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Environmental Science and Engineering
Major
Environmental Science and Engineering
環境科學及工程學
Degree / Award Title
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Science and Engineering
工學士(環境科學及工程學)
Offering Academic Unit
School of Energy and Environment
Mode of Study
Full-time

Aims of Major
The Environmental Science and Engineering (EVE) Programme is designed to provide professional education to train students to be knowledgeable in environmental science and engineering so that they can work as environmental professionals contributing to improved environmental performance and sustainability. The programme objectives are:
 
  1. To provide students with broad-based knowledge and fundamentals of environmental science and engineering with three streams, namely environmental technology, sustainability and environmental management, and environmental science;
  2. To produce graduates who can perform competently as environmental professionals, scientists and engineers in commercial, industrial and non-governmental organizations, civil services and educational institutions; 
  3. To produce graduates that are aware of global, societal, ethical and professional issues and responsibilities in the practice of environmental science and engineering and make contributions to the betterment of the society; and
  4. To nurture students’ ability to engage in life-long learning and professional development.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Major (MILOs)
Upon successful completion of this major, students should be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and state-of-the-art technology in the environmental science and engineering discipline.
  2. Design and conduct environmental engineering experiments, analyse data and interpret data.
  3. Design a system, component, or process in environmental engineering context to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, such as environmental, economic, social, political, ethical, health and safety, and sustainability.
  4. Work effectively as part of a focused or multi-disciplinary team.
  5. Identify, formulate and solve environmental engineering problems.
  6. Be conversant with professional, social, ethical, health and safety responsibilities of a competent engineer.
  7. Communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
  8. Analyse the impact of engineering solutions on sustainability and environmental management in a societal or economic context.
  9. Explain contemporary issues relating to sustainability and describe their implications for environmental engineering practice and the development of innovative technologies.
  10. Recognise the need for, and engage in, life-long learning.
  11. Use mathematical or experimental tools and techniques relevant to the environmental disciplines along with an understanding of their processes and limitations.
  12. Use the computer/IT tools relevant to the environmental disciplines along with an understanding of their processes and limitations.

Degree Requirements

RequirementsNormative 4-year
Degree

Advanced Standing I2Advanced Standing II3
Gateway Education requirement30 credit units21 credit units12 credit units
School requirement18 credit units/
3 credit units1		WaivedWaived
Major requirement

74 credit units
(Core: 65
Elective: 9)

74 credit units
(Core: 65
Elective: 9)		54 credit units
(Core: 45
Elective: 9)
Free electives / Minor (if applicable)0 credit unit/
22 credit units or above1		0 credit unit0 credit unit
Minimum Graduation Requirement:122 or 1261 credit units95 credit units66 credit units
Maximum Credit Units Permitted:144 credit units114 credit units84 credit units
Note 1:
Note 2:		For Normative 4-year Degree students with eSTAR stream.
For students with recognised Advanced Level Examinations or equivalent qualifications.
Note 3:For Associate Degree/Higher Diploma graduates admitted to the senior year.

Professional Recognition
This major programme is intended to be accredited by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). The HKIE professional qualifications are recognized by other engineering institutions throughout the world.  As HKIE and Engineering Council are Washington Accord signatories, this ensures the Major will receive recognition by all other signatory countries.