Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering
National Taiwan University (NTU)
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SGPA: 4.11/4.3
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Extracurricular Activities
- NTU Cycling Club
- NTU Photo
- NTU Sailing Club
- NTU Trail Action
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07/2024 - 08/2024 (Summer Program)
Vancouver Summer Program 2024
Modern Computer Software in Civil Engineering Applications
The University of British Columbia (UBC)
- CIVL225 Modern Civil Engineering Software (Grade: B+)
- CIVL225L Practical Project using Civil Engineering Software (Grade: A)
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06/2023 - 07/2023 (Summer Program)
Summer in Silicon Valley 2023
San José State University (SJSU)
- Learning the knowledge and hands-on practices in entrepreneurship, the innovation process, interpersonal skills, and presentation skills.
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09/2018 - 08/2021 (Part-time)
Higher Diploma in Information and Communications Technology (Distinction)
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Lee Wai Lee) (IVE(LWL))
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GPA: 3.9/4.0
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10/2010 - 04/2018 (Distance Learning)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting
Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU)
Formerly: The Open University of Hong Kong (OUHK)
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CGPA: 3.01/4.0
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Awards
- Top Student in COMP S258 Computer Programming and Problem Solving (2016 Autumn Term)
- Dean' s List (2016 Autumn Term)
- Dean' s List (2017 Spring Term)
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Qualification
Career
Languages
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Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination - English Language
(Reading: 3, Writing: 4, Listening: 3, Speaking: 4)Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority
2024 -
Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (N5)
The Japan Foundation/
Japan Educational Exchanges and Services
22/01/2017
Information Technology
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Google UX Design Professional Certificate
Google via Coursera
20/07/2025
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AWS Academy Cloud Foundations
Amazon Web Service (AWS)
09/11/2020
Accounting
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LCCI Level 3 Certificate in Accounting
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry from EDI
Series: 03/2007
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LCCI Level 2 Certificate in Book-keeping and Accounts
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry from EDI
Series: 02/2007
Travel
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Tour Escort Licence (Licence No.: TE20110713)
Travel Industry Authority
01/06/2023 - 31/05/2026 -
Standard First Aid Certificate
Hong Kong Red Cross
17/07/2025 - 16/07/2028
Transportation
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Driving Licence
(Full Classes: 1 Private Car, 2 Light Goods Vehicle, 3 Motor Cycle, 22 Motor Tricycle)Transport Department, HKSARG
Valid to 10/05/2031 -
Pleasure Vessel Operator Certificate of Competency (Grade: 2)
Hong Kong Marine Department
08/07/2013 - 06/12/2051
Leisure
Outdoor Activities
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Level 3 Mountain Craft (Leader) Training Course
Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union Limited
07/08/2014
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Level 2 Sport Climbing Training Course
Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union Limited
03/01/2013
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Level 2 Roping/Abseiling Training Course
Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union Limited
17/07/2015
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Level 2 Orienteering Course
Orienteering Association of Hong Kong, China
17/05/2015
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Level 1 Rock Climbing Training Course
Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union Limited
31/07/2013
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Hong Kong Track Training Course (Level II)
The Cycling Association of Hong Kong, China Limited
09/09/2025
Water Sports
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Kayak Proficiency (Gold Award) Attendance Certificate
Hong Kong China Canoe Union
11/01/2025
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Dinghy Level 3 (Improving Techniques)
Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China
19/10/2025
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Intermediate Windsurfing Award Certificate
Winsurfing Association of Hong Kong, China
22/08/2025
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Advanced Dragon Boat Training Certificate
Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association
30/08/2025
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Coastal Rowing Course (Star 3)
Hong Kong, China Rowing Association
05/11/2022
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Stand Up Canoe Elementary Certificate
Hong Kong China Canoe Union
01/06/2018
Professional Affiliations
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The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), Student Member, 2025 – Present
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Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS), Student Member, 2024 – Present