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 syllabus 2026-2027, please refer to https://engg.hku.hk/Teaching-Learning/MSc/Regulations-and-Syllabuses
Programme Requirements
To successfully complete the LAT curriculum, candidates must earn a total of 84 credits distributed as follows:
| Course Category | No. of Credit |
|---|---|
| Discipline Core Courses | Not less than 30 |
| Discipline Elective Courses | Not less than 24 |
| Capstone Experience | 30 |
| Total | 84 |
For MSc courses offered in 2026-2027, please refer to https://mech.hku.hk/msc-course-offering/
Course Selection Guidelines
Total courses: Candidates are required to complete 9 courses, including all 5 credit-bearing courses from List A, at least 4 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.
- Approval: All course selections are subject to approval by the Course Coordinators to ensure a coherent and academically rigorous study plan.