This program is for our
students to work as teachers’ aides in secondary schools (STAR) or student
interns in the Hong Kong Space Museum, so that they can gain
invaluable experience in various expertises and widen
their vision. Participants will go
to the particular institution and work full time under supervision.
If you are a PHY undergraduate in the year 2018-2019, you are eligible to apply. You should also have a good academic record and are interested in a teaching career. We look for motivated students who have a solid physics background, who are independent, creative, and get along well with students and teachers alike.
Successful applicants completing the programme will be awarded a scholarship of HK$9,500.
Participants’
responsibilities 
1. Successful applicants have to complete a training program before working in secondary schools. Poor performance in the program may lead to his/her disqualification.
2. At the completion of the internship, each student has to give an oral report in an experience-sharing session.
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March, 2019 |
Announcement of schools and supervisors |
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To be announced. |
Briefing session
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25th
March, 2019 (Mon) |
Deadline of application |
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Late March, 2019 |
Interview with short-listed applicants |
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May, 2019 |
Training program |
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Late May -
August, 2019 |
Work in schools / HK Space Museum |
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Schools |
Teachers/Supervisors |
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Immaculate
Heart of Mary College |
Mr Wong Tommy |
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Christian
& Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School |
Mr Ho Chun Yan |
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Christ
College |
Mr Wong Rocky |
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SKH
St. Benedicts School |
Mr Hung Yam
Hei |
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Lui
Cheung Kwong Lutheran College |
Ms Ho Mo Shan |
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Good
Hope School |
Mr Lam Edmond |
Hong Kong Space Museum
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Organization |
Supervisor |
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Hong Kong Space Museum |
Mr Leung Wai-ming, Robert Curator
of the Space Museum |
Briefing session
A briefing session will be held before the deadline of application. The date and time will be announced soon.
Inquiry
Dr. LEUNG Po Kin (3943 4078)
pkleung@cuhk.edu.hk
Webpage: http://www.phy.cuhk.edu.hk/star
Advisory Committee:
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Ms Ho Mo Shan |
Lui Cheung Kwong
Lutheran College |
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Mr Wong Tommy |
Immaculate
Heart of Mary College |
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Mr Ho Chun Yan |
Christian
& Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School |
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Mr Wong Rocky |
Christ
College |
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Mr Hung Yam Hei |
SKH
St. Benedicts School |
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Mr Lam Edmond |
Good Hope School |
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Mr
Leung Wai-ming, Robert |
Hong Kong Space Museum |
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Application forms can
be downloaded here (pdf version)
The completed form, together with a copy of your unofficial transcript and a brief CV, should be returned to Physics Department General Office (SC108) before 5:00 pm, 25th
March, 2019. FAQ
Q:
Can a participant still do a final-year project?
A:
This is up to your
potential final-year project supervisor. It is your responsibility to tell your
potential supervisor that you plan to take up this internship. You may have to
make a choice between this program and a final-year project.
Q:
What is the training program about?
A: Participants will be asked to attend
talks given by previous apprentices and experienced teachers, and to prepare
course materials.
Q:
Can I apply both the STAR and HK Space Museum internship?
Q:
Can I still join summer research internship or other activities?
A:
Yes, you may apply for both. You need to state your preference in the application form. You can accept only one offer.
A:
Due to the time clash, it is not possible to join both the STAR internship, and the summer research internship. It may however be possible for other acitivites. Please contact Dr. Leung for further details and discussions.