Tong Kin Fung Brian Global Operations Specialist, Flexport Inc.

Studying Aviation Studies (Operation Stream) as my specialism at HKU SPACE CC has strengthened my interest and career goal in aviation management. The elementary aviation course equipped me with basic aviation knowledge. With a strong interest in applying concepts and theories to real situations, I joined an internship programme as a Customer Services Officer in Hong Kong Aviation Ground Services Limited (HAGSL) in the summer of 2017. I performed ground handling services at Hong Kong International Airport, including boarding gate and arrival duties, which broadened my knowledge of ground service handling in airports. I also participated in the Incheon Airport Aviation Academy – Junior Airport Management Course, where I learned about the trends of aviation business worldwide, airport operations at Incheon airport, and visited the airside. Additionally, I joined study tours to Singapore and Australia, which allowed me to explore different cultures, foods, people, and transport etc. One of the unforgettable moments was my flying experience with a Cessna 172 at Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne, Australia. I remember that the weather was rainy in the morning, and I was worried that I would be unable to fly. Sometimes, the sky is unpredictable, but it turned out that I was able to fly the plane with a stunning sunset! After my remarkable two-year Higher Diploma study in HKU SPACE CC, I realized that I made the right choice! 查看详情

Cheung Tsz Chun, Anson Customer Service Assistant, Airport Authority

As an enthusiast aiming to enter aviation industry, I am so glad to have studied Higher Diploma in Aviation Studies programme at HKU SPACE CC, at which I have acquired a variety of practical knowledge and experience. Thankfully, I am currently studying the Bachelor of Arts at The University of Hong Kong, and holding the post of Customer Service Assistant at the Airport Authority Hong Kong. This programme, I believe, was an essential pathway to both academic achievements and successful career. Not only did the courses offer an array of aviation knowledge and theories, but also great opportunities to have hands-on experience that enhance my analytical competence. The one impressing me most was definitely the project on risk management for Heliservices (HK) Limited. Through the process as a leader in a group, I was inspired to utilise a variety of systematic approaches for accurate and comprehensive analysis of safety hazards identified, as well as their potential cumulative consequences. Examples were cost-benefit analysis and CLEAR Model of decision making, to name but a few. My group’s outstanding analysis, thankfully, was appreciated by aviation professionals and lecturers, hence we received Heliservices Outstanding Safety Risk Management Project Award, and won a free helicopter ride. So effective were the analytical methods that I got used to thinking in multi-dimensional, critical and logical way. Since these are the indispensable factors of academic achievements and successful career, this programme is no doubt beneficial for anyone who pursues further studies or position as a professional operating personnel in aviation industry. 查看详情

Cheng Sum Yi, Casey Logistics Engineering with Supply Chain Management (Year 3), The University of Hong Kong

Failure in public examination did not put me off two years ago, yet I grasped the chance to study Higher Diploma in Aviation Studies programme in HKU SPACE CC. I have long been fascinated and intrigued by aviation industry. This programme consolidated my knowledge in aviation which aided me to pursue my studies in The University of Hong Kong afterwards. Throughout the 2-year study, this programme provided me with aeronautical knowledge, not only theoretically, but also practically. It was fortunate for me to take part in Singapore Aviation Study Trip in 2016. It was really a tremendous opportunity, truly invaluable to step away from classrooms, and more importantly, to attend a biennial aerospace event - Singapore Airshow. I was astonished by the aerobatics flying display and I was really grateful to have a chance to view the impressive array of advanced avionics in cockpits, for which I probably could not learn from books or lectures. I believe there is still a long way for me to go. Thanks to Higher Diploma in Aviation Studies programme, it paves the way for the pursuit of my studies and future career. I am now striving hard to seize the opportunity so as to devote myself in aviation industry in the near future. 查看详情

Yung Yu Hang, Leo Flight Attendant, HK Express

Hi, I am Leo, a graduate from 2014 of Higher Diploma in Aviation Studies (HDAS). After graduation, I took the Bachelor degree of Aviation Management in Griffith University and had a wonderful experience of studied aboard in Brisbane Australia. HDAS provided many opportunities for site visits which gives students to learn on the field rather than only focus on the theories. During 2 years studies in HDAS, I had visited different aviation organisations in Hong Kong such as Heliservices and HAECO. Also, I had joined three different Study trip and had treasurable memories and knowledge gain from the trip. Visited the Airbus A320 production line at Tianjing, visited varies organisations related to aviation education including Universities and factories in Beijing and Sichuan, also visited Singapore Airshow helps me to know more about the development of modern aviation. I am glad to have chances to attend all three available study trips during my study. I had learn much not only the knowledge but also social skills which is very important in aviation because aviation is also about the connection to the world. These two years in HKU SPACE CC really helps me to build up confident and decided to go for study aboard. Thanks for the partnership between HDAS programme team and Griffith University that I had benefits from credit exemption which let me finish the degree programme within two years. I had joined University’s flying club and soaring society to have some hands-on flying experience. It was amazing but felt nervous when I had a first flight on a pilot seat having my own controls on takeoff. Luckily I had my instructor with me and had some flight simulation experience on the lab before during the time studying HDAS that made me remain calm for the rest of the flight. I am now working at HK Express as a flight attendant. HK Express is a LCC and had many differences compared to legacy airlines. What are those differences? I was heard and learn from the HDAS for the first time of what LCC is. Aviation is still developing and will keep glowing in the future. Let join us and share the passion of the sky! 查看详情

Fung Wing Hin, Oscar BEng in Logistics Management and Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

I can swim in the water, I can walk on the ground and why can't I fly in the sky ? Being a pilot has always been my dream since I was a kid like 6,7 years old, but a dream means nothing if you never set it as a goal and give a try, so I decided to try my luck here. Nothing valuable comes easy, people laughed at me because I gave up the normal path and made the decision to chase my dream two years ago, thought I have not completed my reason and become a pilot, at least I can tell everyone that making the decision to study here is undoubtedly a correct choice as it has provided me knowledge to do what I want to do, provided me the experience that allow me to be a competitive person in this society and industry, and most importantly happiness, as I have met friends here and lecturers who are always willing to help me out when I face any challenge. Throughout the two year study here, I have learnt things like Risk Management, Basic Aeronautical Knowledge, Airline and airport operation and stuffs like that, every single aspect of the airport operation has been covered in the programme which has enhanced my knowledge towards the whole industry and most importantly, to get myself be well-prepared to join the industry. Besides, I had been working in Cathay Pacific as an intern for 1 year, as the position of Customer Service Specialist at the Global Contact Centre department, being able to work in such a giant company with great reputation at the age of 18,19 is nearly impossible, but this programme has granted the chance to. All in all, it is a great opportunity to work there and the one year experience was great, I have learnt so many things from that, which allows me to be a more all-rounded student and not just learning from books and notes, but also from real-life experience. Also, I had been to Korea and joined the Incheon Airport Aviation Academy study trip in 2016, as you know, the Inchecon Airport is one of the best and most impressive airport in the world, having a better reputation than hundreds and thousands of airports in the globe including the Hong Kong International Airport. Aviation is an industry that is an international one, so to improve ourselves, we must take other places as reference, learn from their good and get rid of the bad. Although I have only joined one study trip, I have to say that you are going to learn more than just sitting at the library and read the books. As what Thomas Fuller said, He that travels far knows much, go travel the world, observe the others’ culture and you will find that you are just a small piece in the universe, and there are trillions of things you still have to learn. Dream High, Fly High ! Be a part of us, instead of be apart from us ! Come join our family ! 查看详情

Scarlet Lee Bachelor of Engineering in Energy Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong

The most effective way to do it is to just do it. And, I made a good choice in 2014, the year I started my study in this programme. I will never forget the brilliant time I had and the experience I gained in this course created by our programme team, teachers and the aviation specialists. If you have a little interest and are curious about aviation, choosing this course would be a good start to you to know this field. Aviation Studies is a big family. We have many great and experienced teachers from the aviation industry. Meanwhile, the warm and caring programme team provides valuable opportunities for to bridge students’ knowledge of some practical skills, which is a must in any workplace. Outbound activities, internships, workshops, to name but a few, are the activities which widened my horizon, and developed connections to the industry. In 2015, I received an opportunity to work as a technical support member in a helicopter company. I felt excited and careful about this job. In 8 weeks as an intern, I was fortunately allowed to learn and gain experience from different departments, such as engineering, operations and quality assurance. The working time was enjoyable because the knowledge from lectures and books could be applied in an authentic environment. Hence, it made my study more meaningful and gave me momentum to study harder in order to get prepared for my career in my favorite area. Now, I am still working there part-time to consolidate my knowledge in aviation and maintain my connection to the aviation sector. Overseas trips are also precious chances for me to build up my world view. Visiting and being a participant in the international conferences, airshows and aviation companies were helpful in knowing the latest technologies and news in aviation. Beside the aviation knowledge, I will also know the cultural differences in various countries in terms of the regulations, attitudes and so on. The programme team brought me to see the world, which is an essential element for deciding my career and the future. It won’t be easy but it will be worth it. Success does not come to you; you have to go to it and make it come true. Let you dreams take flight here and now. 查看详情