It is with great pride that we announce Prof. Cindy Lam (left), Assistant Professor of Science Education in the Department of Ocean Science, has been awarded a Silver Medal in the “Protection of the Environment – Recycling” category at the renowned International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva. This prestigious annual event, established in 1972, highlights innovative inventions from around the world and attracts participants from diverse fields, including Technology, Healthcare, and Engineering.  Read more

We are pleased to announce that we recently held a UG Graduation Dinner to honor our Class of 2025. The evening commenced with a class photo session at Shaw Auditorium, where the atmosphere was filled with joy and anticipation. Read more

We are thrilled to share the success of the “Exploring Ocean Science @ HKUST” one-day program held on April 21 as part of HK SciFest 2025, organized in collaboration with the Hong Kong Science Museum.  The day was filled with engaging activities that highlighted the wonders of ocean science:  Read more

On March 12, 2025, the Department of Ocean Science (OCES) hosted an inspiring Alumni Career Session featuring 6 distinguished alumni who shared their career journeys and decision-making processes with current students. The event began with an opening speech by Prof. Stanley Lau, who expressed gratitude to the alumni and encouraged students to thoughtfully plan for their futures. Read more

[Call for Registration!] The Summer Research Program (three weeks) is designed for outstanding end-of-year 3 undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing research postgraduate study in the Department of Ocean Science at HKUST. This program offers participants with the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the research life at HKUST and work with faculty mentors from our department in conducting research projects in an interactive environment. Read more

On 8 February 2025, 22 undergraduate students with a keen interest in Ocean Science participated in a field trip organized by the Department of Ocean Science in celebration of “HKUST Ocean Day 2025.” The trip to Sharp Island provided students with hands-on experience in marine biology and related technologies. Read more

We are excited to announce that HKUST Ocean Day 2025 was a resounding success! This two-day event, organized by the Department of Ocean Science, took place on February 7-8, 2025, on the HKUST campus. It celebrated our oceans and raised awareness about their critical importance to our planet. The event encouraged attendees to take action in preserving marine life and habitats, reminding us of the vital role oceans play in our ecosystem, climate, and daily lives. Together, let’s learn more about our oceans and explore ways we can help keep them healthy! Read more

On February 7, 2025, the Department of Ocean Science hosted its first Spring Dinner at China Garden, HKUST, celebrating the Year of the Snake. All OCES faculty members, staff, and students were invited to attend. Read more

We are thrilled to announce the successful launch of the Ocean Science Alumni Association, a dynamic new initiative aimed at fostering connections among graduates of the BSc in Environmental Science (ENVS) and BSc in Ocean Science and Technology (OST) programs. This association is designed to strengthen our community and provide invaluable support to our alumni network.  Read more

On December 9, 2024, we welcomed 10 undergraduate students from Chongben Honors College, Ocean University of China (OUC), to our campus. The visit included a tour of our Ocean Research Facilities, where students had the opportunity to observe our cutting-edge research in action. Read more