Hong Kong Institute of Construction has launched the revamped Advanced Diploma Programme in 2022/23 academic year. The programme is designed for secondary 6 school leavers with certain level of academic attainment who wish to pursue a technician or supervisory career in the construction industry.

All Programmes of Advanced Diploma, are free tuition and with subsidy, are recognized as QF Level 4 under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework. 

Programme Features

The 2-year programme which includes site practice and on-the-job training, is designed to meet the needs of the industry. During the training period, students will receive comprehensive and specialised technical training on proper work skills and professional site supervision techniques, so as to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills for construction supervision. At the early stage of the programme, HKIC will start matching students with employers. Students with outstanding performance may receive scholarships from employers.

There are  4 individual Advance Diploma programmes, covering the latest technologies in the construction industry (such as MiC, DfMA, BIM and DWSS). In addition, the programmes offer common modules and whole person development training, including voluntary service and sports training to develop the selfawareness, analytical thinking, problem solving skills of the students.

Further Studies and Careers 

Upon completion of the programme, graduates can be employed by contractors to become project supervisors, project co-ordinators, site supervisors or assistant surveyors, etc, after accumulating work experience and progressing with continuing education. 

HKIC had signed Memorandum of Intent with Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), Hong Kong Chu Hai College and Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) to provide articulation pathway for Advanced Diploma graduates.

Graduates are eligible for exemption of up to 200 credits when enrolling in the relevant degree programmes (360 credits) at the University College Of Estate Management (UCEM). Graduates of Advanced Diploma in Quantity Surveying who articulate to degree programme that lead to membership with the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Graduates of Advanced Diploma programme are eligible for credits exemption in construction related degree programmes offered by the Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), as below:

Recognition

Upon completion of the programme and met the requirements of graduation, a graduate certificate issued by HKIC, Certificate for Mandatory Basic Safety Training (Construction Work) (Green card) , Registered Semi-skilled Worker for Leveller and Certificate for Construction Safety Supervisors will be awarded.

The Advanced Diploma in Building Construction Supervision programme is recognised by the Building Department of the HKSAR Government as fulfilling the minimum academic qualifications for TCP T2 to T3 for site supervision under the streams of Authorised Person and Registered Contractor (AP/RC).

The Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Supervision programme is recognised by the Building Department of the HKSAR Government as fulfilling the minimum academic qualifications for TCP T2 to T3 for site supervision under the streams of Authorised Person and Registered Structural Engineer, Registered Geotechnical Engineer and Registered Contractor (AP/RSE/RGE/RC).

The Advanced Diploma in Building Services Supervision programme is recognised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department of the HKSAR Government as satisfying the academic qualification for registration as Grade B Registered Electrical Worker.  Graduates with required work experience can apply for registration as Grade B Registered Electrical Worker.

Recognition by Professional Bodies / Organisations

All 4 Advanced Diploma programmes have been accredited by the following professional bodies / organisations:

Contractors Sponsorship Scheme

HKIC cooperates with renowned contractors under this scheme. Students can receive additional training allowance from the contractors for the on-the-job training. Preference for permanent positions will be given to the students who have satisfactory performance when working with the respective contractors.

All Programmes of Diploma in Construction are recognized as QF Level 3 under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework.

Programme Features

he one-year training course focuses on simultaneous development of academic and technical training and meets the needs of young people on career progression and further study. The programme has 10 individual disciplines. In addition, the programme offers common modules and whole person development training, including voluntary service (30 hours) and sport training (60 hours) to develop the self-awareness, analytical thinking, problem solving skills of the students.

Further Studies and Careers

Graduates can join the ‘Construction Industry Council Approved Technical Talents Training Programmes’ and become ’Registered Skilled Workers’ through systematic apprentice training and technical assessment. Graduates can also complete the part-time "Professional Diploma in Construction for Specialist Trades”, and enrol into Applied Bachelor's Degree programmes offered by other institutes.

Recognition

Upon completion of the programme and passing the intermediate trade test, graduates can register as "Registered Semi-skilled Workers" under the Construction Workers Registration Ordinance. Upon completion of the programme and met the requirements of graduation, a graduate certificate issued by HKIC, Certificate for Mandatory Basic Safety Training (Construction Work) (Green card) , Certificate for Safety Training of Specified Trade (Silver Card) and Certificate for Construction Safety Supervisors will be awarded (if applicable).

Graduates of the Diploma in Construction are academically acceptable for Construction Supervisor class of membership of HKICM.

8 Programmes of Certificate in Construction are recognized as QF Level 2 under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework

Programme Features

The one-year training courses focus on training of techniques and skills to meet the needs of the trades in the industry. Comprehensive general studies are available to enhance the communication skills and knowledge on work ethics, safety, and computer application of the students, so that they can contribute to the construction industry. The programme has 8 individual disciplines. In addition, the programme offers whole person development training, including voluntary service (30 hours) and sport training (60 hours) to develop the self-awareness, analytical thinking, problem solving skills of the students. The courses also include up-to-date theoretical training to equip the students with the specialised knowledge for better prospect.

Further Studies and Careers

Graduates can join the 'Construction Industry Council Approved Technical Talents Training Programmes' and become ’Registered Skilled Workers’ through systematic apprentice training and technical assessment. 
Graduates can also complete the part-time "Diploma in Construction" programme, and enrol into the part-time "Professional Diploma in Construction for Specialist Trades”.

Recognition

Upon completion of the programme and passing the intermediate trade test, graduates can register as "Registered Semi-skilled Workers" under the Construction Workers Registration Ordinance. Upon completion of the programme and met the requirements of graduation, a graduate certificate issued by HKIC, Certificate for Mandatory Basic Safety Training (Construction Work) (Green card) and Certificate for Safety Training of Specified Trade (Silver Card) will be awarded (if applicable).