4 years

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering
126 (plus 12 practical training credits)

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)
126 (plus 12 practical training credits)

BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development
125 (plus 12 practical training credits)

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility)
Secondary Major: AI and Data Analytics
138 (plus 12 practical training credits)

Scheme Leader
Ir Prof. Jian-Guo Dai
PhD, BEng, FHKIE, FIIFC

Programme Leader - BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering & BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) (Secondary Major: AI and Data Analytics)
Prof. Yuhong Wang
PhD, MSc, MEng, BEng

Programme Leader - BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)
Prof. Songye Zhu
PhD

Programme Leader - BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development
Ir Dr Shao-Yuan Leu
PhD, M.S., B.S.

• Four full-time programmes are offered under the Scheme:
  1. BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering
  2. BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)
  3. ​BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development
  4. BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) (Secondary Major: AI and Data Analytics)
• Students admitted into the Scheme study a common curriculum for the first year.
• At the end of the second semester of Year 1, students can select programmes 1-3 as their major according to their interests without being subject to further assessment.
• Admission to programme 4 is on a competitive basis. Students are subject to further assessment, i.e. students’ own choice and the overall GPA of Year 1. 
• For the details of programme 4, please see the “Secondary Major Details” section.
• The credit requirements of these programmes are indicative only. They are subject to review.
• To recognise the outstanding academic performance of HKDSE students, the Department will grant entry scholarship to eligible HKDSE students admitted to the programmes via JUPAS. The award criteria of the scholarship are listed in the information sheet, which is subject to change and will be announced on the same website in due course.

Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes & Characteristics

BEng (Hons) Scheme in Civil Engineering and Sustainable Development

This brand new BEng (Hons) Scheme in Civil Engineering and Sustainable Development is designed to provide students with a high-quality interdisciplinary education in the areas of civil engineering, structural and fire safety engineering, and environmental engineering. Students have a unique opportunity to study a common curriculum for the first year so that they know how to select their major (out of four programmes) at the end of Year 1. The programmes will bring interesting and practical learning experiences to students, and offer them a range of highly in-demand skills for career development.   Graduates are eligible to join Scheme A training of The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers in the Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, Fire, Environmental and Logistics & Transportation Engineering disciplines.  

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering

This professional programme is designed to provide students with a broad-based and high-quality interdisciplinary education in the areas of environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering as well as construction management. It aims to nurture well-rounded civil engineering graduates who are ready to work on projects with complex commercial, social, legal and political components.

Attractive features

• Four-year (1 common year + 3 years of your selected major) full-time comprehensive programme.
• Opportunities to join exchange programmes for 1-2 semesters at universities with international reputations.
• Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
• Summer placements in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
• Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)

This programme aims at educating students to be competent engineers who can design, maintain and retrofit both new and existing buildings, by providing technical knowledge of structural engineering and both active and passive fire protection technologies.

Attractive features

• Four-year (1 common year + 3 years of your selected major) full-time comprehensive programme.
• A unique undergraduate programme that combines the essential elements of structural engineering, civil engineering and fire safety engineering.
• Opportunities to join exchange programmes for 1-2 semesters at universities with international reputations.
• Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
• Summer placement in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
• Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.

BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development

This programme is the first of its kind offered by Hong Kong institutions; it emphasises environmental engineering, sustainable development, and occupational safety and health.

In addition to environmental engineering, this programme covers water and waste management, circular economics, energy sustainability, and urban development. Graduates of this programme will be able to devise practical solutions to environmental and safety problems and contribute to policy formulation that will lead to sustainable development.

Attractive features

• Four-year (1 common year + 3 years of your selected major) full-time comprehensive programme.
• Opportunities to join exchange programmes for 1-2 semesters at universities with international reputations.
• Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
• Summer placement in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
• Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.

Professional Recognition

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering

Full accreditation has been granted by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). Graduates of this programme are expected to be qualified for Corporate Membership of HKIE after appropriate training. Graduates are eligible to join Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines.

• Civil Discipline
• Environmental Discipline
• Geotechnical Discipline
• Structural Discipline
• Logistics & Transportation Discipline (on condition that the graduates have completed CSE40408 - Traffic Surveys and Transport Planning)

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)

Full accreditation of the programme by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) will be sought. Graduates of this programme will then be qualified for Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines.

• Civil Discipline
• Structural Discipline
• Fire Discipline

BEng(Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development

Full accreditation has been granted by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). Graduates of this programme are expected to be qualified for Corporate Membership of HKIE after appropriate training. Graduates are eligible to join Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines.

• Environmental Discipline
• Logistics & Transportation Discipline (on condition that the graduates must have completed CSE30312 - Transportation and Highway Engineering AND either CSE40407 - Design of Transport Infrastructure OR CSE40408 - Traffic Surveys and Transport Planning)

Career Prospects

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering

Our graduates are well-prepared for employment as engineers and can expect to receive rewarding salaries in both public and private sector employment in governmental agencies or as engineering consultants and contractors.

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)

Our graduates are well-prepared for employment as engineers and can expect to receive good salaries in both the public and private sectors.

BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development

Our graduates are ready for employment as environmental engineers, promoting sustainable development and safety. They have good career prospects in both the public and private sectors, as civil servants, managers, analysts, government officers, and environmental consultants.

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering

• Comprehensive civil engineering subjects are taught in the third and the fourth years, covering practical knowledge of environmental, geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering.
• In the final year, students are required to work on an Individual Project and a Design Project.  Students are also allowed to choose elective subjects based on their interests.

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Structural and Fire Safety Engineering)

• The comprehensive core subjects of structural and fire disciplines are taught throughout the programme.
• In the final year, students are required to work on an Individual Project and a Design Project.

BEng (Hons) in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Development

• Comprehensive environmental, sustainable development, and occupational safety and health subjects are taught.
• Students are also allowed to choose elective subjects based on their interests, such as Logistics and Transportation.
• In the final year, students are required to work on an Individual Project and a Design Project.

For subject details, please visit www.polyu.edu.hk/cee/.

BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility)
Secondary Major: AI and Data Analytics

Credit Required for Graduation

138 (plus 12 practical training credits)

Programme Leader

Prof. Yuhong Wang
PhD, MSc, MEng, BEng

Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes & Characteristics

This programme is designed to provide students with not only the fundamental knowledge in civil and transportation engineering, but also knowledge in data analytics and computing. It aims to educate a new generation of civil engineering students with contemporary skills including attributes such as fast learners, creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and active collaborators in the smart mobility industry.

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 universities with international reputations.
• Practical training modules in the technologically advanced Industrial Centre of the University.
• Summer placements in Hong Kong, Mainland China or overseas.
• Scholarships are available for students demonstrating excellent academic performance.

Remarks

• Students admitted into the Scheme study a common curriculum for the first year.
• At the end of the second semester of Year 1, admission to BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering (Smart Mobility) (Secondary Major: AI and Data Analytics) is on a competitive basis. Students are subject to further assessment, i.e. students’ own choice and the GPA of Year 1. 
• Only students with a Cumulative GPA of 2.70 or above may be considered for enrollment to the Secondary Major.
• Students who wish to withdraw from the Secondary Major must obtain approval from the Department before the end of the add/drop period of the last semester of study.
• For students who have successfully withdrawn from the Secondary Major, the student's major will be changed to BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering. The graduation may be delayed.

Professional Recognition

Full accreditation of the programme by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) will be sought. Graduates of this programme may then be qualified for Scheme A training of HKIE in the following disciplines.

• Civil Discipline
• Geotechnical Discipline
• Structural Discipline
• Logistics & Transportation Discipline

Career Prospects

Our graduates are well-prepared for employment as engineers and can expect to receive rewarding salaries in both the public and private sectors, such as governmental agencies, engineering consultants and contractors.

Curriculum

• Comprehensive civil engineering subjects are taught from the second to the fourth year, covering practical knowledge of geotechnical, hydraulic, structural and transportation engineering. 
• In the final year, students are required to work on an Individual Project and a Design Project.  Students are also allowed to choose some elective subjects based on their interests.
• Double counting subjects of the Major towards the Secondary Major include:
  • COMP1012 PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS
  • CSE4XXXX INTEGRATED CAPSTONE PROJECT
    (Remark:  One more subject is to be confirmed)

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):

• Chinese Language
• English Language
• Mathematics
• Mathematics (Extended part - Calculus and Statistics)
• Mathematics (Extended part - Algebra and Calculus)
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Combined Science: Biology + Chemistry
• Combined Science: Biology + Physics
• Combined Science: Physics + Chemistry
• Economics
• Geography
• Integrated Science

Applied Learning Subjects:

• Building Facilities Engineering
• Environmental Engineering

Relevant Applied Learning subject(s) that can be considered for meeting the University entrance requirement and admission score calculation is/are:

• Building Facilities Engineering
• Environmental Engineering

Any Best 5 Subjects

2021/22: 20.5 (Any Best 5 Subjects)

For further programme information, please contact:
the General Office (tel.: 2766 6068; email: enquiry.cee@polyu.edu.hk).