Sept 2025 Entry
4 years
126 (plus 13 practical training credits) The credit requirements for this programme are indicative only and are subject to review.
What's New
Programme Aims, Learning Outcomes and Characteristics
This programme aims to nurture well-rounded civil engineering graduates who are conversant in environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering, in addition to construction management. Graduates will be able to plan, design, construct, and manage interdisciplinary civil engineering projects incorporating complex commercial, environmental, social and legal considerations.
All admitted students will embark on a Common Year One curriculum. Towards the end of year one, students can decide whether to continue with their initial choice or switch to another choice within the Faculty. Those who wish to change to another choice need to join a competitive process through a ranking assessment.
Attractive Features
- A 4-year (1 common year + 3 years of your selected major) full-time comprehensive programme.
- Opportunities to join exchange programmes for 1-2 semesters at top universities worldwide.
- Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
- Summer placement in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
- A global learning experience for each student.
- Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.
Professional Recognition
Full accreditation has been granted to this programme by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). As such, graduates of the programme are qualified for Corporate Membership of HKIE after appropriate training and are eligible to join Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines:
- Civil Discipline
- Environmental Discipline
- Geotechnical Discipline
- Structural Discipline
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Logistics & Transportation Discipline (upon completion of specific elective subjects)
Career Prospects
The majority of our graduates embark upon rewarding careers in government departments and authorities, engineering consultants and construction contractors soon after graduation. After a few years of work experience, many graduates further advance their careers by sitting an examination to become professional engineers. Other graduates pursue higher degrees at prestigious overseas institutions.
- The Year 1 common curriculum covers fundamental knowledge and the latest issues in civil engineering, as well as related fields in construction and environmental studies.
- The Years 2 and 3 curricula cover comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of civil engineering, environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering, and construction management.
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The Year 4 curriculum provides in-depth exposure to specific fields of interest through a wide range of advanced elective subjects. Students conduct a Design Project, which requires them to integrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their first 3 years of study, and an Individual Capstone Project, which gives them research experience and thereby assists their further intellectual development.
For subject details, please visit www.polyu.edu.hk/cee/.
BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) with a Secondary Major in AIDA
Credits Required for Graduation
138 (plus 13 practical training credits)
Programme Leader
Dr Wei Ma
PhD, BEng, BSc
Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes & Characteristics
Hong Kong is a global financial centre, a fast-growing tourism city, and an international shipping and aviation hub. Thus, Hong Kong has a great need for a smart, seamlessly integrated, and multi-modal mobility system that connects it with the nation and the world. This secondary major aims to equip a new generation of engineers with a mastery of knowledge and skills in civil engineering, transportation engineering, data analytics, and machine learning, such that they will become leaders in smart mobility development.
Attractive Features
- Four-year (1 common year + 3 years of your selected major) full-time comprehensive programme.
- Opportunities to join exchange programme for 1-2 semesters at top universities worldwide.
- Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
- Summer placements in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
- A global learning experience for each student.
- Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.
Remarks
- A common curriculum is provided for all first-year students.
- At the end of the second semester of Year 1, students who are interested in taking BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) with a Secondary Major in AIDA are subject to further assessment based on their grade point average (GPA) in Year 1.
- Only students with a cumulative GPA of 2.70 or above may be considered for enrolment into the Secondary Major.
- BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) is only offered in conjunction with the Secondary major: AI and Data Analytics.
- Students who wish to withdraw from the Secondary Major must obtain approval to do so from the Department before the end of the add/drop period of the final semester of study.
- Students who withdraw from the Secondary Major, will be changed to BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering, and their graduation may be delayed.
Professional Recognition
Full accreditation will be sought for the programme from The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). Once this has been obtained, graduates of the programme will be qualified for Corporate Membership of HKIE after appropriate training and are eligible to join Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines:
- Civil Discipline
- Geotechnical Discipline
- Structural Discipline
- Logistics & Transportation Discipline
Career Prospects
The majority of our graduates with a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering embark on rewarding careers in government departments and authorities, engineering consultants and construction contractors soon after graduation. After a few years of relevant working experience, many graduates further advance their careers by sitting an examination to become professional engineers. Other graduates pursue higher degrees at prestigious overseas institutions. In addition, graduates with this secondary major have a competitive edge when seeking positions with transport consultancies, public transport operators, Mobility-as-a-Service companies, and other positions in the field of smart mobility development and applications.
Curriculum
- Comprehensive civil engineering subjects are taught from the second to the fourth year, covering practical knowledge in the fields of geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering and construction management.
- The Year 1 common curriculum covers fundamental knowledge and the latest issues in civil engineering, as well as related fields in construction and environmental studies.
- The Year 2 and 3 curricula cover comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of civil engineering and transportation engineering. They also include elementary aspects of-statistics, data analysis, programming and machine learning.
- The Year 4 curriculum provides in-depth exposure to specific fields through a wide range of advanced elective subjects in civil engineering, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. Students conduct a Design Project, which requires them to integrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their first 3 years of study, and an Integrated Capstone Project, which gives them experience in researching specific topics in smart mobility and thereby supports their further intellectual development.
- There are 12 credits of double-counting subjects of the Major towards the Secondary Major.
126 (plus 13 practical training credits) The credit requirements for this programme are indicative only and are subject to review.
Dr You Dong
PhD, BSc
Please click here to view the entrance requirements for non-JUPAS applicants.
Other Information
- Applicants attaining good results in science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Calculus) are preferred.
For further programme information, please contact:
Miss Cindy NG (tel.: 2766 6017; email: cindy.cc.ng@polyu.edu.hk).
Studying at PolyU has been an enriching experience, offering me the opportunity to learn from a diverse array of world-class experts hailing from different parts of the globe. The unwavering support and guidance provided by our dedicated teachers has been instrumental in shaping our academic journey, instilling in us a sense of passion and perseverance to observe problems and solve them as an engineering student.
Furthermore, the academic curriculum at PolyU is thoughtfully designed to not only impart theoretical knowledge but also provide ample opportunities for practical learning. Armed with knowledge gained from our lessons, we can establish a robust foundation for our chosen career paths. Through a series of engaging practical experiments and industrial training programs, we students are empowered to apply our classroom learning in real-world scenarios, hone our skills and become prepared to face the challenges of the professional engineering landscape and thus perform better in internship training.
In addition to academic pursuits, my involvement in the HKIE student chapter committee during the 2023/24 session has been invaluable in term of broadening my perspective on the field of professional engineering. Exposure to a diverse range of experiences has not only enriched my understanding but also inspired me to aspire to greater heights in my chosen career path.
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering provides abundant opportunities to facilitate well-rounded development. I had the privilege of founding the PolyU Smart Mobility Student Chapter and contributing to our team’s achievement of the first runner-up prize in the ESRI Young Scholar Award competition (Group Application). These experiences not only honed my leadership abilities but also kept me connected with the evolving developments in our field.
My involvement with a research team focused on low carbon concrete and 3D printing of concrete was particularly rewarding. This was a valuable opportunity to engage in research that emphasises sustainability—an essential consideration in today’s engineering practices.
The support I received from the department has been instrumental to my growth outside PolyU as well. The opportunities to serve as the chairperson of the HKIE Student Chapter and to lead initiatives with Engineers Without Borders Hong Kong have enriched my experience and allowed me to contribute to the community.
Most recently, I completed a year-long exchange program and my final year project at Imperial College London under the guidance of Prof. Jamie Standing. This experience, which include visits to the Central Line of the London Underground a collaboration with Arup London, helped me to gain insights into global practices in construction and deepen my understanding of geotechnical engineering.
These experiences have significantly shaped my perspective and skills, I encourage you to embrace the diverse opportunities that await you in the CEE programme.
While completing my four-year degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering at PolyU, I was captivated by the dynamic interplay of the various disciplines that shape the built environment. From structural design and geotechnical analysis to hydraulic design and transportation planning, I gained a holistic understanding of how these different disciplines work together to deliver infrastructure projects.
The hands-on learning opportunities were a particular highlight. Whether I was conducting soil tests in the lab, designing a building project in a group, or participating in a construction project during my internship, I was able to seamlessly translate the theory learned in the classroom into practice seamlessly.
Since graduating in 2023, my career has taken an exciting turn. As a civil engineering graduate now working for the Hong Kong Government, I am helping strengthen the city's infrastructure. I've had the opportunity to rotate among various departments, ranging from the Highways Department to the Drainage Services Department, where I have applied my academic knowledge and hands-on experiences in my daily work. Applying the skills and expertise developed during my studies towards meaningful projects that benefit the community has been a deeply rewarding experience.
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