Sept 2021 Entry
Programme code: JS37914 years
121 (plus 2 training credits)
Award Coordinator
Dr Hongqin Fan
BEng, MSc, PhD, MHKIE, MHKICM, MCIOB
Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes
This programme provides an excellent opportunity for students who would like to pursue an education in the building engineering and construction management profession. The advancing building construction industry in Hong Kong and neighbouring regions requires graduates who possess highly specialised skills in technology, management and communication. Students also face intellectual challenges that promote self-development and enhance problem-solving skills. Our well-trained graduates are in great demand as professional building engineers and construction managers because they can easily adapt to the changing needs of the construction industry and have developed the expertise that is necessary to plan, coordinate, supervise and control the complex process of building projects.
Programme Characteristics
Students are required to take 121 credits and 2 training credits in this four-year programme. The subjects include Building Engineering and Technology, Management, Project Work and English.
Site visits and guest lectures are arranged throughout the year.
Practical training (Work-Integrated Education) is required during the summer term.
We have a mentorship scheme in which students are matched with local employers to gain insights into professional practice.
Our Student Exchange Programme with Loughborough University (UK), the Queensland University of Technology (Australia), Georgia Institute of Technology (USA), the University of Florida (USA) and others, provides opportunities to study abroad.
Professional Recognition
Professional accreditation has been granted from the following institutions:
Career Prospects
Following appropriate training in industry, graduates will become building engineers and/or construction managers. The continuing growth of Hong Kong's building and infrastructure development offers opportunities for challenging and rewarding careers. Our graduates usually take up positions with construction companies or real estate development companies.
Satisfy the University's General Entrance Requirements.
There is no compulsory subject requirement. Preferred subject(s) with the highest weighting for admission score calculation include(s):
Relevant Applied Learning subject(s) that can be considered for meeting the University entrance requirement and admission score calculation is/are:
For further programme information, please contact:
The General Office (tel: 2766 7770/3400 8121/3400 8120; email: bsvivien@polyu.edu.hk).
My engineering training at BRE paved a career path on which I have become a professional building engineer. The BEM programme not only help me to establish a solid foundation of building construction knowledge, but also developed my personal skills so I could become a competent leader. With comprehensive training, I was the Best Graduate Candidate in the 2009-2010 Membership Examination of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (Building Division).
Building Engineering is a great profession that contributes enormously to human development. I hope my story will inspire young people to study in the BEM programme and join the construction industry as well. Chen Fai Wing, Phyllis |  |
 | Given that the construction industry is expected to generate huge demand for fresh engineers in the near future, I graduated at just the right time. Throughout my three years of study, BRE gave me a glimpse of the building profession, not only academically but also practically. The courses featured up-to-date industry knowledge to ensure that students are well equipped before entering the business world. Meanwhile, extracurricular activities such as the Asian Coalition for Building Science and Construction Engineering and a study tour provided me with exposure to foreign technologies and cultures. Working as a member of the organising committee of our study tour also helped me to developed my leadership and planning skills. All these gave me an advantage over graduates from other universities.
My current role as a management trainee at Hip Hing Construction is very challenging. Without the guidance and support I received from BRE I would not have had a clear picture of my career development, and neither would I have earned a place at the company in today’s competitive environment. Lam Ho Yip, Percy |
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