The PolyU Fun-Tech Competition 2024

Background and Objectives:
The PolyU Fun-Tech Competition, organized by the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS), aims to spark the curiosity and enthusiasm of local youths in innovative science and technology. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies like VR, AR, and RFID, this competition will empower participants with the digital skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the 21st century, giving participants a unique learning experience.

Benefits for Participating Schools:
We offer a range of activities, including interactive workshops and conferences led by industry experts, to inspire participants’ enthusiasm for innovation and technology. These sessions cover the fundamentals of VR, AR, and RFID technologies, equipping participants with essential skills to excel in the competition and contribute to the local innovation and technology culture. The activities include the following:

Academic Conferences:
Attendees can learn from industry experts through their presentations and discussions.

VR and RFID Student Tutorials:
Students can participate in comprehensive tutorials to enhance their understanding of these technologies.

Teacher Training Workshops:
Teaching staff have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to integrate these technologies into their curriculum.

In-School Visits:

Our supporting teams will visit your school to for hands-on training and support upon request.

Two Competition Categories:

1. VR Video Creation Competition

Eligibility:
●  Junior Category: Local S.1-S.3
●  Senior Category: Local S.4-S.6
●  Each team can have four to six student participants
●  Each school can nominate two to four teams (preferably at least one from each category)

Awards Categories:

Junior Category
Champion  HKD 1,000 book coupon and certificates
1st runner-up  HKD 500 book coupon and certificates
Honorable mention (5 Teams) HKD 200 book coupon and certificates

Senior Category
Champion  HKD 1,000 book coupon and certificates
1st runner-up  HKD 500 book coupon and certificates
Honorable mention (5 teams) HKD 200 book coupon and certificates

2. Creative RFID Competition

Eligibility:
●  Junior Category: Local S.1-S.3
●  Senior Category: Local S.4-S.6
●  Each team can have four to six student participants
●  Each school can nominate two to four teams (preferably at least one from each category)

Awards Categories:

Junior Category
Champion  HKD 1,000 book coupon and certificates
1st runner-up  HKD 500 book coupon and certificates
Honorable mention (5 Teams)  HKD 200 book coupon and certificates

Senior Category
Champion  HKD 1,000 book coupon and certificates
1st runner-up  HKD 500 book coupon and certificates
Honorable mention (5 teams)  HKD 200 book coupon and certificates

For details of the competition, please feel free to contact us.