We are always seeking highly motivated talents at multiple levels.

1. Ph.D Students

We are always looking for excellent Ph.D students with self-motivation and passion for research. Priorities will be given to prospective candidates with research background in the folllowing two directions: 1) controlled synthesis of 2D transition metal dichalcogenides; 2) Structural engineering of layered 2D nanomterials for energy and electronic applciations. Please see my Research for the detail information about this two directions. We take 1-2 Ph.D students every year. If you are interested in our research directions, please send your Transcript and CV (including research experience and Publication List, if any) to Prof. Lai (zhuangchai.lai@polyu.edu.hk).

(1) The application deadline for Postgraduate Admissions is normally on 31 December (at 12:00 noon, Hong Kong time) every year. Applications received after the above-mentioned deadline can also be considered subject to the availability of student places. To learn more details about Postgraduate Admissions, please click here.

(2) The minimum English Proficiency Requirement by the College of Engineering is one of the follows.

# TOEFL: a minimum total score 79 (internet-based)

# IELTS: a minimum score of 6.5

(3) Outstanding PhD candidates with a high GPA and strong research background can apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme which provides much more attractive package (Please click here for more details). The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme usually calls for application from 1 September, and the deadline for submission is on 31 December (at 12:00 noon, Hong Kong time) every year. The application result will be notified in May of next year. Note that successful applicants are normally required to commence studies at the University in August of next year.

2. Undergraduate Students

Our group welcomes highly self-motivated Undergraduate Students with similar research interests to join us.

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