Overview

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

This Applied Geosciences option at The University of Hong Kong 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 Applied Geosciences 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.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Geology principles and practice
Advanced geology of Hong Kong
Site investigation and engineering geological techniques
Rock mechanics
Soil mechanics
Hydrogeology

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-16 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

66 alternative credits

66-69

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 5 other Masters in Earth Sciences in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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80

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree with First or Second Class Honours (or GPA equivalent) in Science, Engineering or a related subject.

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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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Non-residents

175000 HKD / year

≈ 175000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

175000 HKD / year

≈ 175000 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

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

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

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Hong Kong

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