Civil Engineering

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program in Civil Engineering from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims at developing the skills needed to identify issues related to Civil Engineering and the ability to formulate and propose solutions to a problem in an independent manner. 

A candidate for a PhD degree in Civil Engineering from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is expected to demonstrate mastery of knowledge in the chosen discipline and to synthesize and create new knowledge, making an original and substantial contribution to the discipline.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the PhD in Civil Engineering from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, graduates will be able to:

• Acquire advanced knowledge in mathematics and science on which civil engineering research and practice are based;
• Acquire the ability to independently and ethically plan and conduct experiments, produce original experimental data and analyze and interpret the results;
• Acquire and further enhance an ability to develop and apply modern engineering and IT tools effectively and efficiently for engineering analysis, design, research and communication;
• Develop an ability to identify and formulate civil engineering problems, and propose feasible solutions with an appreciation of their underlying assumptions, uncertainties, constraints, and technical limitations within a multidisciplinary research environment;
• Develop technical competency to analyze and design civil engineering components and systems, with an in-depth understanding of the principles behind the design methodologies;
• Contribute cutting edge knowledge in at least one major area of specialization within civil engineering and demonstrate the ability to evaluate one’s own contribution to the field; and
• Develop an ability to teach a subject, communicate and present ideas effectively, including oral, written, and technical writing skills, and to function effectively within and among teams with a variety of backgrounds and interests.

Applicants may apply for individual concentration(s) such as:

• Energy Technology Concentration

• Nanotechnology Concentration

• Scientific Computation Concentration

Courses included:

• Various courses are offered to help students gain a wider exposure to multidisciplinary areas and broaden their knowledge base. Please visit the program website for further details.