Physics may be considered as a study of the basic regularities behind the various complex phenomena in the physical world; its objects range from the tiniest like quarks in a proton to the largest like the universe of which our solar system is a minute part, and from systems as simple as free particles to those as complex as typhoons in our atmosphere. It is the goal of the endeavour of the Department of Physics to contribute to the understanding and applications of the fascinating facets of nature, and to offer a solid and attractive curriculum to our inquiring youth.
Our BSc programme in Physics is designed with the aim of training our students to have a good grasp of fundamental knowledge and general methods, and to appreciate and understand their important applications in the modern society. Courses are offered in the form of lectures, laboratories, small-group discussions and problem solving sessions, colloquia, seminars, and projects. Some courses are being taught with the multi-media courseware in the integrated teaching studio. In addition to the core courses which are required of all, there are two streams of concentration and other electives of various levels available for students to choose.
In addition, the department designs various programmes to enhance the learning experience of its students. These include Overseas Programme for Undergraduate Study (OPUS) and Summer Undergraduate Research Exchange (SURE) programme with renowned overseas universities, Summer Internship at Hong Kong Observatory, and Summer Teacher AppRenticeship (STAR) programme with secondary schools in Hong Kong. In addition to the University and College scholarships, outstanding students of the department are qualified to compete for the C N Yang Scholarship and the Physics Prize.