Diploma of Foundation Studies (Engineering) - Part-time (Evening) Programmes

Programme code FS523002E

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2023. Application information for AY 2024/25 will be announced later.

Duration of Study

2 Years
[Students are required to follow the programme arrangements stipulated by IVE, on average 3 to 4 evenings per week, normally 3 semesters (with summer semester) per academic year.]

Mode of Study

Part-time (Evening)

Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)

IVE (Haking Wong)

Entrance Requirements

Completion of Secondary 6 (under the New Senior Secondary academic structure) or equivalent.

Programme Aims

The programme aims to deliver a quality education, with vocational and generic elements, that will enable students to achieve both the basic skills required for developing a career in the industry, and a sound academic foundation for further studies. The programme emphasizes heavily on communication, in particular English, Chinese with Putonghua and information technology, as these areas are particularly important in the workplace. Emphasis is also placed on the development of interpersonal skills and teamwork, and a student-centred approach.

Career Prospects

This programme equips students with skills required for employment in the engineering industries and prepares them for further studies.

Articulation

Diploma of Foundation Studies graduates are eligible to apply for VTC's Higher Diploma programmes, which normally require five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English Language and Chinese Language.

Notes

Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.