{"id":8228,"date":"2021-06-02T11:15:51","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T03:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hkmu.edu.hk\/st\/?page_id=8228"},"modified":"2021-06-02T12:00:46","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T04:00:46","slug":"new-covid-19-arrangement-by-ada","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hkmu.edu.hk\/st\/new-covid-19-arrangement-by-ada\/","title":{"rendered":"New COVID-19 Arrangement by Ada"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"8228\" class=\"elementor elementor-8228\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has_eae_slider wavo-column-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-57ef202b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"57ef202b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3c7c32f0\" data-id=\"3c7c32f0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div data-split-settings=\"{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;chars&quot;,&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInUp2&quot;}\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13d63d46 wavo-headig-split heading-has-split-yes wavo-transform transform-type-translate elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"13d63d46\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">COVID-19 <span style=\"color:#333333\">Arrangement<\/span><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-675f3abe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"675f3abe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Being an integral part of an advancing metropolis, we offer a wide range of innovative, professional and industry-responsive programmes to meet your learning aspirations and address the contemporary needs of the city and neighbouring regions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has_eae_slider wavo-column-gap-default elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-44c72c0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"44c72c0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c589e4b\" data-id=\"c589e4b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c3d18c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c3d18c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1>Communications Technology<\/h1><p>All Communications Technology programmes, including those with pathways, are phasing out starting from the 2021 Spring Term. For new admission, please consider other programmes.<\/p><p>This programme provides comprehensive knowledge of the basic principles of telecommunications and computer communications, their applications in communications technology, and the basis of existing communications practices. Students will also be able to analyse and design advanced communication systems. The Honours programme provides students with advanced knowledge and specialization, as well as the training needed to handle independent project work.<\/p><p>Graduates will be qualified to take up employment as communications technologists and network administrators\/managers in the communications industry.<\/p><h3>Programme List and Prospectus<\/h3><table id=\"programmetable\"><tbody><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc\u00a0in Communications Technology<\/td><td>(BSCCT)<\/td><td>120 credits \u00a0<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153018000\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc\u00a0in\u00a0Communications Technology (through Pathway 1)<\/td><td>(BSCCT1)<\/td><td>40 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153065200\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc\u00a0in Communications Technology (through Pathway 2)<\/td><td>(BSCCT2)<\/td><td>50 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153065400\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0BSc (Hons) in Communications Technology<\/td><td>(BSCHCT)<\/td><td>160 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153039200\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc (Hons) in\u00a0Communications Technology (through Pathway 1)<\/td><td>(BSCHCT1)<\/td><td>80 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153065600\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc (Hons) in\u00a0Communications Technology (through Pathway 2)<\/td><td>(BSCHCT2)<\/td><td>90 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153035800\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 BSc (Hons)\u00a0in Communications Technology (with Management)<\/td><td>(BSCHCTM)<\/td><td>160 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153002000\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 Higher Diploma in Mobile Communications Technology<\/td><td>(HDMCT)<\/td><td>90 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153030000&amp;lang=eng&amp;status=1\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0 \u00a0 Diploma in Communications Technology<\/td><td>(DCT)<\/td><td>60 credits<\/td><td>\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcGenericPage2010&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191153027000&amp;status=1&amp;lang=eng\">Prospectus<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3>Entry Requirements:<\/h3><ul><li>DCT, HDMCT, BSCCT, BSCHCT &amp; BSCHCTM: Admission is open to anyone in Hong Kong over the age of 17.<\/li><li>BSCCT1 &amp;BSCHCT1: a student shall normally possess a higher diploma or associate degree in\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/sct.ouhk.edu.hk\/engsc\/data\/uploads\/programmepdf\/pathway-bscct.pdf\"><u>a discipline closely related to Communications Technology<\/u><\/a>.<\/li><li>BSCCT2 &amp;BSCHCT2: a student shall normally possess the Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering awarded by The Open University of Hong Kong.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Mode of Study:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcFaqWeb&amp;lang=eng\">Distance learning<\/a><\/li><li>In distance learning, students are provided with self-study materials which allow them to study at their own pace. Tutors will provide tutorials and online support.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Programme Structure:<\/h3><ul><li>\u00a0The programme structure and the course outline can be seen in the prospectus. (See the Programme List and Prospectus section above.)<\/li><\/ul><h3>Study Plan:<\/h3><ul><li>Since most DL students study part-time, at their own pace, the length of time they take to complete their studies varies. For example, most people take around five years to gain the 120 credits needed for a Bachelor's Degree (usually taking one or two courses at a time), but some have managed to compress it into three.<\/li><li>Students can take courses in any order (except those with prerequisites). In general, new students are advised to choose a course or courses at the Foundation or Middle level that are listed for the programme.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Credit Exemption \u2013 Pathway:<\/h3><ul><li>Pathways (BSCCT1, BSCCT2, BSCHCT1 and BSCHCT2) provide a very convenient means to obtain credit exemption for students holding a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/sct.ouhk.edu.hk\/engsc\/data\/uploads\/programmepdf\/pathway-bscct.pdf\">relevant qualification<\/a>.<\/li><li>80 credits are exempted through Pathway 1; 70 credits are exempted through Pathway 2.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Credit Exemption &#8211; Advanced Standing:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcAdmWeb&amp;l=C_REG&amp;lid=1385182126235&amp;c=C_REG&amp;cid=1385182072173&amp;lang=eng&amp;sch=REG&amp;mid=0\">Block Credit Transfer (BCT)<\/a>\u00a0is the general means of applying for credit exemption based on your current academic qualification.<\/li><li>Application should be submitted to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/exemption\">Advanced Standing\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/exemption\">&amp; Records<\/a>\u00a0Office. The office will assess your academic qualification and determine the number of exempted credits.<\/li><li>Before your application, you may search for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/~bpmswww\/oubpms.pl\">precedent cases<\/a>\u00a0for your qualification. The result can be used as an indicator for the assessment of your qualification.<\/li><li>There is a\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcAdmWeb&amp;l=C_REG&amp;lid=1385182126235&amp;c=C_REG&amp;cid=1385182080738&amp;lang=eng&amp;sch=REG&amp;mid=0\">charge<\/a>\u00a0for BCT application.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Course Fees:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcSingPage&amp;c=C_ETPU&amp;cid=191151050400&amp;lang=eng\">The course fee<\/a>\u00a0is based on number of credits and course level. For example, a 10-credit middle-level course costs $10,800 in 2016.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Admission:<\/h3><ul><li>The OUHK has two intakes each year &#8211; normally in Autumn Term (September) and Spring Term (January).<\/li><li>Admission normally opens three months before the Term starts.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ouhk.edu.hk\/wcsprd\/Satellite?pagename=OUHK\/tcSingPage&amp;c=C_REG&amp;cid=1385181510224&amp;lang=eng\">Ways to register<\/a>\u00a0include online registration and Application by hand.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Enquiry:<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"http:\/\/sct.ouhk.edu.hk\/engsc\/useful-links\/\">General enquiry<\/a>\u00a0(admission and registration)<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/sct.ouhk.edu.hk\/engsc\/about-us\/contact-us\/\">Programmes and courses<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>COVID-19 Arrangement Being an integral part of an advancing metropolis, we offer a wide range of innovative, professional and industry-responsive programmes to meet your learning aspirations and address the contemporary needs of the city and neighbouring regions. 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