Sept 2024 Entry
2 years
Normally 67 (plus 5 practical training credits)
A student's actual study pattern will depend on the subjects taken in previous Higher Diploma or Associate Degree study as well as successful credit transfers according to the relevant criteria.
- The credit requirements of this programme are indicative only. They are subject to review.
The number of credits to be transferred will depend on the academic background and entry qualifications of individual AD/HD admittees.
Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes & Characteristics
This programme is the first of its kind offered by Hong Kong institutions, with emphasis on environmental engineering, sustainable development, and occupational safety and health.
In addition to knowledge of environmental engineering, water and waste management, circular economics, energy sustainability, carbon neutrality, and urban development are adequately covered in this programme. Graduates of this programme will be able to devise practical solutions to environmental and safety problems as well as to contribute to policy formulation which will lead to sustainable development.
Attractive features
- Two-year full-time comprehensive programme.
- Opportunities to join exchange programmes for 1-2 semesters at internationally famed universities.
- Summer placement in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
- Global learning experience for each student.
- Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.
Professional Recognition
Full accreditation has been granted by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). Graduates of this programmare are expected to be qualified for Corporate Membership of HKIE after appropriate trainings. Graduates are eligible to join Scheme A training in the Environmental Discipline of HKIE.
Career Prospects
Our graduates are ready for employment as environmental engineers, sustainable development, and safety professionals in both public and private sectors with good career prospect, such as civil servants, managers, analysts, government officers, and environmental consultants.
- Comprehensive environmental, sustainable development, and occupational safety and health subjects are taught.
- Students are also allowed to choose elective subjects which are of their interest.
- In the final year, students are required to work on an Individual Capstone Project and a Design Project.
- More information on the subjects offered can be found here.
Normally 67 (plus 5 practical training credits)
A student's actual study pattern will depend on the subjects taken in previous Higher Diploma or Associate Degree study as well as successful credit transfers according to the relevant criteria.
Ir. Dr. Shao-Yuan Leu
PhD, M.S., B.S.
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A Higher Diploma or an Associate Degree in applied science or engineering, or a relevant discipline.
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Applicants will be shortlisted based on their academic merit. Interviews/written tests may be arranged, if necessary.
For further programme information, please contact:
General Office (tel: 2766 6052; email: joyce-cy.wong@polyu.edu.hk).
Required
To understand the interest of the applicants and to evaluate their potential in studying the programme.
About 10-15 minutes
Depending on the academic background and qualifications, applicants may be invited to interviews and /or attend a written test.
