TYUT Delegation Visits HKBU Physics to Explore Academic Programmes and Research Facilities
TYUT Delegation Visits HKBU Physics to Explore Academic Programmes and Research Facilities
The Department of Physics at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU-PHYS) warmly welcomed a delegation of 16 faculty members and students from the College of Physics and Optoelectronics at Taiyuan University of Technology (TYUT) on 4 - 5 November for an engaging two-day academic exchange programme. The visit served to deepen the long-standing collaboration between the two institutions while spotlighting the flagship Joint Bachelor-cum-Master Study Programme (the "3+2" Programme).
Showcasing Academic Excellence and Strategic Pathways
The programme commenced with an overview presented by Professor Furong Zhu, Head of the Department of Physics, who highlighted the Department’s latest milestones, research excellence, and comprehensive academic offerings. These include the Research Postgraduate (RPg) Programme, the Master of Science (MSc) in Green Technology (Energy), the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Green Energy and Smart Technology, and the established "3+2" articulation initiative.
Respective Programme Directors further introduced the distinctive curricula, cutting-edge research opportunities, and student development pathways available within the Department and HKBU:
- Professor Changsong Zhou, Programme Director, Research Postgraduate (RPg) Programme
- Dr Qian Hu, Programme Director, MSc in Green Technology (Energy)
- Dr Martin Ma, Programme Director, BSc in Green Energy and Smart Technology
- Dr W.H. Choi, Programme Director, HKBU–TYUT "3+2" Joint Programme
Exploring World-Class Research Facilities
During campus tours, the TYUT delegation visited key state-of-the-art research centres and university facilities, including:
- Advanced Life Sciences and Mass Spectrometry Laboratory
- Life Science Imaging Centre
- Centre for Exercise Science and Medicine
- Specialized departmental physics and materials science laboratories
- Dr. & Mrs. Hung Hin Shiu Museum of Chinese Medicine at HKBU
- HKBU Main Library and modern digital learning commons
Guided by HKBU faculty, researchers, and technical staff, the visiting students and scholars gained firsthand insight into HKBU's interdisciplinary research strengths, advanced instrumentation, and vibrant academic environment.
Student Sharing and Immersive Classroom Experience
To provide practical perspectives on campus life and postgraduate study in Hong Kong, an interactive peer-sharing session was held. Post-doctoral Research Fellow Dr. Yang Hao, PhD candidate Mr. Zixiang Wu and current "3+2" Programme student Mr. Yihang Zheng in HKBU-PHYS shared their academic journeys, research projects, and everyday living experiences in Hong Kong. They also answered questions from TYUT students regarding academic transition, coursework expectations, and postgraduate application procedures.
In addition, the delegation participated in live undergraduate class visit. This immersive experience enabled the visiting students to engage directly with HKBU's interactive classroom culture, observe the English-medium instructional environment, and experience university teaching methodologies firsthand—inspiring many to consider future research attachments and degree studies at HKBU-PHYS.
Strengthening Future Collaborative Ties
The two-day academic exchange programme provided a valuable platform for scholarly dialogue and further consolidated the institutional partnership between HKBU and TYUT. Both institutions reaffirmed their commitment to advancing higher-education cooperation, fostering cross-boundary talent mobility, and exploring new avenues for collaborative teaching and scientific research.
- Prof. Furong Zhu and Programme Directors from the HKBU Department of Physics warmly welcome the TYUT delegation and introduce the department's academic programmes.
- The visit further strengthens the partnership between HKBU and TYUT and promotes future collaboration in education and research.
- The TYUT delegation visited various key state-of-the-art research centres and university facilities.
