Professional Practice Theme - Architectural Studies

Microcredentials are individualised learning programmes – the contents are skill-based and professional-oriented, and the study plans can be made based on the student's personal pace, time and interests. Microcredentials are suitable for anyone wishing for career advancement, upgrading skills, changing professions, or even pursuing interests. Below are the courses under the theme of "Architectural Studies". More themes and courses can be found HERE.

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Certificate for Module (Philosophy and Practice of Sustainability in Architecture)

There is growing demand for more integrative understanding and holistic management of sustainable development challenges in both public policy making and business strategy development in Hong Kong. This programme will provide the stakeholders and the general public the theory of and practical knowledge on sustainability in Hong Kong.

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Duration 36 hours

Fee HK$7,090

Certificate for Module (Parametric Modeling with Grasshopper in Rhinoceros)

Nowadays, parametric modelling, as a means to design and explore complex architectural spaces, has become an essential tool in contemporary architecture practice. Nevertheless, due to its relative young age, there are still many practising design professionals whom have not had the opportunity to receive formal training on this technique.

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Duration 30 hours

Fee HK$6,800

Certificate for Module (Strategic Application of Building Information Modelling in Architecture and Project Management)

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become the must-know vocabulary within the construction industry. This programme will equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills of BIM application. The focus of the programme will be on the strategic and managerial side of this tool.

This programme is suitable for professionals who will have a need in planning, overseeing or managing a multi-discipline BIM team in their daily job. The programme will be delivered in the form of lectures, case studies and group exercises.

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Duration 36 hours

Fee HK$5,840

Certificate for Module (Technical Application of Building Information Modelling in Architecture and Project Management)

This programme is suitable for professionals and technical personnel who will have a need in using the BIM tool to design, coordinate with consultants and prepare documentation for construction or government submission in their daily job. The programme will be delivered in the form of lectures, case studies and group exercises.

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Duration 36 hours

Fee HK$5,840

Certificate for Module (Hong Kong Architectural Practice)

The construction industry is one of the driving forces behind Hong Kong’s economy and the career development is optimistic. This programme would be attractive to the general public and professionals who are interested in building control. Prior applicants included structural engineers, property agents, building surveyors, etc.

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Duration 9 months

Fee HK$13,088

Certificate for Module (Rhinoceros for Designers (Level 1))

This programme equips students with skills and knowledge in 3D computer modeling using the Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS) geometry of the software Rhinoceros (Rhino). Students will acquire the knowledge of efficient modeling techniques, and strategies for building 3D models. It highlights the working principles of Rhino and demonstrates methods to solve complex modeling problems. The programme also enhances students’ understanding of computer-aided design from a real-life project perspective.

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Duration 51 hours

Fee HK$6885

Certificate for Module (Rhinoceros for Designers (Level 2))

The programme equips students with advanced techniques of 3D computer modeling using the software Rhinoceros (Rhino) in creating and editing complex 3D models. The advanced tools of Rhino, Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS) topology, and advanced surfacing will be explained and explored in detail. Students will learn how to apply these advanced tools to create optimised geometry and freeform objects.

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Duration 51 hours

Fee HK$6885

Certificate for Module (HKIS Training Course on Heritage Conservation for Building Surveyor)

The programme aims to equip students with knowledge and skills relating to heritage conservation of buildings in Hong Kong. It also equips them with the abilities necessary for developing heritage conservation plans and proposals, and project management of heritage conservation projects.

Start 03 OCT 2026 (SAT)

Duration 48 hours

Fee HK$16,800