Faculty of Engineering Geotechnical Engineering

Offered As:	Minor
URL:	https://engg.hku.hk/Portals/0/UG/syllabuses/Syllabus-CivE-21-22-4Y.pdf#Minor-in-GeoE
*Open to students of other Faculties:	Yes
Selection process required:	No
Credits:	48
What is it about?	Geotechnical engineering includes studies in the major area of soil and rock mechanics, foundation and earth retaining systems, ground treatment and slope engineering. Landslide is a common natural hazard in Hong Kong in which engineers and researchers spend much effort to mitigate the loss. Furthermore, development of the city urges into constructing tunnels and caverns, and reclaiming lands for a sustainable infrastructure development. Therefore, there is a strong demand for graduates with background in geotechnical engineering knowledge to work in these related projects.
Offering Faculty/ Department/ School/Institute	Department of Civil Engineering

Pre-requisite requirements and/or other conditions for declaring the major/minor	- Level 3 or above in HKDSE Mathematics or equivalent - Level 3 or above in HKDSE Physics or Combined Science with Physics component or equivalent
Career opportunities	There is a strong demand for graduates with background in geotechnical engineering knowledge to work in areas such as tunnels and caverns construction and reclamation of lands.
Further information	http://engg.hku.hk/home/minor/geotech.htm
Contact	Prof. K.L. Su Email: klsu@hku.hk

* Note: Students pursuing curricula with major / minor programme(s) must complete at least one major programme from their home Faculties upon graduation. Disclaimer: The information is provided by the Faculties/Schools as of August 2026 and is subject to change by respective units. Students are advised to consult their Faculty/School Office(s) in case of doubt.