Program Overview

Low-Altitude Technology (LAT) Program

Overview

The Low-Altitude Technology (LAT) program focuses on the theoretical principles and innovative design of low-altitude aerial vehicles and their safe operation. This program prepares students for sectors such as drones, unmanned cargo planes, executive jets, engines, propellers, avionics, and aviation economics, supporting the low-altitude transportation network. The skills developed include aerial vehicle design, manufacturing processes, operational skills, and hands-on fabrication training.

Curriculum Structure

The MSc(Eng) in Low-Altitude Technology curriculum is purposefully structured to provide students with a robust foundation in the theoretical principles, innovative design, and practical operation of low-altitude aerial vehicles. This program is tailored for those aiming to excel in the rapidly evolving low-altitude economy, including sectors such as drones, unmanned cargo planes, general aviation, and related technologies.

Programme Requirements

To successfully complete the LAT curriculum, candidates must earn a total of 84 credits distributed as follows:

• Discipline Core Courses: Not less than 30 credits
• Discipline Elective Courses: Not less than 12 credits
• Free Elective Courses: Not more than 12 credits
• Capstone Experience: 30 credits

Course Selection Guidelines

• Total Courses: Candidates are required to complete 10 courses, including 6 courses from List A and at least 2 from List B.
• Capstone Experience: Completion of a dissertation is mandatory, offering an opportunity for in-depth research and hands-on application in low-altitude technology.
• Free Electives: Students may select up to 2 courses from other taught postgraduate curricula, either within or beyond the Faculty of Engineering, as free electives—encouraging interdisciplinary learning and broader academic exposure.
• Approval: All course selections are subject to approval by the Course Coordinators to ensure a coherent and academically rigorous study plan.

Programme Details

• Mode of Study: Offered only in full-time mode over one and a half academic years.
• Industry Relevance: Prepares students for sectors such as drones, unmanned cargo planes, executive jets, engines, propellers, avionics, and aviation economics, supporting the low-altitude transportation network.
• Skills Developed: Aerial vehicle design, manufacturing processes, operational skills, and hands-on fabrication training.