Low-Altitude Technology (LAT)
Overview
Focus: Theoretical principles and innovative design of low-altitude aerial vehicles and their safe operation.
- Industry Relevance: Prepares students for sectors such as drones, unmanned cargo planes, executive jets, engines, propellers, avionics, and aviation economics, supporting the low-altitude transportation network.
- Skills Developed: Aerial vehicle design, manufacturing processes, operational skills, and hands-on fabrication training.
- Mode of Study: Offered only in full-time mode over one and a half academic years.
Curriculum Structure
The MSc(Eng) in Low-Altitude Technology curriculum is purposefully structured to provide students with a robust foundation in the theoretical principles, innovative design, and practical operation of low-altitude aerial vehicles. This programme is tailored for those aiming to excel in the rapidly evolving low-altitude economy, including sectors such as drones, unmanned cargo planes, general aviation, and related technologies.
For LAT curriculum, please refer to https://mech.hku.hk/msclat
Programme Requirements
To successfully complete the LAT curriculum, candidates must earn a total of 84 credits distributed as follows:
Component | Credit Requirement |
Discipline Core Courses | Not less than 30 credits |
Discipline Elective Courses | Not less than 12 credits |
Free Elective Courses | Not more than 12 credits |
Capstone Experience | 30 credits |
Course Selection Guidelines
- Total Courses: Candidates are required to complete 10 courses, including 6 courses from List A and at least 2 from List B.
- Capstone Experience: Completion of a dissertation is mandatory, offering an opportunity for in-depth research and hands-on application in low-altitude technology.
- Free Electives: Students may select up to 2 courses from other taught postgraduate curricula, either within or beyond the Faculty of Engineering, as free electives—encouraging interdisciplinary learning and broader academic exposure.
- Approval: All course selections are subject to approval by the Course Coordinators to ensure a coherent and academically rigorous study plan.