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Microelectronics Science and Technology (MEST)

Overview

Focus: Training for the rapidly expanding microelectronics and semiconductor industry, foundational to modern society. 

  • Curriculum: Covers cutting-edge materials, processes, and scientific principles. 
  • Learning Experience: Comprehensive knowledge with hands-on training to meet strong industrial demand for microelectronics professionals. 

Curriculum Structure

Our MEST curriculum is meticulously designed to equip students with a comprehensive foundation in broad microelectronics subjects covering materials, device physics, characterization, and fabrication processes, etc., integrating advanced theoretical training with extensive hands-on experience meet the evolving needs of the semiconductor industry.

Programme Requirements

To successfully complete the MEST curriculum, candidates must accumulate a total of 72 credits distributed as follows: 

Component 

Credit Requirement 

Discipline Courses 

Not less than 42 credits 

Elective Courses 

Not more than 6 credits 

Capstone Experience 

24 credits 

Course Selection Guidelines

  • Total Courses: Candidates are required to complete 8 courses, including at least 3 courses from List A and 4 courses from List B. 
  • Capstone Experience: Completion of a dissertation is mandatory, providing an opportunity for in-depth research and hands-on application in microelectronics. 
  • Electives: Students may select up to 1 elective course from other taught postgraduate programmes within the Faculty of Engineering, fostering interdisciplinary exposure. 
  • Approval: All course selections are subject to approval by the Course Coordinators to ensure a coherent and academically robust study plan. 

Programme Director

Professor Li, Wendi

Email: liwd [at] hku [dot] hk

Phone: +852 3917 8982