Master of Science in Smart Engineering and Construction

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Master of Science in Smart Engineering and Construction

Programme Code

84602-SEF (Mixed-mode Full-time) / 84602-SEP (Mixed-mode Part-time)

Medium of Instruction

English

Programme Leader

Dr James Chau

BEng, PhD [PolyU(H.K.)]

 

 

Normal Duration

1 year (Full-time) /

2 years (Part-time)

Tuition Fee

Tuition Fees

Academic Division

Division of Science, Engineering and Health Studies

Remarks

The programme will be offered for admission twice an academic year for the September intake and the January intake of the following year.

Programme Features

 

  • Acquire Cutting-Edge Skills — Learn the latest smart construction technologies
  • Cultivate Leadership Abilities — Apply automation, data analysis, digital solutions, and advanced engineering techniques to drive industry innovation
  • Forge a Professional Path — Graduates can hold senior positions in areas such as engineering planning and design, system maintenance, project management, and innovation and research

Future Prospects

Career Prospects 

  • Graduates of the MSc in Smart Engineering and Construction programme can embark on rewarding careers in senior positions across a variety of sectors, including government departments, engineering consulting companies, construction contractors, and international engineering enterprises. 
  • Given the rapid growth in the construction and electrical & mechanical industries in Hong Kong, our graduates will be presented with numerous attractive employment opportunities in engineering planning and design, system installation, product manufacturing, system maintenance and servicing, project management, and innovation and research.

 

Further Study Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc in Smart Engineering and Construction programme are eligible to pursue their further studies at the doctoral level, including the Engineering Doctorate and Doctor of Philosophy programmes.

Programme Structure

Students are required to complete 11 subjects for a total of 31 credits with satisfactory results as well as passing an e-learning course (non-credit bearing) to fulfil the National Education Requirement in order to obtain a master’s degree.

 

Classes will be scheduled on weekdays and / or weekends, both during the day and / or evening, to provide flexibility. They may also be arranged in block teaching format. Please plan accordingly to ensure your availability.

 

Compulsory Subjects (All 16 credits, 3 credits each subject unless otherwise specified) 

  • Web 3.0 Technologies 
  • Building Information Modelling 
  • Environmental Assessment and Control 
  • Advanced Intelligent Buildings 
  • Safety Aspects and Management 
  • Academic Integrity and Ethics in Engineering (1 credit) 

 

Elective Subjects# (15 credits, 3 credits each subject unless otherwise specified) 

  • Building Whole Life Carbon and Cost Analysis 
  • Circular Economy in Built Environment 
  • Clean Energy and Smart Grids 
  • Electrical and Utility Systems 
  • Energy Requirement and Strategy 
  • Green Technologies 
  • Heat, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 
  • Indoor Environmental Quality 
  • Intelligent Power Distribution Systems 
  • Smart and Sustainable Materials in Construction 
  • Strategic Facility Planning and Project Management
  • Dissertation in Smart Engineering and Construction (9 credits)

 

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Offering of any elective subjects is subject to sufficient enrolment.

 

Entrance Requirement

Holders of a recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification in engineering, science or technology. 
 
Applicants without a bachelor’s degree but with other relevant qualifications and/or appropriate work experience will also be considered.  

 

Notes: 

  1. An applicant who is not a native speaker of English, and does not possess a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification for which English was the primary medium of instruction, is expected to fulfil the following minimum English language requirements:
    1. An overall Band Score of 6.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); OR
    2. A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 80 for the Internet-based test or 550 for the paper-based test; OR
    3. Satisfactory results in other recognised English language assessments

Individual cases may be considered on their own merit, and applicants concerned may be required to take an additional 3-credit Adjunct English subject upon admission.

  1. An applicant who does not possess the above-mentioned qualifications but has reached the age of 25 before 1 September, in the academic year in which he/ she seeks admission, may apply as mature applicant.  He/ She must demonstrate sufficient motivation, knowledge and potential to indicate a high probability of being able to complete the programme successfully. 

Enquiries

Academic Matters:Dr James Chau
Associate Division Head, Division of Science, Engineering and Health Studies
BEng, PhD [PolyU(H.K.)]

 

3746 0237
 

whatsapp 6882 8323
 
General Administrative Matters:CPCE Academic Registry 

3746 0900

 

Master of Science in Smart Engineering and Construction