New AI & Emerging Technologies Capstone Pathway

The new Capstone Project (CP) pathway allows you to design and implement projects that creatively use AI and other emerging technologies (such as the metaverse, VR/AR, and advanced educational tools) in real teaching or work contexts.

 

Who can join?

Students from all undergraduate programmes will be able to opt into this pathway.

What will you work on?

You will plan and carry out a capstone project that applies AI and other emerging technologies to solve authentic problems in education, communication, heritage, sports, or other work-related settings. Typical directions include AI-enhanced learning tools, VR/AR experiences, metaverse-based activities, and data-driven support systems for professional practice.

Your project follows the existing Capstone structure of your programme:

  • Capstone Project I (CPI: Research Methods and Proposal)

    • Identify and refine a project topic that meaningfully uses AI or emerging technologies in a teaching/work context.
    • Demonstrate or visualise your project idea and prepare a formal CP proposal under supervision.

  • Capstone Project II (CPII: Project Output)

    • Implement your proposed solution, collect and analyse data where appropriate, and present your final deliverables.

Core requirements for students on this pathway

  • Attend at least 3 hours of hands-on workshops offered by LTTC on AI, metaverse, VR/AR and advanced educational tools, with a strong focus on real-life applications and problem-solving.
  • During CPI, obtain supervisor approval for your topic, with input from an LTTC coordinator/adviser on technical feasibility.
  • During CPII, attend at least one consultation session per semester with LTTC to review progress and receive technical advice.

Support you will receive

From LTTC

  • Workshops and meetings
    • Tailored workshops for students and supervisors on key emerging technologies and tools, with hands-on practice.
    • Regular meetings with supervisors to understand needs and fine-tune training.
  • Online self-learning resources
    • Access to videos, tutorials and case studies that showcase successful AI and emerging technology projects in real settings.
  • Consultation and helpdesk
    • Mandatory one-to-one/small-group consultation sessions each semester to discuss your design, implementation and troubleshooting.
    • A technical helpdesk where you can seek support on tools, platforms and implementation issues as needed.
  • Equipment and facilities
    • Loan of devices (e.g. iPads, Apple Pencils, Android tablets, Surface laptops) for up to three weeks on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Booking of specialised spaces such as the STEM Innovation Hub, Metaverse Education Lab, LLM Studio/Mobile Computing Lab and Video Production Room for development and showcase.
    • Recommendations and provision of suitable software/hardware so your project outcomes remain usable beyond graduation.

From Faculties and Programmes

  • Guidance in shaping feasible and meaningful project topics that align with programme outcomes while leveraging AI/emerging technologies.
  • Supervisors who are prepared to support technology-rich projects and who work closely with LTTC to coordinate training and resources.
  • Ongoing evaluation and refinement of the pathway based on student and supervisor feedback from the pilot and full runs.

Why join this pathway?

  • Develop future-ready competence in AI and emerging technologies that are increasingly important in education and the workplace.
  • Get structured, hands-on support (workshops, consultations, equipment and labs) to turn innovative ideas into robust, showcase-ready capstone outputs.
  • Build a portfolio project that demonstrates your ability to apply advanced technologies to real-world teaching and professional challenges.

If you are interested in joining this pathway, look out for announcements from your programme about CPI/CPII enrolment and selection, and contact your programme office or LTTC for further details.

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