Sept 2025 Entry
1 year (Full-time)
2.5 years (Part-time)
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What's New
Programme Aims
Through the programme, students will pursue in-depth studies of topics that are related to their civil engineering field or broaden their knowledge of civil engineering by studying topics that are beyond their present field.
We are keen to develop students’ capabilities of designing engineered systems or processes to meet desired needs in civil engineering projects within realistic constraints.
Our programme is designed to cultivate students’ strategic thinking skills in dealing with complex problems and situations pertinent to their professional practice, and to enhance their learning capabilities for continual professional development through inquiry and reflection on professional practice.
Characteristics
In this programme, practising civil engineers can pursue in-depth studies and acquire specialised skills in general civil engineering, structural engineering and transportation engineering. Graduates should be able to demonstrate a high degree of competence in modern construction technology after completion of the programme.
Programme Structure
This is a mixed-mode programme. Students can pursue their studies in either full-time or part-time mode. The programme will normally be completed in 1 year for full-time study or in 2.5 years for part-time study depending on the pace of study of individual student. Students are required to attend classes in daytime and evening if they choose the full-time mode.
Students must complete 10 subjects (including at least 7 Core Subjects and at most 3 Elective Subjects), or 7 subjects (including at least 4 Core Subjects and at most 3 Elective Subjects) plus a 9-credit Dissertation and 1-credit Academic Integrity and Ethics (AIE) subject.
Part-time students are strongly advised not to take more than 3 subjects per semester due to heavy study load.
Core Areas of Study
This programme offers 3 main areas of study, each covering a wide range of Core Subjects.
General Civil Engineering
- Advanced Rock Engineering
- Analytical and Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering
- Coastal Processes and Engineering under Climate Change
- Construction Management & Law
- Construction Technology
- Drainage Design
- Geo-hazards Mitigation
- Quantitative Techniques in Construction Planning
- Advanced Soil Mechanics
Structural Engineering
- Advanced Reinforced Concrete
- Advanced Structural Design
- Bridge Engineering
- Facade Engineering
- Seismic Design of Building Structures
- Smart Infrastructure
- Tall Building Structures
- Wind Engineering
Transportation Engineering
- Development of Transport Infrastructure@
- Public Transport: Operations & Service Planning@
- Smart Transport
- Traffic Engineering & Control
- Transport Management
- Urban Transport Planning – Theory & Practice@
Dissertation
- Dissertation on a specific topic
Recommended Electives
- Statutory Framework for Construction Practice
- Metros in Hong Kong and China
- Port Policy and Management
- Air Transport Logistics and Management
- Sustainable Finance **New subject**
- Low-Carbon Construction Materials **New subject**
@ This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
Most Core Subjects are offered every year while some subjects are offered in alternate years.
For subject details, please visit www.polyu.edu.hk/cee/.
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Dr Chao ZHOU
PhD, BEng
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A Bachelor’s degree with Honours in civil engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Applicants must also meet the English language requirement of the University. Please visit https://www.polyu.edu.hk/study/pg/taught-postgraduate/2025/admission-requirements-tpg for details.
For general enquiries, please contact:
Ms Sofi Mok
Tel: (852) 2766 4789
Fax: (852) 2334 6389
Email: sofi.mok@polyu.edu.hk
Website: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/cee/
For further information on academic matters, please contact:
Dr Chao ZHOU
Tel: (852) 2766 6071
Email: c.zhou@polyu.edu.hk
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6 (Part-time)
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HK$7,000 per credit for local and non-local students.
Remarks: No tuition fee required for 1-credit Academic Integrity and Ethics (AIE) subject.
Entry Scholarships are available. Please visit here for details.
PolyU reserves the right to change or withdraw the scholarship at any time. In case of any dispute/disagreement, PolyU’s decision is final.
I completed the part-time MSc in Civil Engineering programme offered by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering with distinction. The programme offered me a chance to pursue in-depth studies in the civil engineering field and broaden my knowledge beyond my present job. Through the programme, I had a chance to explore the areas of seismic design and wind engineering. I also learned about the innovative techniques used in the industry. The programme has definitely helped me move further in my career.
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Recommendation letters from any professional institutions or copies of professional qualifications are optional.
