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Information Technology
Programme Code IT114208
Higher Diploma in Theme Park and Theatre Creative Technology
Basic Information
The programme aims to equip students with all-rounded knowledge and skills in operating theme parks and theatre-related entertainment performances by integrating aspects of stagecraft, theatre lighting, sound technology and visual effects etc. It provides opportunities for professional training, industrial attachment and career development, and nurtures a new generation of technical personnel with IT talents.
The programme is designed with an emphasis on generic and language training, whole-person development and workplace experience to better prepare students for further studies and employment after graduation.
The programme is designed with an emphasis on generic and language training, whole-person development and workplace experience to better prepare students for further studies and employment after graduation.
Mode of Study
Full-time
Duration of Study
2 Years
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
HKIIT at IVE (Tuen Mun)
Study Places
HKIIT at IVE (Tuen Mun) - 30
Admission Score
Average Result: 14 1
Score Range: 10 - 20 1
Score Range: 10 - 20 1
Professional Recognition
The programme is recognised by the Hong Kong Computer Society as satisfying the academic requirements for its Associate Membership.
Remarks
- Admission score in 2025 refers to score of the best 5 HKDSE subjects, including Chinese Language and English Language of admitted students in 2025. For reference only. (Scoring scale: 5** = 7 points; 5* = 6 points; 5 = 5 points; 4 = 4 points; 3 = 3 points; 2 = 2 points; 1 = 1 point)
Notes
- The programme information is applicable to local applicants. For non-local applicants, please visit here.
- Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
Entrance Requirements
- HKDSE
Chinese Language
2
English Language
2
Core/Elective Subject
2
Core/Elective Subject
2
Core/Elective Subject
2
- VTC Diploma of Foundation Studies; OR
- VTC Diploma of Vocational Education / VTC Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate; OR
- Diploma Yi Jin / Diploma of Applied Education; OR
- Relevant and substantial work experience and/or prior qualification(s) obtained in or outside Hong Kong (e.g. assessed through recognition of prior learning and credit accumulation and transfer), with demonstrated ability to undertake sub-degree education; OR
- Equivalent
Remarks
- Applicants can use HKDSE Applied Learning (ApL) subjects (except ApL Chinese) for admission purpose. An "Attained", "Attained with Distinction (I)" and "Attained with Distinction (II)" in an ApL subject (Category B subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2", "Level 3" and "Level 4" respectively for admission purpose.
- One Other Language subject (Category C subjects) can be counted for admission purpose. For 2024 HKDSE and before, a "Grade D or E" and a "Grade C or above" in an HKDSE Other Languages subjects are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" and "Level 3" respectively. From 2025 HKDSE onwards, Language Proficiency Level A2 or above in French / German / Spanish, N3 or above in Japanese and TOPIK II: Grade 3 or above in Korean are recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement. Starting from 2026 HKDSE, a Grade E or above in Urdu language will also be recognised for the same purpose. For details, please click here.
- An "Attained" in HKDSE Citizenship and Social Development is regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" for admission purpose.
- If one of the five HKDSE subjects is Citizenship and Social Development, the general entrance requirement would become "Attained" for Citizenship and Social Development and Level 2 or above in four other HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language and English Language. Besides, Level 2 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or Module 2) is also recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement. If applicants have taken both Module 1 and Module 2, either one of the modules (with a higher level) will be counted for admission purpose.
- Applicable to holders of Diploma in Vocational Education / Diploma of Vocational Education (DVE) (students admitted to DVE in AY2017/18 or before are required to complete prescribed further studies modules).
- Upon completion of the Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate (DVB) programmes, students can progress to Higher Diploma programmes in VTC, subject to their BTEC and IGCSE results.
- Applications with work experience and/or prior qualification(s) submitted will be assessed individually by the departments concerned.
Articulation / Employment
Articulation
Graduates may apply for admission to the following programmes:
- Degree programmes in local universities:
- The City University of Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Baptist University
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- The Hong Kong Metropolitan University
- The University of Hong Kong
- Articulation Degree programmes in overseas universities (conducted at IVE campus):
- University of the West of England, UK
- Other Universities in the UK and Australia
Career Prospects
Graduates may be employed as designers, technical managers, operators and technicians in theme parks, professional theatre companies and theatre venues.
Curriculum
- CAD Study
- Entertainment Technologies and Professional Practices
- Sound Technology in Theme Park and Theatre
- Lighting Technology in Theme Park and Theatre
- Digital Photography & Video Shooting Fundamentals
- Digital Video Editing Fundamentals
- Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
- Whole Person Development - Mindshift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
- IT Essentials - Media
- Sound Design and Operation
- Stage Lighting Design and Operation
- Video Production and Stage Visual Effects
- Interactive Media Programming
- Mathematics and Problem Solving Techniques
- Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
- Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
- Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part A)
- Entertainment Project Development
- Live Entertainment Event Broadcasting
- Enrichment Module B
- Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
- Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part B)
- Live Event Management and Strategies
- Integrated Theme Park and Theatre Entertainment Study
- Final Year Project
- Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
- Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21st Century Workplace
- Audio-Visual Installation and Technical Assembling
- IT Professionalism
- Final Year Project
- Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations, Administrative and Technical Text Writing
- Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
- Enrichment Module A
Remarks
- Industrial Attachment: Students will have opportunity to join internship in Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park Hong Kong, Theatre venues under Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong Repertory Theatre, Chung Ying Theatre Company and other professional theatre companies.
Tuition Fees
1st Year Tuition Fees (HK$)
$35,140
Remarks
- The study duration of Higher Diploma programmes is normally 2 years. The tuition fee is payable in two installments each year. Each installment is HK$17,570.
- In addition to tuition fees, students will be required to pay other fees, such as caution money and students’ union annual fees. Students of Higher Diploma programmes will be required to pay the study package fees for Chinese & Putonghua modules.
- Some students may be required to study bridging modules or enhancement programmes to support their study; or to attend additional training, industrial attachments, public examinations for which separate fees will be charged.
- Tuition fees are subject to annual review. The tuition fee levels for 2nd Year will be reviewed subject to inflationary adjustments and other relevant factors.
- The information listed above is only applicable to local students.
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