Overview

The Master of Science in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering Stream curriculum from The University of Hong Kong aims at providing postgraduate education for graduates aspiring to pursue careers in civil engineering. It is also intended for civil engineer professionals seeking to advance and update their knowledge.

The programme offers the option of four focused streams of study, a general stream and specialised streams in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering.

Mode of Attendance

Full Time (minimum one year, maximum two years, with classes mainly on weekday evenings and Saturdays)

Part Time (minimum two years, maximum three years, with classes mainly on weekday evenings and Saturdays)

Lectures of a few modules may be given during daytime of weekdays to suit mainly Full Time student. There are two semesters and one summer semester in an academic year.

Programme Structure

Curriculum includes:

Advanced soil mechanics
Environmental impact assessment of engineering projects
Finite element method
Foundation engineering
Ground improvement
Highway pavement engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-11 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction Geology View 16 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Comply with the University Entrance Requirements; and
Hold a Bachelor's degree from The University of Hong Kong in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent qualification in an appropriate field of study from another university or institution of recognised standing in the following areas: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or environment-related sciences, Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

320000 HKD / year

≈ 320000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

210800 HKD / year

≈ 210800 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Mode of Attendance

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Hong Kong

Funding

Scholarships Information

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