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Diploma of Foundation Studies

Diploma of Foundation Studies - Engineering

Programme code FS113002E

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2024. Programme information for AY 2025/26 will be announced in early November 2024.
Duration of Study
1 Year
Mode of Study
Full-time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
IVE (Chai Wan)
IVE (Haking Wong)
IVE (Kwai Chung)
IVE (Lee Wai Lee)
IVE (Morrison Hill)
IVE (Sha Tin)
IVE (Tuen Mun)
IVE (Tsing Yi)
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 focuses 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.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of Diploma of Foundation Studies - Engineering completed the required module of the programme will be issued with Green Cards which fulfills the Mandatory Basic Safety Training requirement for working in construction sites.
Notes
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.