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Short Courses

2026 Short Courses

Open for Application Now!

MTR Academy translates the topics in the day-to-day business and operation of the railway industry into short courses for interested parties. By delving into both local and regional case studies, the courses seek to raise awareness of global best practices, enrich professional knowledge, as well as create a community of like-minded industry players.

Continuing Professional Development Series

Professionals will share their experience and knowledge of railway systems and related fields through short courses, offering a platform for sharing and discussion. Participants can benefit from the transfer of know-how and raise their professional knowledge.

Course Mode of Learning Date Time
SC 26-005
CPD Series: Rolling Stock – Design Principles
Lecture 6 Mar- 15 May 2026 (Fridays) Lectures: 6 Mar- 15 May 2026 19:00-22:00
Visit: 16 May 2026 09:00-12:00
SC 26-009
CPD Series: The Transformative Impact of AI and Autonomous Vehicles on the Future of Transportation
Lecture 11 Apr 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-011
CPD Series: Fundamentals of Railway Signalling and Train Control
Lecture 2 May & 9 May 2026 (Saturday) 2 May: 09:00-12:00 &
9 May: 09:00-12:00; 13:30 - 16:30
SC 26-012
CPD Series: Knowledge Management in Transport
Lecture 15 May 2026 (Friday) 19:00 - 22:00
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Railway Series

Railway Series covers an array of topics that are relevant to railway operations and engineering. The short courses are suitable for railway enthusiasts, students and the general public to satisfy their curiosity about railway systems.

Course Mode of Learning Date Time
SC 26-002
A Fun and Interactive Learning – Railway Operations
Lecture 23 & 24 Feb 2026 (Monday & Tuesday) 09:00-12:00 ; 13:30-16:30
SC 26-006
Railway series: High-Speed Rail Development and Operations (Visit)
Visit 14 Mar 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00 ; 13:00-16:00
SC 26-007
Railway Series: Environmental Management in Railway Operations - Challenges and Opportunities
Lecture 20 Mar 2026 (Saturday) 19:00-22:00
SC 26-010
Railway Series: Light Rail Operations (Visit)
Visit 18 Apr 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-013
Railway Series: Signalling System
Lecture 16 May 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-014
Railway Series: Introduction to Tsing Yi OCC (Visit)
Visit 23 May 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-015
Railway Series: Human Factors in Safety Management for Railways
Lecture 30 May 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-016
Railway Series: Power Distribution System
Lecture 13 Jun 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-017
Railway Series: Railway Telecommunication System
Lecture 26 Jun 2026 (Friday) 09:00-12:00
SC 26-018
Railway Series: Station Operations and Facilities (Visit)
Visit 27 Jun 2026 (Saturday) 09:00-12:00
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Technology Series

Course Mode of Learning Date Time
To be announced Webinar To be announced To be announced
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Certificate in Basic Security Services (QASRS)

Prerequisite: Please refer to individual course page

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We attach great importance to every aspect of sustainable development. Course materials are now offering to students in digital formats only. The course materials (if applicable) will be sent to successful applicant via email provided during application at least one working day before the course commencement.

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Course
Code
Course NamePeriodVenue*PrerequisiteFeeApplication
SC 26-002A Fun and Interactive Learning – Railway Operations23-24 Feb 2026 09:00-12:00 & 13:30-16:30MTR Academy & HKPC AcademyHK$1,800.00
SC 26-005CPD Series: Rolling Stock – Design Principles6 Mar- 15 May 2026 19:00-22:00 Visit: 16 May 2026 09:00-12:00MTR Academy - Hung Hom Centre & MTR Depot (TBC)HK$3,690.00
SC 26-006Railway series: High-Speed Rail Development and Operations (Visit)14 Mar 2026 09:00-12:00 & 13:00-16:00MTR HSR Shek Kong Stabling SidingsHK$650.00
SC 26-007Railway Series: Environmental Management in Railway Operations - Challenges and Opportunities 20 Mar 2026 19:00-22:00HHBHK$270.00
SC 26-009CPD Series: The Transformative Impact of AI and Autonomous Vehicles on the Future of Transportation 11 Apr 2026 09:00-12:00HHBHK$342.00
SC 26-010Railway Series: Light Rail Operations (Visit) 18 Apr 2026 09:00-12:00MTR Light Rail Depot, Tuen MunHK$380.00
SC 26-011CPD Series: Fundamentals of Railway Signalling and Train Control2 May 2026 09:00-12:00 & 9 May 2026 9:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30HHBn/aHK$2,790.00
SC 26-012CPD Series: Knowledge Management in Transport15 May 2026 19:00-22:00HHBHK$342.00
SC 26-013Railway Series: Signalling System16 May 2026 09:00-12:00HHBHK$270.00
SC 26-014Railway Series: Introduction to Tsing Yi Operations Control Centre (Visit) 23 May 2026 09:00-12:00MTR Tsing Yi StationHK$380.00

Remark

* MTR Academy
HHB:Hung Hom Centre
KBD:Kowloon Bay Deport Centre
TAD:Tai Wai Depot Centre
PHD:Pat Heung Depot Centre
HQ:Headquarters Centre
CL:Citylink Centre
MP:Manhattan Place