Faculty of Engineering Energy Engineering

Offered As:	Major
URL:	https://engg.hku.hk/Portals/0/UG/syllabuses/Syllabus-EngSc-22-23-4Y.pdf [Pls see p.7]
*Open to students of other Faculties:	Yes (This major is available for the 2024-2025 intake or earlier.)
Selection process required:	No
Credits:	96
What is it about?	The limited resources of the earth and the implications of a series of energy crisis propel mankind to seriously think about the proper and efficient utilization of world energy. Specialists in the technology on sustainable and renewable energy are highly sought all over the world and this programme is best in nurturing experts in the exploration and development of renewable energy. This major is jointly offered by the Departments of Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, which enables students to acquire the knowledge in various categories of renewable energy, energy technology, power system, electric vehicle, building services and electrical system for mass transportation.
Offering Faculty/ Department/ School/Institute	BEng in Engineering Science programme

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 Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Combined Science or Integrated Science or equivalent PHYS1240 Physics by Inquiry - Pass the course PHYS1240 Physics by Inquiry for the students without Level 3 or above in HKDSE Physics or Combined Science with Physics component or equivalent
Career opportunities	Graduates with this major may work as Engineers in Power and Electricity Company, Mass Transportation Corporation, or in the HKSAR government. For further information, please check with the Faculty of Engineering and CEDARS (Careers & Placement).
Further information	https://www.dase.hku.hk/teaching-and-learning/current-students/bachelor-of-engineering-in-engineering-science
Contact	Prof. Y. Wang Email: yiwang@eee.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.