Programme Aims & Features

The construction sector is one of the driving forces behind Hong Kong’s economy. The future looks even brighter for those who are eager to make their creative mark in this vibrant and expanding market. Emerging opportunities such as architectural conservation, sustainable development, urban renewal, building maintenance and most importantly, the blooming construction industry in China will, undoubtedly, open up new prospects for local and non-local architectural career development.

The series of programmes provides students with essential knowledge and skills related to design, building technology and professional practice, and produces pre-professional graduates capable of working in the industry or pursuing further studies. 

The programme utilizes special studio facilities exclusively for HKU SPACE architectural studies students.  The programme also includes lots of exiting outside-classroom activities such as building and site visits and project research.

Opportunities for Further Studies

The programme will also enable students to further their studies. In past years, a considerable number of graduates were accepted by leading local or overseas architecture or design schools as shown in the list below. Most were admitted directly to Year 2 or Year 3 of degree programmes:

• The University of Hong Kong
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• University of Plymouth
• Curtin University of Technology
• RMIT University
• The University of New South Wales
• The University of Adelaide
• The Architectural Association (AA)
• The University of Liverpool
• The University of Manchester
• University of Nottingham
• The University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
• Kingston University
• University of Westminister
• University of Northumbria
• De Montfort University

This programme consists of 17 modules (291 credits in total) in 3 years for part-time mode. There are 2 semesters in each year.

• Part-time Year 1:

1. Architectural Design 1
2. Visual Studies 1
3. Environmental Controls 1
4. Building Structures 1
5. Building Construction 1
6. English for Architectural Studies
7. Modern Architecture

• Part-time Year 2:

1. Architectural Design 2
2. Visual Studies 2a
3. Environmental Controls 2
4. Building Structures 2
5. Building Construction 2
6. Architects in Practice
7. Architectural Theory and Critical Context

• Part-time Year 3:

1. Architectural Design 3
2. Visual Studies 2b
3. Hong Kong Architectural Practice

*Programme Structure is subject to final confirmation.

The "Professional Diploma in Architectural Studies" is awarded within the HKU system to students who have completed the required modules and fulfilled the following requirements:

• Normally achieved 80% attendance* in lectures, design studio, field trip/site visit components; and
• Passed all assessments.

*In the event a student cannot attend a class function (i.e. lecture, tutorial, field trip or site visit), he/she must in advance formally submit a written application for a short leave. Only sickness or unforeseen circumstances will be considered as valid reasons for absence.

Application Code	2145-AS001A	-

Venue

• Island East Campus

Application Fee

HK$200 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee

• HK$48,270 per year (Paid in 2 installments)