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Abbreviation FT / PT
MSc (Applied Geosciences) FT / PT

The MSc (Applied Geosciences) programme provides graduates with further training in the applied geosciences for career and or personal development.

Engineering Geology Theme (1 year full-time or 2 years part-time)

This option aims to help engineering geologists improve their performance in professional work. Engineers and scientists wanting to advance their understanding of geology and geotechnics are also invited to apply for admission. The theme concentrates on the application of geology and mechanics in geotechnical practice and the development of professional skills.

Engineering Geology with HKIE Approved Courses Theme (1 year full-time or 2 years part-time)

This option aims to help engineering geologists improve their performance in professional work. The theme is designed to provide the additional courses which graduates in Earth Sciences or Geology would need to meet the entry requirements of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers in the Geotechnical Discipline.

General Applied Geosciences Theme (1 year full-time)

For full-time students (non-geologists)

This option aims to help science graduates, including geospatial professionals, advance their understanding of geology and geotechnics.

Expected degree conferment will take place in

Full-time: November / December 2025 (Winter Congregation)
Part-time: November / December 2026 (Winter Congregation)

Mode of Attendance

Full Time (one year, including daytime, evening and occasional meetings scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays for field trips and site visits)

Part Time (two years, including evening and occasional meetings scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays for field trips and site visits)

Medium of Instruction

English

Programme Entrance Requirements

Applicants should fulfil the University Entrance Requirements and should possess a Bachelor's degree with First or Second Class Honours (or equivalent GPA) in Science, Engineering or a related subject.

Programme Admissions Advisor(s)

Professor AW Malone
Tel: 2559 2555
Fax: 2517 6912
Email: awmalone@hku.hk

Professor LNY Wong
Tel:            2241 5970
Fax:           2517 6912
Email:       lnywong@hku.hk

Contacts

Tel: 3917 5287
Website: https://www.scifac.hku.hk or https://www.earthsciences.hku.hk/prospective-students/postgraduate-students/taught-postgraduates

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