Building Studies │ Higher Diploma
The construction industry in Hong Kong is booming. With the increasing number of projects in infrastructure, building constructions, maintenance and repair and redevelopment, the demand for electrical, mechanical and construction talents is continually high, creating career opportunities for young people.
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| Earn and Learn | : | Under the scheme, participants will receive on-the-job training and classroom learning at the same time. A steady income and a recognised qualification are guaranteed |
| All-round Career Support | : | One-stop career counselling and placement services |
| Professional Career after Scheme Completion | : | Upon completion of the scheme, graduates of Higher Diploma will be entitled to a monthly salary not less than $12,000 |
| Flexible Articulation Pathways | : | Graduates can pursue further studies to acquire higher qualifications and become a professional in the field |
Higher Diploma in Building Studies
Study Arrangement
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The first to fourth years |
Participants will be employed by the participating companies as apprentices. For the first 3 years, the employer will sponsor the apprentice to study the Higher Diploma programme at IVE for one day and two evenings per week.. |
Allowance & Salary*
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The first to third years |
Apprentices will receive a total subsidy of $30,800 from their employers, a guaranteed monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $2,500& government allowance. The total monthly income will be above $10,000. |
| The fourth year | Full-time on-the-job training with guaranteed monthly salary not less than $9,000#. |
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The first year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $2,000& Government Allowance |
Monthly average $11,000 or above |
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The second year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $2,500& Government Allowance |
Monthly average $11,500 or above |
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The third year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,000# and an average of $3,000& Government Allowance |
Monthly average $12,000 or above |
| An additional subsidy during the first to third year | $30,800 |
| The fourth year Full-time training | |
* Mode of issuing subsidy and Government Allowance may vary across trades and industries.
# For apprentices who join the VTC Earn & Learn Scheme on or after 1 April 2024, the guaranteed monthly salary will be adjusted to $10,000.
& For apprentices who join the VTC Earn & Learn Scheme on or after 1 April 2024, they will be entitled to the Monthly Apprenticeship Training Allowance of $1,000 per month during the apprenticeship.
Tuition Fees
- Employers will sponsor the tuition fees.
Entry Requirement^
- Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics; or
- VTC Foundation Diploma (Level 3) / Diploma of Foundation Studies and with successful completion of Foundation Mathematics III; or
- VTC Diploma in Vocational Education / Diploma of Vocational Education with successful completion of Mathematics 3G/ 3E; or
- Yi Jin Diploma / Diploma Yi Jin with successful completion of Mathematics Plus or
- Equivalent.
Offering Institute:
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For enquiries:
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Office of the Director of Apprenticeship Email: oda@vtc.edu.hk Information as of February 2024. VTC reserves the right to revise or cancel any programme if circumstances so warrant. Details will be announced on the Admission Homepage. |
SIN Ching-yuen
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| ‘The all-round and structured on-the-job training enhanced my skillset and knowledge in the field. After finishing the Scheme, I can get a recognised qualification and work towards my goal as an engineer.’ |
This programme is only applicable to applicants nominated by employers.
To join the VTC Earn and Learn Scheme, Employer will sign an apprenticeship contract and sponsor apprentices to study the part-time Day HD programme:
Enquiry: Office of the Director of Apprenticeship
Tel.: 2756 4123
Email: oda@vtc.edu.hk
URL: www.vtc.edu.hk/apprenticeship