Telecommunications and Networking

Every day, the telecommunications and networking industry plays an important role within our society, regardless of the circumstance and context. Even during the trying times of the current pandemic and regressing economy, the telecommunications and networking industry continues to grow rapidly and to support the needs and demand of the IT sector of Hong Kong. Through this programme, we aim to provide student with practical knowledge and skills of telecommunications and networking, with a particular emphasis upon the implementation and administration of networks and telecommunication systems.



Professional fields covered:

  • Network Fundamentals
  • Signals and Systems
  • Contemporary Topics in Telecommunications and Networking
  • Wireless Communications
  • Telecommunication Network Services
  • Advanced Networking Technologies

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4 Major Advantages for Earn and Learn
Earn and Learn : Under the scheme, participants will receive on-the-job training and classroom learning at the same time. A steady income and a recognized qualification are guaranteed
All-round Career Support : One-stop career counselling and placement services
Professional Career after Scheme Completion : Upon completion of the scheme, graduates of Higher Diploma will be entitled to a monthly salary not less than $12,000
Flexible Articulation Pathways : Graduates can pursue further studies to acquire higher qualifications and become a professional in the field


Study Arrangement

The first  year:

Participants will study the full-time Higher Diploma in Telecommunications and Networking at IVE.

The second to third years:

Participants will be employed by the participating companies as apprentices. For the second and third years, the employer will sponsor the apprentice to study the Higher Diploma (HD) programme at IVE for one to two days per week.


Allowance & Salary*

The second to third years

Participants will receive a total of $30,800 Industry Incentive Allowance and $54,000 government subsidy from their employers and the government respectively. Given a guaranteed monthly salary not less than $9,000#, the total monthly income will be above $10,000.
 
The second year of training
Monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $2,000& Government Allowance
Monthly average
$11,000 or above
The third year of training
Monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $2,500& Government Allowance
Monthly average
$11,500 or above
An additional subsidy during the second to third year $30,800

*  Mode of issuing subsidy and Government Allowance may vary across trades and industries.
#  For apprentices who join the VTC Earn & Learn Scheme on or after 1 April 2024, the guaranteed monthly salary will be adjusted to $10,000.
&  For apprentices who join the VTC Earn & Learn Scheme on or after 1 April 2024, they will be entitled to the Monthly Apprenticeship Training Allowance of $1,000 per month during the apprenticeship.


For enquiries, please contact the Office of the Director of Apprenticeship.
 


Tuition Fees

 
  • Participants will need to pay the tuition fees for the first year of HD programme.
  • Employers will sponsor the tuition fees for the second and third year of HD programme.
 


Entry Requirement

 
  • Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English Language and Chinese Language; or
  • VTC Foundation Diploma (Level 3) / Diploma of Foundation Studies; or
  • VTC Diploma in Vocational Education / Diploma of Vocational Education; or
  • Yi Jin Diploma / Diploma Yi Jin or Equivalent.
 


Offering Institutes:

        


For enquiries:

Office of the Director of Apprenticeship

Tel: 3907 6786

Email: oda@vtc.edu.hk


Information as of February 2024. VTC reserves the right to revise or cancel any programme if circumstances so warrant. Details will be announced on the Admission Homepage.


Please submit online application via the “VTC Admission Portal” and choose the programme:

 

 

For more information of HD programmesplease visit the website of VTC Admission Page:

https://www.vtc.edu.hk/admission/en/programme/s6/higher-diploma/

 

 

Enquiry: Office of the Director of Apprenticeship

 

Tel: 3907 6786

Email: oda@vtc.edu.hk

URL: www.vtc.edu.hk/apprenticeship