Completed Projects

Revitalization of Jogging Track

The Jogging Track was completed in October 2020. The total length of the track is approximately 280m spanning from Shaw Sports Complex to Block X. Outdoor fitness equipment has also been provided along the jogging track.

Improvement Works to Classroom and Associated Cores

With the support and advice from the Working Group on Innovative Learning Space, an informal learning space was created at DE 4/F for self-study and group discussion in June 2020. The renovation works of 7nos. of associated Cores (C, D, E, F, G, H and J) were also completed in end of April 2021.

Teaching Rehabilitation Clinic at AG G/F

With the support of UGC, the Rehabilitation Clinic at AG G/F has been renovated to suit the latest teaching needs with new setup and equipment provisions. The works had been completed in end of August 2020 for operation.

Refurbishment and Replacement Works for School of Hotel and Tourism Management

The Bistro 1979 training restaurant and Vinoteca Lab on the B2 floor of SHTM were put for teaching use since the opening in 2011. However, the essential items had already been worn out after years of operation. The refurbishment and replacement works were carried out in Summer 2020 to upkeep the facilities in high standards that enable student learning in a realistic setting, meanwhile showcasing the state-of-the-art facilities of a world-class hospitality and tourism School. The project was completed in July 2020 for use by SHTM.

Other Completed Projects in 2020

Footbridge Linking Main Campus and Block Z

The construction of an iconic footbridge linking the Main Campus and podium level of Block Z has been completed. Apart from improving the pedestrian connectivity between the Main Campus and Block Z, the footbridge will also serve as a test bed for academic research activities and will form part of the cycle route envisioned in the long-term campus master plan. The footbridge is currently closed for execution of enhancement works and will be re-opened in due course.

Upgrading Exercise for Classrooms

With the support and advice from the Working Group on Innovative Learning Space, a total of 8 nos. of lecture theatres on 3/F of FJ and HJ wings and 3 nos. of classrooms on 4/F of DE wing have been renovated over the summer of 2019.

4/F of DE wing

3/F of FJ and HJ wings

Global Student Hub on P/F of QT Wing

To support the internationalization of student activities, a new one storey premises, Global Student Hub (GSH), has been constructed on the podium level of QT wing. With the new facility in place, student activities can take place at the hub to facilitate the exchange of different cultures and countries as well as establishment of different communities. GSH was completed in September 2019 and is scheduled for opening in the new academic year 2020/2021 tentatively.

Great news to PolyU moms! Following the completion of lactation rooms at A213 in August 2017, we are happy to let you know that two additional lactation rooms have been established at Rooms Z213 and Z214 on 2/F of Block Z for female staff members starting from November 2019, which offer a private, safe and comfortable environment for nursing mothers in Block Z! For details of reservation, please visit https://www2.polyu.edu.hk/hro/breastfeeding/main.htm

Food Laboratory and Animal Laboratory in Shenzhen Campus

To re-position Shenzhen Base as an extended campus in support for the University's growing development of research, entrepreneurship and educational activities, strengthen its capability in generating high-impact projects and bidding of large-scaled research funds in the Mainland, the research space in Shenzhen Campus in therefore expanded. Following the completion of Photonics Research Center on 3/F in May 2018, Food Laboratory on 6/F and Animal Laboratory on 7/F were completed in February 2019 and July 2019 respectively.

Food Laboratory on 6/F

Animal Laboratory on 7/F

Other Completed Projects in 2019

Upgrading Exercise for Classrooms

With the support and advice from the Working Group on Innovative Learning Space, a total of 8 classrooms on 3/F of CD, CF and EF wings have been renovated over the summer of 2018. In addition, an informal learning space has also been created for self-study and group discussion.

Alternations and Additions (A&A) Works on 4/F and 5/F Library

Provision of Passenger Lifts in Core C and D

Electronic Intelligence Workshop on 3/F in Core W and U

Photonics Laboratory in Shenzhen Campus

Other Completed Projects in 2018

Redevelopment of Block X

The Redevelopment of Block X comprises a low rise sustainable building with workshops and offices for the Aviation Services Research Centre, a 25-meters long all weather indoor swimming pool, 5-a-side indoor football pitch, indoor gymnasium and communal student facilities. It will also provide landscaped recreational space and serve as a circulation hub for the main campus. The project has been completed in the summer of 2017.

Upgrading Exercise for Classrooms

With the support and advice from the Working Group on Innovative Learning Space, a total of 8 classrooms on 2/F and 3/F of BC wing have been renovated over the summer of 2017. In addition, an informal learning space has also been created for self-study and group discussion.

Alternations and Additions (A&A) Works on 4/F and 5/F Library

To address the imminent need, a number of enhancement works, including the increase in seating capacity, replacement of the existing aged building services installation works on 4/F and 5/F (rectangular wing) had been completed in September 2017.

Lactation Room at A213

Great news to PolyU moms! Two new lactation rooms were established at A213 for female staff members since August 2017. After registration, colleagues can now perform lactation in a private, safe and comfortable environment. For reservation details, please visit  https://www2.polyu.edu.hk/hro/breastfeeding/main.htm

Toilet Renovation

The traditional toilets within Cores Q, T, U and S have been renovated and improved its faculties and infrastructure, with completion in October 2017. The work contains replacement works of existing finishes, brick wall partition, sanitary fitment and ventilation system etc.

Other Completed Projects in 2017