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PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

From our Programme Director & Alumni

MATPP Orientation Gathering 2023

Programme Pamphlet

PROGRAMME
PAMPHLET
2024-2025

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

A Flexible Programme Structure

The programme is offered on either a one-year full-time or a two-year/three-year part-time basis.

A Unique and Sharp Focus on Transport Policy and Planning

The programme offers a variety of courses that focus on transport policy and planning, and is the only one of its kind in Hong Kong to specialize in this field.

To complete the programme (full-time or part-time), candidates are required to complete no less than 72 credits, including seven compulsory courses (six credits each), two elective courses (six credits each), and a dissertation (equivalent to 18 credits). Attending at least four seminars is required for the core course "Research Methods in Transport Studies". Anyone who fails to comply shall not be deemed to have satisfied the requirements for conferment of the degree. Furthermore, a 75% attendance rate on all courses is required.

Highly relevant to the needs of the contemporary world

2023-2024 Syllabus

Core Courses  6 credits each

Survey and Data Analysis in Transport Studies

Transport and Development

Engineering for Transport Systems

Analysis, Modeling and Project Appraisal in Transportation

Research Methods in Transport Studies

Public Transport Systems

Transport Policy and Planning

Elective Courses  6 credits each

Transport Economics

Transport Law and Management *

Transport Field Trip *#

GIS in Transport Planning and Management

Statistical Methods for Civil Engineering ^

Global Logistics and Transportation Systems

Other Courses  Equivalent to 18 credits

MATPP Dissertation

The above course list is for 2021-2022 onwards.

* May be offered biennially 
# Students enrolling on this course have to bear the cost of air tickets, meals and accommodation

^ Subject to the University’s approval

Elective courses may not be offered if the class size is considered too small (e.g. less than five students). Some elective courses cross-offered by other programmes may have quotas for MATPP students. Details will be announced by the programme in due course.

Programme Structure

LEARNING

OUTCOMES

  1. Pursuit of professional excellence, critical intellectual inquiry, and life-long learning in transportation
     
  2. Tackling novel situations and ill-defined problems in transportation
     
  3. Critical self-reflection and greater understanding of others, as well as the upholding of professional ethics in transportation
     
  4. International understanding and a global outlook on transportation
     
  5. Communication and collaboration
     
  6. Leadership and advocacy in transport policy and planning issues
Learning Outcomes
Seminar Series

SEMINARS & EVENTS

Regulations & Syllabus

REGULATIONS & SYLLABUS

Important Information

PROVISION OF FEEDBACK

CANCELLATION OF
CLASSES & EXAMS

SAFETY

AWARDS, PRIZES & SCHOLARSHIPS

Programme-based Awards

Transport Policy and Planning Graduate Award

The “Transport Policy and Planning Graduate Award” is awarded to one graduate who has completed all the requirements and obtained a Distinction in his/her studies in that academic year.

2022-2023

Chow Kam Wa

2020-2021

Lam Lok Son

2017-2018

Chen Nuo

2015-2016

Tse Tsz Chun

2013-2014

Liu Xiyuan

2021-2022

Lim Agatha Sacha Lee

2018-2019

Lau Cheuk Yin

2016-2017

Cheung Cheuk Wai Jeffrey

2014-2015

Ho Choi Yan

2012-2013

Chen Jinchao
YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES
NAME OF AWARDEES
YEAR

Transport Policy and Planning Dissertation Prize

The “Transport Policy and Planning Dissertation Prize” is awarded to one student who received the highest mark among the grade A dissertations in that academic year.

YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES
YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES

2022-2023

Ngai Wing Yin

2020-2021

Loh Xin Ping

2018-2019

Yip Ki Fung

2017-2018

Lau Sze Nga

2015-2016

Tse Tsz Chun

2013-2014

Chan Lang Hang

2021-2022

Wang Xiaohan

2019-2020

Kwok Oon Hei

2017-2018

Chen Nuo

2016-2017

Chu Wan Ying

2014-2015

Ho Choi Yan

2012-2013

Lee Ming Yan

Transport Policy and Planning Scholarship

The Scholarship is open to application for all MATPP full-time candidates who have achieved First Class Honours or equivalent in their undergraduate studies and/or a Distinction in their master studies.

YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES
YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES

2023-2024

Ma Qingqing

2020-2021

Loh Xin Ping

2018-2019

Li Lu

2018-2019

Yang Yang

2017-2018

Yang Yuling

2015-2016

Tse Tsz Chun

2011-2012

Wu Juanyu

2010-2011

Hui Kwan Pik

2009-2010

Ng Chiu Kit

2023-2024

Huang Zian

2019-2020

Kwok Oon Hei

2018-2019

Marlon Ives Tanuihusada

2017-2018

Jasper James Walker

2015-2016

Fang Qi

2012-2013

Chen Jinchao

2010-2011

He Jian Feng

2009-2010

Ng Wing Yan

external Awards

CILTHK Scholarship

2020-2021

Chen Chi
YEAR
NAME OF AWARDEES

The Women's Foundation's Logistics and Transport Scholarship

2013-2014

Lau Lai Yin Vanessa

2013-2014

Ho Choi Yan
NAME OF AWARDEES
YEAR
Awards, Prizes & Scholarships
Professional Degree & Membership Status

Professional Degree

& Membership Status

CILT Accredited Programme (Full Exemption)

Graduates of this programme will be automatically exempt from the examination requirements leading to the qualification of Chartered Membership of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CMILT). The prestige attached to these designatory letters is recognized in the industry throughout the world. For requirements about relevant practical experience, please visit the CILTHK website at http://www.cilt.org.hk.

RTPI Accredited Specialist Programme

This course is also a Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) accredited specialist programme. Graduates of this programme can apply to HKU's Master of Science in Urban Planning through the advanced standing route with a waiver of five modules. The Master of Science in Urban Planning programme is fully recognized by both the Hong Kong Institute of Planners and the RTPI for becoming a chartered professional planner after gaining relevant practical experience.
 

Similar advanced standing schemes are available for other overseas RTPI accredited Spatial Masters. For a full list of the RTPI accredited courses and accredited planning schools, see http://www.rtpi.org.uk. Applicants to these other RTPI accredited Spatial Masters should write to the relevant planning schools for advice.

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