Description

With the recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, digital computers are providing a new future for human society. The world has changed - those who are kids today will be the adults that will live with this paradigm-shifting change. This course opens a door for kids to an entry level of machine intelligence through utilization of programing (Scratch) and robot (mBot) control, and offers them a steppingstone to explore the knowledge and a glimpse of this fundamentally changed future society.

Scratch is a programming language developed by MIT Media Lab. With drag-n-drop, learners can easily create projects with audio and video effects, and share creations with others. mBot is a do-it-yourself educational robot kit created by robotics experts. 

The first half of this course will focus on sharpening the basic logical skills of the students through Scratch. Then we will proceed to teach students developing their own software to control the robotic device mBot. Students will build the mBot robots themselves from separate mechanical pieces in the first class. Then they will learn the basic skills for putting the intelligence into the otherwise dumb mBot and transforming the robot into an intelligent self-driving autonomous vehicle. This involves putting advanced abilities like dynamic sensing, dynamic decision-making, and inter-vehicle communication into the mBot robot and utilizes them to do self-driving – which is one of the hottest topics in the industry today.

Basic programming concepts, e.g. variables, arrays, controls, loops, data abstraction and objects, are infused into the course too. These are universal principles for any modern programming language, and will be beneficial if kids want to go further in coding.

The course will conclude with a rally competition of teams of mBots on a “line-chasing” map to practice what they have learnt from this course.

Course Sample

Instructor

Dr. Alex Lam ── Dr. Lam is an assistant professor in engineering education at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He received his Ph.D. degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering from the McGill University of Canada. He has been teaching at the Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering of HKUST in various courses at the undergraduate level for many years. Dr. Lam is extremely enthusiastic about teaching and he deeply enjoys sharing the joy of learning with his students. He feels that computer programming offers the best platform for the youth to unleash their full logical thinking capability.

Date & Time

Robot Assembly, Lectures & Practice

Jul 17, 20, 22, 24, 27 (Fri, Mon, Wed) 【2:00pm – 5:00pm】

Project Demonstration & Presentation

Jul 29 (Wed) 【2:00pm – 5:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Jul 31 and/or Aug 3. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Language

Cantonese supplemented with English (Lecture notes in Chinese)

Requirements

P.5 – P.6 students who are interested in computer science and programming

Award

Students with 80% attendance, have submitted all the assessment assignments and taken part in the final competition will be issued a certificate

Course Fee

HKD 4,600

Material Required

(Self-prepared)

Each student is required to bring along with their own Makeblock mBot2 for lessons. (Reference price of mBot2: HKD$1,258).

For purchase method and details, please refer to the website of Makeblock’s Authorized Distributor in Hong Kong below:

Description

Linear functions are a fundamental concept and essential problem-solving tool in higher mathematics. They have a wide range of applications not only in pure and applied mathematics but also in fields such as science, engineering, and economics. This course will guide students in exploring linear functions, covering key areas that are vital for future studies in mathematics.

The topics covered include vectors, systems of linear equations, matrices, the relationship between matrices and linear functions, simultaneous equations, and determinants. Through engaging face-to-face classroom activities and exercises, students will deepen their understanding of these concepts and enrich their mathematical knowledge.

Course Sample

Instructor

Mr. Cheng Wing-cheong ── holds a master’s degree from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He taught at the Department of Mathematics of the University from 2014 to 2024 as an Instructional Assistant Coordinator. During this period, he also served as the Officer of the Mathematics Support Center. He has extensive experience in delivering gifted educational courses to cultivate students’ mathematical abilities and has been teaching Level 1 Mathematics for Dual Program, offered by the Center for the Development of the Gifted and Talented, HKUST since 2018.

Date & Time

Lectures

Jul 21, 23, 28, 30 Jul & Aug 4, 6 (Tue & Thu)【10:00am – 12:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 11 and/or Aug 13. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Language

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

Requirements

P.5 – P.6 students who are interested in mathematics

Award

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate.

Course Fee

HKD 3,800

Description

Diseases play a significant role in human life, affecting our health and well-being. They vary in their nature, with some being infectious, caused by pathogens like bacteria and viruses, while others are non-infectious, resulting from genetic factors or lifestyle choices. Understanding these differences is crucial for prevention and treatment, enabling us to lead healthier lives.

Throughout this interactive course, students will become "disease detectives”, investigating common illnesses such as common cold, asthma and cancer through understanding their major symptoms, and discovering the links between causes, symptoms, effective remedies and preventive measures.

Join us in this adventure to unravel the mysteries of illness and become champions of health in your community!

Course Sample

Instructor

Dr. Amy Kwok ── Dr. Kwok obtained her Ph.D. majoring in molecular biology and endocrinology in the University of Hong Kong. She worked in research laboratories and life science companies in recent years. She is experienced in teaching and mentoring young students in undergraduate courses and summer internship programs. She has a keen interest in applying interactive in-class activities such as discussion and scenario-based problem-solving exercises to improve students' initiative and understanding of the subjects.

Date & Time

Lectures

Jul 18, 25 & Aug 1, 8, 15 (Sat)【10:00am – 12:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 22 and/or Aug 29. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Language

Cantonese supplemented with English (Lecture notes in Chinese)

Requirements

P.5 – P.6 students who are interested in health sciences

Award

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

Course Fee

HKD 3,200

Since microbes are the causative agent of most infectious diseases, the public tends to have a negative impression on them and becomes unaware of their positive role in our society as well as the entire ecosystem. In this course, we will explore the diversity of different microbes, including fungi, protists, archaea, bacteria as well as viruses. We will then investigate the disease-causing mechanisms of common pathogens, effective measures in microbial control, important applications of microbes, as well as the recent outbreak of Chikungunya fever.

In addition to informative lectures, a series of hands-on and virtual experiments will allow students to gain technical and analytical skills related to environmental and clinical microbiology. Interactive activities and scientific presentations will further develop their critical thinking and communication skills.

Course Sample

Dr. Amy Li ── Dr. Li is currently a Lecturer in Division of Life Science, HKUST. She received her Ph.D. in Microbiology from McGill University, Canada, and published a dozen of research articles in international academic journals. Apart from being a reviewer for the journal Environmental Microbiology, Dr. Li has over 10 years of local and overseas teaching experience in various biology courses. She is particularly good at integrating a combination of teaching strategies and class activities to develop students’ critical thinking and communication skills, as well as inspire their interest in further study.

Aug 4, 8, 11, 15, 18 & 22 (Tue & Sat) 【10:00am – 1:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 25 and/or Aug 29. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese supplemented with English (lecture notes in English)

S2 or above students with genuine interest in Microbiology

Students who have attained 80% attendance and passed the overall assessment will be issued a certificate.

HKD 4,800

How do seedless plants reproduce? Why do plant stems grow towards light? What features protect plants from herbivores? In our daily lives, we encounter a wide variety of plants, many of which have unique adaptations that help them thrive in their habitats. This course will introduce students to the diversity of plants, as well as their basic structures and growth. Students will also explore different defence mechanisms of plants, their applications in human society, and the technique of plant tissue culture.

In addition to informative lectures, a series of hands-on experiments will allow students to gain technical and analytical skills related to plant science. Interactive activities and scientific presentations will further develop their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Course Sample

Dr. Amy Li ── Dr. Li is currently a Lecturer in Division of Life Science, HKUST. She received her Ph.D. in Microbiology from McGill University, Canada. Apart from a dozen of research publications in international academic journals, Dr. Li has over 10 years of local and overseas teaching experience in various biology courses, such as Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology. She is particularly good at integrating a combination of teaching strategies and class activities to develop students’ critical thinking and communication skills, as well as inspire their interest in further study.

Aug 4, 8, 11, 15, 18 & 22 (Tue & Sat) 【3:00pm – 6:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 25 and/or Aug 29. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese supplemented with English (lecture notes in English)

S2 or above students with genuine interest in plant science

Students who have attained 80% attendance and passed the overall assessment will be issued a certificate.

HKD 4,800

In this course, we will use a comparative approach to examine the physiology of selected animal systems (such as the circulatory, nervous and sensory systems) with an emphasis on vertebrates. We will also examine how physiological systems are integrated and thus allow animals to respond in different environments. Moreover, dissection demonstrations will be conducted by the instructor, through which students can observe the structures and feel the textures of various animal organs, including hearts, lungs and eyes.

Course Sample

Dr. Philip Lam ── Dr. Lam received his Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology from University of Southern California, USA. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Science Education at the Division of Life Science, HKUST. He has years of substantial teaching experience. He is familiar with various new pedagogical strategies such as e-learning and blended learning. Dr. Lam believes that it is of utmost importance to provide students with a learning environment that nurtures critical thinking.

Aug 3, 5, 7, 10 & 12 (Mon, Wed and Fri)

【Class A: 10:00am – 1:00pm】

【Class B: 3:00pm – 6:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 14 and/ or Aug 17. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese supplemented with English (lecture notes in English)

Students who have a genuine interest in animal biology

Students with 80% attendance will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,200

Description

Public perceptions of forensic science are heavily influenced by TV shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, which often prioritize dramatic, high-tech imagery over an accurate understanding of its role in the criminal justice system. However, forensic science has undergone revolutionary advancements in recent decades, particularly with the advent of DNA profiling. These breakthroughs allow investigators to extract critical evidence—such as microscopic traces of body fluids, drugs, or explosives—of sufficient quality to play a pivotal role in criminal investigations and trials. Today, forensic science is an indispensable tool in the criminal justice process, providing answers to investigative questions more effectively than many other methods.

This course offers students a comprehensive introduction to the theories, techniques, and analytical tools used in forensic science. Topics include the analysis of fingerprints, bloodstains, DNA profiling, drugs and fibers analysis. Students will also conduct project-based studies on topics of their choice. To enhance understanding, laboratory demonstrations and hands-on explanations will illustrate how to analyze samples using various forensic instruments, providing students with a unique perspective on science that helps uncover the truth.

Course Sample

Instructor

Dr. Veronica Tse ── Dr. Tse is an Assistant Manager (Laboratory) at the Department of Chemistry, HKUST. With a diverse educational background, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, a bachelor's degree in Health Science, a master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, and a Ph.D. degree in Chinese Medicine. Her expertise encompasses analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, biomolecular analysis, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) research. Her extensive teaching experience spans various fields, including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biomolecular chemistry, and analytical chemistry. She has successfully instructed chemistry laboratory courses, sharing her knowledge with students in a practical setting. Currently, she is actively involved in teaching general, synthetic, biomolecular, and pure chemistry laboratory courses at the Department of Chemistry, as well as courses offered by the Center for the Development of the Gifted and Talented at HKUST. Additionally, she contributes to postgraduate-level laboratory courses, further enriching the academic experience for advanced students.

Date & Time

Jul 15, 17, 20, 22, 24 & 27* (Wed, Fri & Mon)    【10:00am – 1:00pm】

* Jul 27 will be the day for oral presentation and final exam.

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Jul 29 and/ or Jul 31. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Language

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

Requirements

S2 to S4 students who have an interest in forensic chemistry

Award

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

Course Fee

HKD 4,800

Drugs play a vital role in our lives by preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases. But have you ever wondered how the medications that heal us are created? This course invites students to discover the secrets of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, where the realms of chemistry, medicine, and manufacturing technologies converge.

Students will explore fundamental concepts of pharmaceutical chemistry, including the physicochemical parameters of drug molecules, mechanisms of drug action, drug synthesis, formulation of common dosage forms, and drug analysis. Through engaging laboratory demonstrations, students will learn how to extract, isolate, identify, and analyse the active ingredients in pharmaceutical products using instrumental methods. Lessons will also incorporate interactive activities such as group discussions and presentations, enriching the overall learning experience for students.

Course Sample

Prof. Ho-Wai Dennis Chan ── Dr. Chan is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry, HKUST. He specializes in organic synthesis of compounds with pharmaceutical potential and application of organometallic reagents in chemical synthesis. He currently teaches a University Common Core course (in science and technology area) and practical chemistry courses in the Department of Chemistry covering various areas of chemistry realm ─ including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biomolecular chemistry, material chemistry and pure chemistry. He also supervises final year undergraduate students in completing their capstone projects. He has extensive experience in teaching gifted students and has been teaching a variety of courses offered by the Center for the Development of the Gifted and Talented, HKUST since 2007.

Dr. Man Sing CHEUNG ── Dr. Cheung is currently an Assistant Manager (Laboratory) in the Department of Chemistry, HKUST. His research area mainly focuses on theoretical organic and organometallic chemistry, with the emphasis on designing catalysts and other useful materials. He is experienced in teaching chemistry to various types of students. He now teaches laboratory courses of general chemistry and synthetic chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and the chemistry courses offered by the Center for the Development of the Gifted and Talented, HKUST.

Jul 15, 17, 20, 22, 24 & 27* (Wed, Fri & Mon) 【2:00pm – 5:00pm】

* Jul 27 will be the day for oral presentation and final exam.

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Jul 29 and/or Jul 31. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

S3 or above who have an interest in the chemistry of pharmaceutical ingredients. Basic understanding of organic chemical structures would be preferred.

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,800

Do you enjoy playing computer games or mobile games? Have you ever thought of creating your own game? This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of game development using the Godot Game Engine. Throughout the course, students will explore:

• What is a Game Engine? Discover the functionality of game engines, with a special focus on the features of the Godot Game Engine.
• Programming Basics: Gain hands-on experience with GDScript, Godot’s built-in scripting language, while learning essential programming concepts.
• Game Mechanics: Dive into key elements such as animation and collision detection that make games captivating and fun.
• Game Development: Bring creativity to life by developing a 2D game under guidance.

By the end of this course, students will be cultivated with skills and knowledge to continue the journey in game development and turn any game ideas into reality.

Course Sample

Dr. Cecia Chan ── Dr. Chan is a lecturer at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, HKUST. She received her Ph.D. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and joined HKUST in 2012. Dr. Chan has a strong passion in education and has rich experience in teaching students from different backgrounds and at different levels. She teaches computer programming courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, including two popular languages, C++ and Python, and fundamental courses on Big Data. Her research interests include information extraction, text mining, machine learning, and knowledge system.

Jul 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 & 31 (Mon, Wed & Fri)【2:30pm – 5:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 3 and/or Aug 5. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

Secondary students with basic computer skills and interested in computer science and programming

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all programming exercises and projects with passing grades will be issued a certificate. 

HKD 4,000

This course is a continuation of the introductory course “Python for Everyone”. After learning some programming fundamentals of Python, are you ready to proceed to more advanced features and level up your programming skills to solve complex problems?

In this course, you will learn how to utilize functions in different ways to make the code more manageable and flexible. Advanced topics include basic file I/O, creating Graphical User Interface (GUI) using the turtle module, recursive functions (recursion) and introduction to object-oriented programming. Via lectures and programming exercises, you will be able to create an interactive program and visualize your creative ideas with file processing and GUI programming.  

Course Sample

Dr. Cecia Chan ── Dr. Chan is a lecturer at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, HKUST. She received her Ph.D. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and joined HKUST in 2012. Dr. Chan has a strong passion in education and has rich experience in teaching students from different backgrounds and at different levels. She teaches computer programming courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, including two popular languages, C++ and Python, and fundamental courses on Big Data. Her research interests include information extraction, text mining, machine learning, and knowledge system.

Jul 20, 22, 24, 27, 29 & 31 (Mon, Wed & Fri)【10:00am – 12:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 3 and/or Aug 5. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

English 

Students who have completed “D002 Python for Everyone” or with basic programming knowledge, such as variables, control flow and functions.

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all programming exercises and projects with passing grades will be issued a certificate. 

HKD 4,000

Energy plays a significant role in both our daily lives and society. Without energy, we would not be able to perform any activities, as simple as cooking meals, taking a hot shower, charging smart devices to manufacturing, construction, etc. Energy shortage is one of the global challenges in the 21st Century and renewable energies are increasing in-demand as alternative energy solutions. This course will introduce students to different types of renewable energies, such as wind, solar, marine energies, etc. and how these natural resources can be converted into usable forms of energy through energy conversion processes.

Students will work as a group and study i) a variety of energy conversion systems based on some exciting real-world applications of energy and its transfer, ii) the efficiencies of different energy conversion processes, and examine their impact on the environment. Various energy transformation systems, e.g. turbine or equivalent component will be demonstrated.

The course emphasizes on hands-on learning experience - through engaging in comprehensive measurement, and testing of solar energy, students will deepen their understanding of its principle and mechanism. Small group activities will also help students cultivate their skills in communication, problem solving as well as a teamwork spirit.

Prof. Robin Ma ── Prof. Ma is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at HKUST. He is also a Chartered Engineer of Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), UK. He obtained his Ph.D. in the School of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. He has been active in engineering education for over 15 years. He has also had an increasing involvement with new approaches to education, including experiential learning, blended learning and undergraduate research. He believes that this broader contemporary approach is beneficial for students, especially for engineering students preparing for professional careers. He received the School of Engineering Teaching Award and the MSc program Teaching Excellence Appreciation Award in 2015 and 2018, respectively. On the other hand, Prof. Ma is the Director of the Center for Industry Engagement and Internship (IEI) in the School of Engineering (SENG) at HKUST, assisting students to find overseas and local internships and jobs. Prof. Ma is an advisor of two local technology start-up companies.

Aug 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 24 (Mon to Fri)【2:00pm – 4:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 22 and/or Aug 25. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

S1 - S6 students who are interested in mathematics, physics, energy and engineering

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,200

Composition is the process of creating music that expresses your thoughts and emotions. When listening or playing masterpieces by Bach and Mozart, have you ever wondered how classical music works? How did Debussy and Satie convey the beauty of impressionistic style? And why are the tunes and harmony by John Williams and Joe Hisaishi so catchy and enchanting?

This course will let students understand some basic principles of classical music and tonal contemporary music, and the elements of writing a beautiful melody and a good harmony. Students will explore the variety of styles and characters of musical writing –– fundamental composition techniques that equip young composers to develop their musical ideas into an interesting musical piece. Under guidance, each student will create, with the use of music notation software, a unique music piece of their own at the end of the course.

Course Sample

Dr. Phoebus Lee ── Dr. Lee graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He is a composer and educator. His compositions and papers have reached numerous international musical festivals and academic platforms, such as festivals in Hong Kong, Japan, Italy, Israel, Latvia, Shanghai, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan. His music covers a wide range of genres including solo, chamber, vocal, choral, orchestral, for moving pictures, and for art gallery.

Dr. Lee has extensive experience in music education at various colleges and universities. He gives lectures on composition, theory and contemporary music topics. He also served as tutor of composition programmes organized by the Hong Kong Composers Guild and Young Composers Workshop of Hong Kong Arts Festival. He was often invited by the Education Bureau to give workshop, consultation and adjudication service at various composition and creativity programmes.

Lecture

Jul 15, 17, 20, 22, 24 & 27 (Wed, Fri  & Mon) 【10:00am – 1:00pm】

Composition Showcase

Jul 29 (Wed)【10:00am – 1:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Jul 31 and/or Aug 3. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese supplemented with English (lecture notes in English)

Secondary students with ABRSM Grade 5 Theory and/or Grade 5 Practical (or equivalent in standard). Students major in Chinese instrument are also welcome.

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

HKD 5,400

Enrolled students need to prepare their own earphone/headphone with 3.5mm plug, a USB-drive and set up a MuseScore (free) account for the use with computers during lessons.

There's a saying: "What's the difference between a person without dreams and a salted fish?" This course invites students to adopt the perspectives and methods of cultural anthropology to dream about the salted fish of Tai O, Lantau Island. Through class discussions, a field trip, and a documentary filming assignment, students will explore how transformations in food culture, dietary traditions, and concepts of cultural heritage within Hong Kong's rural communities shape ethnic identity and modes of social interaction.

In dreams, fragmented things often form surreal connections. Cultural anthropology, through fieldwork, immerses researchers in the lived reality of communities, using data gathered from observation, interviews, and participation to contextualize what is seen and heard within the holistic fabric of social life—its natural ecology, techno-economic systems, socio-political structures, and cosmological beliefs. Beyond classroom discussions, this course includes a one-day field trip to Tai O. Students will wander through its waterways, streets, and neighborhoods to observe and conduct interviews. Elderly fisherfolk will be invited to demonstrate and explain fishing techniques and seafood processing methods, including the making of salted fish, salted egg yolks, shrimp paste, and shrimp sauce, allowing students to film in small groups with smart phones. Through class discussions and collaborative editing, each group will produce a short documentary exploring the role of food culture, tradition, and the process of heritagization in the changing life of contemporary rural villages.

Course Sample

Dr. Siu-woo Cheung –––– Dr. Cheung is an Associate Professor Emeritus in the Division of Humanities, HKUST. Prior to his retirement in 2025, he served as Deputy Director of South China Research Center in the School of Humanities and Social Science. His research interests include socio-cultural and historical studies on ethnic groups in Southern and South-western China, borderland and cross-border minorities, representation and transformation of identities, revitalization of marginalized rural communities in Hong Kong, and socio-political and economic analyses of intangible cultural heritage.

In recent years, Dr. Cheung has led a Lantau Conservation Fund‑supported project focusing on heritage research within local fishing and farming communities, as well as a heritage‑revival and educational initiative that promotes urban‑rural integration.

Lecture

Jul 27 & Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 (Mon) 【1:00pm – 4:00pm】

Field Trip

Aug 8 (Sat)【8:30am – 5:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, field trip will be arranged on 15 Aug and/or make-up class will be held on 26 Aug. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese (lecture notes in Chinese)

Secondary school students with an interest in local cultural heritage and fieldwork. Experience in filming or video editing is advantageous, though not required.

Students who have attained 80% attendance, participation in the Tai O field trip, involvement in filming and video editing work and satisfactory completion of all assessment activities will be issued a certificate

HKD 5,600

1. The course fee included the rental fee of tour boats at Tai O.

2. The assembly and dismissal point for the field trip will be at Tung Chung MTR Station. Students are required to prepare their own Octopus cards with sufficient balance for the transportation between city, Tung Chung and Tai O and a small amount of cash for their own lunch.

3. To maintain a focused learning environment, this is a student-only event. Parental accompaniment is not permitted during the field trip.

This course offers a foundational understanding in mathematical graph theory to cultivate students in making informed decisions across real-life scenarios. By introducing different quantitative methods and mathematical tools in graph theory, students will gain insight into solving problems in daily life: Examples are finding the shortest path, allocating housing resources, improving traffic flow, etc., with the aim to maximize the efficiency and benefits when facing challenges.

This course utilizes an experimental approach to teaching and learning. It incorporates hands-on, interactive experiences to help students understand abstract mathematical concepts through experiments accompanied by numerical examples.

Course Sample

Dr. Alan Chu ── Dr. Chu received his Ph.D. in Mathematics from HKUST. He has been actively involved in teaching applied mathematics in different aspects at undergraduate level. Course topics include probability and statistics, financial mathematics, mathematics on the battlefield, solving mathematical problems using MATLAB, and applied graph theory.

Dr. Chu has received the HKUST Din-Yu Hsieh Teaching Award in 2019. His current research areas include the level set method, image processing, and numerical solution of Partial Differential Equations (PDEs).

Aug 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 & 22 (Mon – Sat)

【9:30am – 12:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 24 and/or Aug 25. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

S.1 – S.4 students who are interested in mathematics and graph theory

Students who have attained 80% attendance and obtained a passing grade in the final assessment will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,600

This course is designed for secondary school students who are interested in psychology. Throughout this course, students will explore the fundamentals and current debates in psychology, while emphasizing the practical application of psychological theories in the daily lives, such as using self-help skills when faced with stressors and challenges. Students are expected to gain higher self-understanding through exploring topics, including personality development, psychological well-being and stress management, social behavior, and the maintenance of healthy relationships. By joining lectures and class activities, this course will lead students to uncover the pervasive influence of psychology, ways of application of theories and strategies to take care of self-mental health and its profound impacts on our daily interactions and experiences.

Course Sample

Mr. Kelvin Tang ── Registered Counselling and Educational Psychologist from Hong Kong Psychological Society, works for local universities, being dedicated to delivering psycho-educational support and advisory services to school-aged students with diverse learning needs (such as students with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, gifted potentials), their parents, teachers, and other professionals. Mr. Tang also has previous work experience in providing school-based educational psychology services for local mainstream primary and secondary schools through the Education Bureau.

Aug 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19 & 21 (Fri, Mon & Wed)

【10:00am – 12:30pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 24 and/or Aug 26. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

Cantonese (lecture notes in English and/or Chinese)

All S3 or above students who are interested in psychology are welcome to join.

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,400

This 18-hour course empowers highly capable secondary students with the complete technical and creative workflow required to transform generative AI outputs into copyright protected digital assets on the blockchain.

Students will progress from conceptualising original IP using state-of-the-art text-to-image models to implementing industry-standard smart contracts with royalty support (i.e. ERC-721). The curriculum uniquely integrates creative direction, prompt engineering mastery, Solidity programming, front-end wallet integration, and Web3 copyright strategies — skills currently fully possessed by fewer than 10% of professionals worldwide.

Through project-based learning, students could create and launch their own branded digital asset complete with on-chain provenance, royalties, and dynamic metadata. The course emphasises ethical AI practices, sustainable blockchain deployment (i.e. Polygon), and on chain network verification.

Course Sample

Mr. Anthony LEUNG –– an Entrepreneur and Chief Technical Officer (CTO) specializing in Web3, Blockchain, and cybersecurity technologies, who led his teams to obtain eight national copyright administrations in mainland China. Apart from being a recurrent/guest lecturer and speaker at higher education institutions, trade bodies, international conferences, including HK PolyU, THEi, City University of Macau, HKPC Academy, HKTDC, HK Law Society, The Society of Chinese Accountants and Auditors, ASEAN Cyber Security Forum 2025, and UN 80th and UN University Macau AI Conference 2025, etc, he also served on the judging panel for the ICT Awards – Student Innovation Award 2024 and 2025, the qualification review panel for HKQF Levels 5 & 6, the departmental advisory committee of the Department of Digital Innovation and Technology, THEi, and the panel for Postal  Accreditation for HKBU’s Higher Diploma in Financial Technology.

Anthony obtained a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, minor in Computer Science, from the CUHK, and a Master of Science in Information Management from the National University of Ireland, Dublin, and was an R&D Lead for Timeless-Tsinghua Lab at the Department of Computer Science and Technology, Tsinghua University, Beijing. Anthony was the recipient of the CUHK Science Faculty Alumni Achievement Award 2024.

Aug 1, 5, 8, 12, 15 & 19 (Sat & Wed)

【10:00am – 1:00pm】

(In case of bad weather, make-up class(es) will be held on Aug 22 and/or Aug 26. Please refer to the latest updates by CDGT.)

English supplemented with Cantonese (lecture notes in English)

Secondary students with below skills and knowledge are welcome to join:

• Prior coding experience in JavaScript, Python and Visual Studio Code. Students are required to provide related proof like certificate(s) with syllabus when submitting application.
• Proficient in using Google Chrome browser and browser add-ons.    
• Owns a laptop (Windows/Mac, with at least 8GB RAM) for coding compiler execution. (No Tablets)
• Owns a free GitHub account (for submitting assignments and creating a project portfolio).   

Students who have attained 80% attendance and completed all assessment activities with passing grades will be issued a certificate

HKD 4,800