The course is designed for the students enrolled in the research degree programmes to participate in collaborative projects directed by academic staff members in PHY in relevant areas recommended by the department. The course will on one hand encourage the students to broaden their vision in scientific researches via discovery-based learning and research, and on the other hand will give them solid experience in the specific areas which can help them pursue related careers after their PhD graduation. 

The student will be required to submit a written report half-way through and at the end of the semester on the above listed activates. The student will also give an oral presentation at the end of the semester, and at least one presentation no later than half-way through the semester. The supervisor or the collaborator will be requested to confirm the presentations and discussions of the student in his/her group meeting by signing on a prepared Form sheet. The student will be required to submit his/her presentation file each time to the course leader for assessment.