HKUST and EdUHK Co-organized Underwater Robot Fun Day for 200 Local Students
The School of Engineering of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the Department of Science and Environmental Studies of The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) co organized the Underwater Robot Fun Day on March 28, 2026 at the EdUHK Tai Po campus, engaging around 200 Primary 4 to Secondary 3 students in hands-on STEAM learning.
The event introduced students to the fundamentals of underwater robotics and marine technology through interactive learning activities. Participants gained exposure to key engineering concepts and explored how robotics was applied in real world scenarios.
A total of 24 student ambassadors, comprising 13 HKUST students and 11 EdUHK students, collaborated to deliver the program. They conducted introductory sessions on underwater robotics, covering core concepts such as buoyancy, propulsion, center of gravity and waterproofing, and facilitated participants’ learning through six interactive game booths designed to reinforce these concepts.
Through hands-on challenges and teamwork based activities, students from both institutions worked together and applied engineering design thinking in a fun and supportive environment. The event also provided valuable opportunities for student ambassadors from both institutions to develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
The Underwater Robot Fun Day reflects both universities’ strong commitment to promoting STEAM education and facilitating cross institutional collaboration. Such efforts inspire young students to explore science and engineering beyond the classroom and provide platforms for pre-service teachers to contribute to the community through education.
