PolyU Design Hatch Awards 2026
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Date
01 Feb - 31 May 2026
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Organiser
PolyU Design
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Time
00:00 - 00:00
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Venue
Summary
Extended First-round Deadlines Announced! 特別公布：第一輪截止日期延長
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Registration:20 March 2026 (Fri) at 12:00 (noon) 報名：2026年3月20日（週五）中午12:00 |
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Submission:21 March 2026 (Sat) at 23:00 作品遞交：2026年3月21日（週六）23:00 |
The above times are shown in Hong Kong Time. 以上為香港時間
(中文版在本頁底部)
Incubate your way to creative ideas
The PolyU Design Hatch Awards: A Unique Design and Innovation Incubation Programme for Secondary School Students
Join the PolyU Design Hatch Awards, a dynamic design incubation and award programme open to all secondary school students in Hong Kong, or those who are taking the HKDSE curriculum. Whether you are passionate about art and design or fascinated by STEM and problem-solving, this is your chance to collaborate with like-minded peers, explore new ideas, and push the boundaries of creativity. Bring your unique perspective—be it from science, technology, business, or the arts—and transform bold concepts into impactful solutions.
#PolyUDesignHatchAwards
Hatch Awards 2026 Enrollment Form
Theme: Designing STEM/STEAM Learning Tools
Details:
Design is increasingly becoming integrated with technology today, the world calls for students who can think creatively, collaborate effectively, and adapt to change. The PolyU Design Hatch Awards challenge you to design innovative STEM/STEAM learning tools that empower students or anyone at different educational levels to develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and interdisciplinary knowledge.
Your mission? Go beyond traditional classroom resources by blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into engaging solutions that spark curiosity and foster inclusive learning environments. Submissions can include hands-on kits, curriculum modules, and/or hybrid solutions that combine physical and virtual learning experiences.
We are looking for ideas that showcase user-focused design, flexible learning capabilities, and real-world impact. Winning designs will be featured in a public exhibition, and shortlisted participants will join the Hatch Programme in which they will receive guidance and feedback from experts to turn concepts into impactful solutions.
The Hatch Awards is not just about creating tools—it is about reimagining education, helping students thrive academically, and preparing them for global challenges. Ready to innovate? Collaborate, create, and make a difference!
First Round:
Under the common brief above, participants are invited to submit their relevant works during First Round.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to grow as a designer and potentially become the next generation of innovative problem identifiers and solvers. Team up with fellow students and embark on an innovative journey. Get your teacher’s nomination to enter the awards and let your creativity soar!
*Submission format is stated below.
Final Round:
Participants who are shortlisted will advance to Final Round, where they will take part in an exclusive one-day Hatch Programme. The Programme is designed to help participants develop a comprehensive understanding of design and acquire essential skills to improve their design proposals. This immersive experience culminates in a final presentation with prototypes, where participants have the chance to showcase their newly honed abilities and creative concepts.
Application & Timeline
Eligibility
- The Awards are open to:
• Students from Local Secondary Schools or Local International Schools in Hong Kong who are studying in Secondary 1 to 6 / Grade 7 to 12 / Year 8 to 13, or an equivalent level, in the academic year of 2025/26; or
• Students studying the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) curriculum outside of Hong Kong, and participants must attend all in-person sessions.
- Each school may register multiple teams, provided that no team has the same combination of students. Each student can only submit ONE application
- No limit on the number of students to join The Awards.
Team Formation
- Students can join either as a group of TWO to THREE from the same school or solo participation (ONE-MAN TEAM).
- One student can only join one team.
Hatch & Share: Insight Lecture
- The Insight Lecture will be held on 24 February 2026 (Tue), from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
- [Registration Closed] Register HERE (Deadline: 23 February 2026 9:00 AM, Hong Kong Time) to secure your seat to get first-hand information about the 2026 Awards!
Registration
- A team name must be submitted during registration (applicable for both individual and group registrations).
- Designated submission links and folder with your team number and name will be sent to your email after registration.
- Registration is free of charge.
- No changes to team members are permitted after registration.
- By submitting an application, the participating team acknowledges and agrees to the terms and conditions of the Awards.
Late registration will not be accepted.
Submission
- All First-Round submission files must be uploaded to the assigned designated link.
- Project title must be included in the submission form.
- The submission link will be deactivated after the deadline. No modifications will be permitted thereafter.
- The combined file size of all slides must not exceed 35 MB. Optional video submissions must not exceed 250 MB.
- Any use of artificial intelligence or generative tools in your project must be declared and precisely stated in your submission.
- Any concurrent participation in other competitions with the same project must be declared.
Timeline
| 23 February 2026 (Mon) 09:00 (HK Time) | Hatch & Share: Insight Lecture Registration Deadline |
| 24 February 2026 (Tue) | Hatch & Share: Insight Lecture |
| 20 March 2026 (Fri) at 12:00 noon (HK Time) | First Round registration deadline |
| 21 March 2026 (Sat) at 23:00 (HK Time) | First Round submission deadline |
| 25 March 2026 (Wed) | Shortlist announced for Final Round |
| 3 April 2026 (Fri) | One-day Hatch Programme for finalists |
| 17 May 2026 (Sun) 23:00 (HK Time) | Final online submission deadline |
| 25 May 2026 (Mon) | Final Presentation & Prize Presentation Ceremony |
| September 2026 - October 2026 (tentative) | Public Exhibition of Winning and Selected Projects |
Submission Briefs
- First Round Submission
The participating team is required to submit the followings in the First Round:
• Design images 10-20 pages slides (A4 – design process images, draft etc.)
• Optional: demo video (max. 1 minute long, MP4 format) - Final Round Submission
The Organizer will notify the shortlisted teams of the shortlist result via email on 25 March 2026 (Wed).
What to prepare:
- Prototype Development & Video
Each team must submit a prototype(s). It can give judges a better understanding of the actual design (3D form, size), ergonomic testing, working principles, and material selection, etc. It also helps each team develop better video(s) to explain design thinking, product scenarios, and ecosystem etc. - Presentation
Qualified design teams will be invited to participate in presentations and Q&A sessions. All materials for Final Round must be prepared and submitted in English. - Exhibition
Winning and selected projects will be showcased in a public exhibition. Exhibitors will be required to submit their models or prototypes and all textual and visual materials for the display.
Finalists’ Entitlements and Obligations
Hatch Programme
The teams entering the Final Round will be offered an exclusive workshop and/or tutorials
Attending the Final Presentation
Finalist teams are required to attend the Final Presentation where they will present their final submission to the judging panel.
Prizes and Awards
- The Awardees will be selected and announced at the Final Presentation. Winning teams will be given certificates as a token of recognition and encouragement.
- Awarded teams may be invited to participate in publicity of the Awards. All winning teams and selected entries will have a chance to showcase their projects.
- Favourable consideration will be given to winners for The Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design’s JS3569 BA (Hons) Scheme in Design admission with conditions.
Award Categories
- Champion
- 1st Runner Up
- 2nd Runner Up
- The Most Innovative
- People’s Choice
Judging
Judging Panel
The judging panel is formed by representatives from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and design industry.
Assessment Criteria
| First Round | |
| Research / Insights | 40% |
| Sketch / Concept design | 40% |
| Overall quality | 20% |
| Final Round | |
| Innovation: Originality of concept and creative integration of STEM/ STEAM disciplines. | 25% |
| Impact: Potential to enhance student engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. | 25% |
| Presentation: Prototype, video | 25% |
| Process report: Research, design, prototyping, testing, etc. | 25% |
Enquiry
If you have questions, get in touch with us.
Tel: 3400 3439
Email: hatch@polyu.edu.hk
Website: www.polyudesign.com/hatch
Follow @polyudesignug on Instagram for the latest updates!
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理大做好設計獎2026
扶植新生代 同踏創意路
誠邀香港所有中學生，或修讀香港中學文憑課程（HKDSE）的學生參加「理大做好設計獎」﹗「理大做好設計獎」是一個充滿活力的設計培育及獎勵計劃。無論你熱愛藝術與設計，或對 STEM 及解難充滿興趣，這都是你與志同道合的同學合作、探索新思維、突破創意界限的好機會。帶著你獨特的視角——不論來自科學、科技、商業或藝術領域——你可盡情將大膽的概念轉化為具影響力的創新方案。
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理大做好設計獎2026參加表格
主題：設計 STEM/STEAM 學習工具
詳情
現今設計日漸與科技結合, 世界需要具備創意思維、有效協作及適應變化能力的學生。「理大做好設計獎」向你發出挑戰邀請： 設計創新的 STEM/STEAM 學習工具，幫助不同教育階段的學生或任何人培養批判性思維、解難能力及跨學科知識。
你的使命？突破傳統課堂資源，將科學、科技、工程、藝術及數學融合，創造引人入勝的方案，激發好奇心並促進共融的學習環境。作品可包括動手操作套件、課程模組，及/或結合實體與虛擬學習體驗的混合方案。
我們樂見能展現以用家為本設計、帶出靈活學習功能及具備實際影響力的創意。獲獎作品將於公開展覽中展出，而入圍者將進入 Hatch Programme培育計劃，並獲專家指導及回饋，將概念轉化為具影響力的方案。
「理大做好設計獎」不僅是創造工具的比賽，更是重新想像教育，協助學生在學術上茁壯成長、為迎接各種全球挑戰而做好準備的平台。你準備好創新了嗎？一起合作、創造，並帶來改變！
初賽
初賽參加者需要根據上述簡介提交相關作品。
把握機會踏上設計師之路，裝備自己成為新世代的創新專才，以嶄新手法去洞悉及解決問題。立即與同學組隊並請老師提名參賽，一同展開創新之旅！
*作品遞交方式在文末
報名及流程
參賽資格
- 香港本地中學或本地國際學校的中學生，於 2025/26 學年就讀中一至中六 / Grade 7 至 12 / Year 8 至 13，或同等級別；
- 修讀香港中學文憑課程（HKDSE）並身處香港以外地區的學生，惟參賽者必須出席所有面授環節。
- 每所學校可以註冊多個隊伍，惟參賽隊伍的成員不得重複（每位學生只能提交一份申請）。
- 參加該獎項的學生人數沒有限制
隊伍成員
- 學生可以二至三人一組或單獨參加（單人團隊）及一名指導老師組成。
- 每位參賽學生只能加入一支隊伍。
- Hatch & Share簡介會在2026年2月24日（週二）下午5時至6時在香港理工大學舉行。
- [報名完畢] 敬請於2月23日上午九時前報名出席，以取得第一手最新比賽資訊﹗
報名須知
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- 報名時必須提交團隊名稱（適用於個人及團體報名）。
- 完成報名後，大會將透過電郵發送附有團隊編號及名稱的專屬連結和文件夾提交作品。
- 報名費用全免。
- 報名完成後，不得更改團隊成員。
- 提交申請即表示參賽團隊同意及接受所有比賽條款及細則。
- 逾期報名恕不接受。
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- 所有初賽作品必須上載至指定的連結和文件夾。
- 提交表格中必須填寫作品名稱。
- 提交連結將於截止時間後自動停用，屆時將不接受任何修改。
- 所有簡報檔案的總容量不得超過35MB；如參賽者選擇提交影片檔案，其容量不得超過250MB。
如作品使用任何人工智能或生成工具，必須於提交表格中明確申報。 - 如參賽作品同時用作參與其他比賽，必須作出申報。
時間表
| 2026年2月23日（週一）09:00 (香港時間) | Hatch & Share簡介報名截止 |
| 2026年2月24日（週二） | Hatch & Share簡介會 |
| 2026年3月20日（週五）12:00 (中午)(香港時間) | 初賽報名截止日期 <延長> |
| 2026年3月21日（週六）23:00 (香港時間) | 初賽作品遞交截止日期 <延長>（隊伍須由1名指導老師主理） |
| 2026年3月25日（週三） | 公佈決賽入圍名單（入圍隊伍） |
| 2026年4月3日（週五） | Hatch Programme（入圍隊伍參與一天培育計劃） |
| 2026年5月17日（週日）23:00 (香港時間) | 遞交決賽作品截止日期 |
| 2026年5月25日（週一） | 決賽最終展示與頒獎典禮 |
| 2026年9月至10月(暫定) | 優勝隊伍及獲選作品公眾展覽 |
作品遞交簡介
- 初賽作品遞交
初賽參賽隊伍需提交以下作品：
• A4格式的設計圖片（10-20頁）或投影片（A4、例如設計過程、草稿等相片）（*必需）
• 短片（最長 1 分鐘，以MP4形式提交）（*非必需）
- 決賽
主辦方將在 2026年3月25日透過電郵方式通知決賽入圍隊伍
準備事項：
- 原型製作及短片
隊伍必須提交原型設計，讓評審團更深入了解實質設計（三維形式、尺寸）、人體工學測試、運作原理及選材等，同時有助隊伍用以闡明設計思維、產品使用情景及生態系統等。
- 簡報會
入選設計隊伍將獲邀參加簡報會及問答環節。
- 展覽
優勝及獲選隊伍將參加公眾展覽，並須提供參賽作品的模型或原型，以及文字和圖像以作展覽之用。
決賽入圍者的權利及義務
Hatch Programme
晉身決賽的隊伍可參加專屬Hatch Programme。
決賽簡報會
入圍隊伍必須參加決賽簡報會，向評審團展示決賽作品。
獎品及獎項
- 得獎隊伍將於決賽簡報會選出並公布，並獲發證書作嘉許。
- 得獎隊伍或會獲邀參加宣有關獎項之宣傳及推廣活動。得獎及獲選作品將於公眾展覽中展出。
- 得獎者在申請香港理工大學設計學院 JS3569 設計學(榮譽)文學士組合課程時，將獲有利考慮（需符合條件）。
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- 亞軍
- 季軍
- 最具創意獎
- 人氣獎
評審
評審團
評審團由香港理工大學及設計業界的代表組成。
評審標準
| 初賽 | |
| 研究／洞察 | 40% |
| 草圖／概念設計 | 40% |
| 整體質素 | 20% |
| 決賽 | |
| 創新性：概念的原創性及 STEM／STEAM 學科的創意整合。 | 25% |
| 影響力：提升學生投入度、協作及解難能力的潛力。 | 25% |
| 展示：原型／短片 | 25% |
| 過程報告：研究、設計、製作原型、測試等。 | 25% |
聯絡方式
如有任何疑問，歡迎聯絡我們。
電話：3400 3439
電郵：hatch@polyu.edu.hk
網址：www.polyudesign.com/hatch
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