Points-of-Interest

PolyU Main Entrance

Unveiled during the University’s 85th Anniversary, the Main Entrance marked a significant milestone in the University’s development. Its design reflects the proud heritage of the University enriched with a touch of contemporary style, blending our signature red brick architectural style with classical colonnade features. On the side of the portal, a vertical green wall displays the PolyU logo floating on a reflective pool. Above the main stairs is a hanging white slatted ceiling. The Main Entrance has become one of the most popular spots on campus.

Location: Near Core A on Cheong Wan Road

Alumni Atrium

Located in the Chung Sze Yuen Building (Core A) on campus, the Alumni Atrium provides a range of facilities for networking and events.

The Wong Tit Shing Alumni Common is open for free access during the following hours.

Mondays to Fridays	Saturdays
10:00 a.m.– 10:30 p.m.	8:30 a.m.– 6:30 p.m.

The Multi-function hall, FHKPUAA Meeting Rooms and Pauline Tsang Po Yan Gallery can be booked for alumni activities.

Location: Core A

University Square

Situated at the heart of the campus, the University Square is a lush green lawn that provides an engaging environment where students and staff can gather, collaborate, or unwind. It also plays a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging and unity among all University members by infusing greenery and vitality into the campus. Officially opened on 10 November 2023, the University Square is the newest iconic landmark of PolyU.

Location: Near Library

Jockey Club Innovation Tower

It is home to PolyU's School of Design and is the driving force in the development of Hong Kong as a design hub in Asia. This iconic building was designed by award winning architect Zaha Hadid. The Tower is seamlessly built with careful blending of landscape, floor plates and louvers, drawing in natural daylight.

Jogging Track (and leisure area) (G/F)
SD Shop (showcase of awarded projects from students and graduates) (V210, podium level)
InnoHub (display of products from alumni and start-ups) (4/F)
Annual Show (showcase of projects from SD final year students, usually in June and July) (podium level, 13/F)

Location: Core V

Jockey Club Design Institute for Social Innovation (JCDISI)

JCDISI functions as a vehicle to advance PolyU’s commitment on university social responsibility through inter-disciplinary community collaboration and formulating pragmatic solutions with a view to tackle social issues or improve life in Hong Kong. A number of social innovation projects under PolyU Jockey Club “Operation SoInno” programme are being showcased, including Transitional Social Housing, Co-designing Iron Trolley for Cardboards Recycling and Furniture for Children in Subdivided Flats.

Location: V12, Core V

STORE by PolyU Fashion

It serves as an innovative fashion lifestyle lab to cultivate and support our next generation of local creative and professional fashion talents. With the support from PolyU, participating local designers, and industry partners, the STORE provides a unique learning and teaching platform for SFT students and local design graduates to showcase their designs introduce to international customers.

Location: HJ211

Footbridge linking the Main Campus and Block Z

Linking the main campus and podium level of Block Z, the iconic footbridge improves pedestrian connectivity between the two premises and serves as a testbed for academic research activities.

Location: Block X

Block X

Block X is a low-rise energy-efficient building redeveloped from a temporary two-storey structure. It provides landscaped recreational space and serves a pedestrian hub with a footbridge that links Block Z to the main campus.

The Aviation Services Research Centre (ASRC), an applied research centre established by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) in combination with the Boeing Company which is located in Block X. It aims to develop new or improved aviation service technologies applicable to MRO industry and beyond.

Location: Block X

Block Z

The 26,000 square metre building is now home to the Faculty of Construction and Environment and its departments, as well as other administrative departments. The building also houses general teaching rooms, lecture theatres, research laboratories, conference rooms, communal facilities, and the offices of administrative departments. Tremendous effort and resources have been invested in greening campus buildings to improve the overall environmental performance. Sky garden in Block Z is one of the highlights on energy conservation.

Location: Block Z, Chatham Road North

Wong Man and Tang Kit Wah Global Student Hub

Located at the Core QT podium, the Wong Man and Tang Kit Wah Global Student Hub provides a dedicated space outside the classroom to nurture cross-cultural mingling and interaction among local and non-local students. Spanning over 420 m², with a seating capacity of 200 persons, the Hub can host a myriad of cultural events and social activities, both student-led and university-led, with the aim to broaden students' cultural horizons, increase their connectivity, and enhance their campus experience.

Location: Podium of QT Wing

Art Pieces on Campus

PolyU is fortunate to be home to our University Fellow Ir Prof. Norman W. M. Ko’ sculptures, including “Soaring”, “Congregation”, “Wendy” and “Vision in Unison”. These iconic art pieces are displayed at various locations on campus.

Ir Prof. Ko is not only an eminent professor of mechanical engineering, but also a distinguished artist in sculpting, painting and photography. He served as Artist-in-Residence at PolyU in 2012, and was honoured with the HKIE Gold Medal 2021 by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).

Locations: Core M, Alumni Atrium, Jockey Club Auditorium, Block X