The programme aims to provide an opportunity for university graduates in physical science or engineering disciplines to obtain post-graduate level training in applied physics with highly marketable professional skills specialized in the sub-fields of Bio-medical Physics, Energy Materials Physics and General Advanced Physics. It also provides an opportunity for scientists and engineers in industry to upgrade their knowledge or skills through pursuing graduate level studies of various topics of applied physics.  The graduates of this programme will gain knowledge of physical principles and how these principles can be applied to practical problems in specific related professions.  The training and knowledge provided are suitable for employment as medical technical specialists and engineers in electronic and renewable energy industries in Hong Kong, China and other South Eastern countries.  It is also expected that this programme will serve as a bridge providing a good base for students to pursue Ph.D. studies in related fields (Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).

Upon successful completion of this Programme, students should:

1. Have acquired an extensive and in-depth physical knowledge of and analytical skills in various fields in applied and engineering physics.
2. Have developed the ability to apply the knowledge of applied and engineering physics to generate creative and ethical solutions in the working environment.
3. Be able to communicate effectively with applied and engineering physics related professions.
4. Be able to apply textbook theories to applied and engineering physics problems.
5. Be able to design and conduct experiments, as well as to critically analyze and interpret data.
6. Be able to identify, formulate, solve engineering or scientific problems and generate new ideas in the relevant subfields of applied and engineering physics.
7. Have developed necessary skills to present research findings in a logical manner to the scientific community.
8. Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.