Water polo is a team water sport. It consists of 4 quarters in which the two teams attempt to score goals by throwing the ball into their opponent's goal. The team with the most goals at the end of the game winning the match. A team consists of 7 players including 6 field players and 1 goalkeeper in the water. In addition to this, teams may have substitute field players and 1 substitute goalkeeper who are not in the water.

The HKUST Water Polo Team was under Students’ Swimming Club, HKUSTSU. The Team recruits team members via the Swimming Club and have regular trainings to prepare for the inter-varsity competitions. Please contact the Team Captain if you are interested in water polo.