Faculty of Construction and Environment
CODE
31078
SUBCODE
31078-EFM-EPM
ENTRY

Sept 2026 Entry

STUDY MODE
Mixed Mode
DURATION

1 year (Full-time)
2.5 years (Part-time)

CREDIT REQUIRED

31

FUND TYPE
Self-Financed
Application Deadline
Local - Mixed Mode
Sept 2026 Entry
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30
Non-local - Mixed Mode
Sept 2026 Entry
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30

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How to Apply
Aims & Characteristics

Programme Aims

The programme provides EITHER (1) studies of a conversion nature for graduates without formal environmental qualifications who are working?or who would like to work in the environmental protection field OR (2) studies of an in-depth nature for graduates who already possess a Bachelor's?qualification in environmental science or engineering.

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The programme provides students with?engineering and management knowledge?to tackle environmental engineering problems in the field of construction and industrial and infrastructure development and to confront challenges related to sustainable development and the achievement of carbon neutrality.

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Characteristics

This programme,?which offers?both in-depth and conversion study, is suitable for both graduates and professionals with previous qualifications who wish to gain advanced knowledge of environmental engineering and management or to diversify their expertise into the environmental fields. It allows students?the flexibility to choose?environmental engineering, environmental management and carbon neutrality subjects to build up their knowledge in line with their specific needs.

Curriculum

?Programme Structure

This is a mixed-mode programme.?Students can pursue their studies in either full-time or part-time mode.?The programme will?normally be?completed in 1 year?of full-time study or in 2.5 years?of part-time study, depending on the pace of the individual student.?Students are required to attend classes in the daytime and evening if they choose the full-time mode.

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Students?must complete 10 subjects (including at least 7 Core Subjects and at most 3 Elective Subjects) or 7 subjects (including at least 4 Core Subjects?and at most?3 Elective Subjects) plus?a 9-credit Dissertation and a 1-credit Academic Integrity and Ethics (AIE) subject.

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Areas of Study

Environmental Engineering

  • Air Pollution Control (C)
  • Drainage Design (C)
  • Environmental Noise and Vibration Control (C)
  • Indoor Air Quality Management (C)
  • Solid and Hazardous Waste Management (C)
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment (C)
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Design (C)

Environmental Management

  • Environmental Impact Assessment (C)
  • Environmental Management Systems and Audit (C)
  • Risk Assessment and Management (C)
  • Sustainable Development and Environmental Planning (C)
  • Urban Transport Planning - Theory and Practice (C)@

Carbon Neutrality

  • Building Carbon Footprint Assessment (E)
  • Coastal Processes and Engineering under Climate Change (E)
  • Global Climate Change and Society Response (C)
  • Low-Carbon Construction Materials (C)
  • Sustainable Finance (E)

Dissertation

  • Dissertation on a specific topic

Remarks: C - Core; E - Elective

@ This subject is included in the list of reimbursable courses for the Continuing Education Fund (CEF).

Most Core Subjects are offered every year, while some subjects are offered in alternate years.

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

Credit Required for Graduation

31

Programme Leader(s)

Prof. Yi Jiang
PhD, MSc, BEng

Subject Area
Environmental Management and Engineering
Entrance Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree with Honours in environmental engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, building services engineering, mechanical engineering,?applied sciences, or an equivalent qualification.

  • Applicants must also meet the English language?requirement of the University. Please visit /study/pg/taught-postgraduate/admission-requirements-tpg?for details.
Enquiries

For general enquiries, please contact:?
Mr Rai YIU?
Tel: (852) 2766 6015?
Fax: (852) 2334 6389?
Email: chung-man.yiu@polyu.edu.hk?
Website:

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For further information on academic matters, please contact:
Prof. Yi Jiang
Tel: (852) 2766 6044
Email: yi-cee.jiang@polyu.edu.hk

Programme Leaflet

Please click here to download.

Tuition Fee

HK$7,200 per credit for local?and non-local students.

Remarks: No tuition fee is required for the 1-credit Academic Integrity and Ethics (AIE) subject.

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Entry Scholarships are available. Please visit?here for details.

CEE reserves the right to change the terms or withdraw the scholarship.?In case of any dispute/disagreement, CEE’s decision is final.

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