"Stay curious, keep learning and keep thinking from different angles" is what I learnt during my years of study in the Department of Applied Physics at PolyU. Learning science is not just about memorising  “facts”, but also about learning how to use physics phenomenon for applications and solving problems.

The Engineering Physics programme covers a wide range of physics theories and the working mechanisms of many engineering applications, which will allow me to face future challenges and continue my studies.

WONG Ki Hei

During four years of study in the Engineering Physics programme, I broadened my scientific horizons, especially in physics. The programme provided an opportunity for me to explore various fields of science applicable to engineering, such as optics, mechanics, acoustics and electromagnetics, etc.

Conducting experiments was essential in my learning because it allowed me to put my knowledge into practice, and also reminded me that the key to success is to believe in yourself and keep finding reasons for failure and how to make improvements. This attitude is important in both scientific research and life. All we have to do is believe in ourselves and never give up.

I would like to thank all of the professors and staff at the Department of Applied Physics and my fellow classmates for their teaching, support and advice during my studies. I deeply believe that my knowledge of applied physics will be helpful in further studies and my career, and will enable me to contribute to our society.

NG Choi Fung

我曾一度對未來感到迷惘，但入讀香港理工大學後，人生開始有了轉變。選讀香港理工大學應用物理學系，讓我有機會到密西根州立大學參與暑期科研，並得以加入該校化學工程及材料科學系的一個以電腦模擬為主的研究小組。在那裡的經歷，讓我愛上了科研並排解了我對前途的困惑。在密西根為期十一個星期的實習中，我的專案是做基於密度泛函理論的計算，對比氧化鋰和硫化鋰作為固體電解質層的各方面不同。在教授和博士生們的悉心幫助下，我的項目取得了一定的成果，就此我更發表了一個三十分鐘的演講報告。這次寶貴的經歷讓我體會到從事科研的快樂。現在的我不再迷惘，決定把自己的時間及精力投入到電池領域科研工作中，期望能回饋社會。

祁冀