Asia s Leading International University

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1 Asia s Leading International University

2 HONG KONG - FIND YOUR ENERGY HERE Most competitive economy in the world (World Competitiveness Yearbook, 2012) One of the safest cities in the world (United Nations International Crime Victim Survey) The world s 3rd financial centre (Global Financial Centre Index, 2013) World s most globalized economy (Ernst & Young and Economics Intelligence Unit, 2012) Fusion of East and West Hong Kong is a metropolis rich in both Asian and Western culture and traditions, a legacy inherited from its colourful past. In Hong Kong, you can experience a unique blend of East and West, from festivals and food to world-class events and entertainment. The city was ranked the most culturally integrated economy by The Globalization Index Hong Kong sits at the heart of the Pearl River Delta on the south-eastern coast of China. It combines the benefits of a superior business centre with a location and ties that make it the ideal gateway to both Asia and China.

3 Leading International Business Powerhouse In Hong Kong, you can take advantage of the opportunities to work in an internationally competitive environment and thrive in the freest economy in the world. Located in the heart of Asia, Hong Kong is an international hub for trading, technology, finance, logistics and tourism. As a graduate from a university in Hong Kong, you are encouraged by the government to stay and work in Hong Kong through an automatic visa arrangement for international graduates. All major international corporations operate in Hong Kong and use it as a gateway to open up their markets in Mainland China, while the city also acts as a springboard for Mainland Chinese enterprises to seek global investment opportunities. Hong Kong s supportive economic and investment environment makes it very conducive to starting your own business, even as an undergraduate student.

4 World s Best Universities You will receive a prestigious, internationally recognized degree here in a city that plays a leading role in teaching and research in the world. With three universities in Hong Kong ranked within top 50 by 2012 Quacquarelli Symonds, Hong Kong is emerging as one of the world s most exciting education destinations for international students.

5 WHY HKU? Ranked 23rd in the World (QS World University Rankings, 2012) Ranked No. 1 in Asia (QS World University Rankings, 2012) Virtually 100% Graduate Employment Rate for the last seven consecutive years (CEDARS, 2013) HKU s MBA Ranked No. 1 in Asia for three consecutive years (The Economist, 2012) Highest graduate employability amongst all other governmentfunded universities in Hong Kong (Score of 99.8, QS Asian University Rankings 2012 on Employer Reputation )

6 Academic & Research Excellence You can expect to meet and learn with friends who are similarly high achievers, as HKU has: The highest headcount of international students (across all undergraduate programmes) in Hong Kong The best average local exam score for undergraduates admitted The best English language admissions scores 94% of our teachers with PhD and/or higher professional qualifications 50% of the professoriate staff is from overseas. At HKU, you can contribute to innovative research with local, regional and global significance across the university s faculties at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with abundant opportunities to undertake individual research projects under the supervision of renowned staff at top Ivy League schools and other prestigious research institutions abroad. 105 of our scientists ranked among the top 1% in their field ( Institute for Scientific Information, 2011) Ranked No. 1 in Hong Kong in 17 out of the 30 subjects featured by QS World University Subject Rankings, 2013 including Medical Science, Law, Social Sciences, Science, Arts, Architecture, Engineering, etc. Ranked within top 20 in the world in 8 subjects (QS World University Subject Rankings 2013) Studying at HKU is a chance for you to develop and thrive in the intellectual ethos created by highly talented individuals from Hong Kong, Mainland China and various other parts of the world. This diversity exists, not only in the student body but also in those who mentor and teach you during your study. HKU chooses it s highly qualified professors from around the world. About

7 Global Perspective & International Exchange Opportunities Aside from the diversity on campus reflected in the 83 different nationalities of students present, you can spend part of your degree at one of HKU s 286 exchange partner institutions covering 6 continents, including some of the best universities in the world. You will have the opportunity to go on exchange and you will be encouraged and supported by the university in the form of scholarships and funding. You can choose to go to renowned universities around the world like Cambridge, Harvard, McGill, Melbourne, MIT, Oxford, Peking, Tsinghua, UC Berkeley, Yale, and many more of HKU s partners! HKU is one of only three partners in the world to be affiliated with Yale Visiting International Students Programme (YVISP). In this programme students spend up to one year immersed in the Yale community, taking a variety of courses, broadening their horizons and immersing themselves in new cultures. In 2012, HKU s dynamic campus atmosphere, English medium courses, diverse student population and high academic standards attracted over 1,000 exchange students from all over the world to study here. The Harvard College in Asia Programme for example, takes HKU delegates to Harvard each year along with delegates from other countries to participate in leadership and cultural exchange. In return, a group of Harvard students visit HKU to attend diverse courses and explore the dynamic city of Hong Kong!

8 Admissions & Scholarships Hong Kong Local Students Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Students Scholarships You will be automatically considered for scholarship awards of up to HK $50,000 upon admission to HKU. You may also apply for other scholarships during the course of your study at HKU. For more information on scholarships, please go to: Non JUPAS Students Scholarships You can apply for merit-based entrance scholarships at the time of application. Additional scholarships are also available during your study at HKU. For information on scholarships, please go to: admission/admissionhk3 * Students who have a Hong Kong ID card, and do not require a visa to study in Hong Kong are considered Hong Kong local students.

9 Admissions & Scholarships International Students International Students* Tuition Fees Scholarships You can apply for merit-based entrance scholarships at the time of application. Additional scholarships are also available during your study at HKU. 1. The fee chart shows a comparison with universities similar to HKU from each country. 2. The fees reflected are for international students who require a visa to study. For more information on scholarships, please go to admission/admissionhk3 CANADA COUNTRY USA UK AUSTRALIA HONG KONG Undergraduate tuition fees/academic year Living costs per academic year US$26,000 US$44,000 US$27,000 US$36,000 US$17,000 US$12,000 US$18,000 $15,000 US$26,000 US$8,000 Total Costs per academic year US$38,000 US$62,000 US$42,000 US$62,000 US$25,000 * Students who do not have a Hong Kong ID card, and require a visa to study in HK are considered international students.

10 Testimonials Aber Ahmed Hi there! My name is Aber Ahmed, and I m a 3rd year student from Bangladesh at The University of Hong Kong where I am majoring in Accounting & Finance. It is my wish to work in an accounting firm, preferably one of the Big Four firms, and Hong Kong is a really good platform to build a career in the business and finance world. The seniors are the best mentors you could ask for. When I first got to HKU, there was just so much to do that it was overwhelming. But I was mentored by the seniors, and had help from others who had started off with me. The seniors were kind enough to guide me, and so I help the freshman however I can every year since. It s not all about work with me though. I like to enjoy my life along with all the work there is. The University of Hong Kong itself has a lot of things that students can try out. One of the first clubs I joined was the Archery club. I ve dreamt about archery for as long as I can remember! I could always imagine myself, pulling the string on the bow, aiming the arrow, staring down on the target. That finally came true at HKU! Other than archery, I was able to continue old sports and start new ones. I play football, cricket, basketball and tennis on a regular basis with my friends and also perform Bollywood dance with HKU s Bollywood Dance Group. Of course I need not mention there s the whole of Hong Kong to visit! Sights to see, things to do, traditions and skills that you can learn, and so much more! Julian Gaertner Hi! I m Julian and I come from Germany. I graduated with a degree in Social Sciences from HKU in My first intention of coming to Hong Kong was to study the Chinese language and culture. The greatest thing that I gained from studying at HKU was the ability to reinvent myself. I challenged myself, dove into different cultures and socialized with people from various academic and social backgrounds. I learnt to have the courage to trust my gut. I took the opportunity to learn Mandarin and Cantonese. At HKU, I met with a diverse range of people and used the opportunity to establish great connections that have helped me establish my own company. I am now the CEO of a company, can you believe it! We have a team of 6 people, which is a big responsibility. At present I am in charge of marketing and product development. My company, Live it China Limited runs LiveItChina.com, a social network for language learners. My friends and I founded it while still in university and after graduation we saw the opportunity to take our passion further. Hong Kong is very supportive of start-ups and there is an entrepreneurial spirit here. It is very simple to set up a company in Hong Kong. It is possible to apply for different types of funding from the government, and with luck and ambition get angel investors and venture capital. My company is fortunate to be a part of one of Hong Kong s largest incubation programmes as a part of the Cyberport Incubation Scheme. It has given me experience on what it means to be a professional, set certain standards and meet goals.

11 Testimonials Lan Hoang Hello there! My name is Lan and I am from Vietnam. I m currently doing my bachelor degree in Social Sciences at HKU, majoring in Political Science and Sociology. I enjoy working with people of different cultural backgrounds and learning from their diverse perspectives. I am interested in social entrepreneurship, and with the experience acquired during my studies in HKU as well as at the British Council s Global Changemakers in Hong Kong - a global youth network of social entrepreneurs, community activists and advocates between the ages of 16 and 25 aiming to catalyse positive social change, I hope to start up my own social enterprise in developing countries to assist girls education. Seeing the world as a beautiful place as it is, I m also an aspiring adventurer and globetrotter. Only halfway through my undergraduate studies in HKU, the university s diverse opportunities of knowledge and cultural exchange have made me able to acquire international exposure through cultural trips and internships. Most notable were my two spectacular months of summer internship in Ghana, West Africa where I understood the much misjudged continent first-hand. It was not all about hunger and poverty as depicted on mass media, I could really see development going on, though further hard work and effort is needed. Two months was not too short to get to know the places, the faces and the culture in Ghana. It was also not too long to make me want to go back home. But it was enough to change my perspectives of the world somehow, to enrich my experience and broaden my horizons. Thanks to HKU s strong relationship with the NGO partner in Ghana, I had the company of fellow local interns who were enthusiastic enough to show me around and tell me all about the social issues and current affairs of the country and continent! To me, anything can happen at HKU, as long as you take the initiative and make efforts to go for the endless opportunities and possibilities here.

12 Testimonials Ishitaa Gidwani Hi there, I m Ishitaa. I am an Indian born in Hong Kong. I am now in my second year studying Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health at HKU. I love sports of any kind and have been actively playing cricket in Hong Kong ever since I was 3 years old. I was the captain of the Hong Kong Cricket Club team previously and now I am the Captain of the Hong Kong National Women s Cricket Team. I love being at HKU. The amount of support I have gotten for my sport at HKU has been amazing. I have been able to be an active sportsman and juggle my time with my academics. There are others in my degree who are also national team representatives in rugby and softball. I get to study what I love and I am so sure I want to end up as an athlete and teach sports to other young kids. I have been able to take my skill at cricket and secure a summer internship at a top school in Hong Kong as a Physical Education teacher. Getting hands-on practice in the field affirms that pursuing my passion in cricket and teaching it to students is what I want to do in my life. My degree in sports science is quite broad and it really opens your horizons into the field. It s great if you know you have an interest in sport, exercise or health but not sure what you want to specialize in. You can choose to go on to be a teacher, a sports journalist, sports management, nutritionist, sports psychologist, physiotherapist, and more. With the value of a degree from a university as well known as HKU, I hope to go abroad to pursue higher studies in teaching sports to children.

13 Testimonials Mohammad Junaid Arshad Hi there! I m Junaid and I m from Pakistan. I chose to study in The University of Hong Kong because it stood out above the rest in Asia. The quality of education it provides relative to the world s top-class universities keeping in mind the cost of tuition is incomparable. I like the hands-on approach of the courses at HKU because it has taken my learning beyond theory. I have learnt to apply my knowledge through experiences like giving presentations, performing lab experiments, working in teams, and active involvement in our tutorials. I feel better prepared to get into the workforce because of it. The diversity in HKU is above the mark. At any given time you can meet people from Canada to Japan; from Russia to Australia. This is not just because of the lots of international students like me, but also because of the good relations of HKU with other universities across the world that brings in hundreds of exchange students onto campus each semester. This also gives me an opportunity to go on an exchange to literally any country of my choice. I have been quite active in extra-curricular activities and I was able to get an internship in Australia for the summer. I worked there for 2 months as a marketing intern even though I was studying Engineering. This was because I wanted to experience something different outside my degree and HKU gave me the flexibility, tools and guidelines. Australia was different. While Hong Kong is famous for its skyscrapers, Australia is famous for its beautiful beaches. During my internship I participated in meetings of relevance at other organizations premises and at the head office itself, reported thereon and completed research projects for the company. The variety of the meetings topics, the opportunity of being directly involved in a project, working in such an international environment and sharing experiences, are some things I particularly enjoyed. My advice to prospective students is that, when you come to The University of Hong Kong, don t be afraid to venture out and join clubs and societies. You will experience living amongst people from many nationalities and make lifelong friends. For example, one of the most enjoyable experiences I ve had at HKU was the Orientation Day, which helped me get to know the locals here. Orientation Day has many amusing and entertaining activities conducted by different societies, and there are always events going on like this, so take advantage of them. Coming here was the best decision I ve made so far.

14 Testimonials Yeung Ching Mingme I think the reason why I chose to come to HKU has a lot to do with my personality. I am a rather outgoing person, who accepts challenges and loves exploring new things. To me, HKU is a dynamic place with students from all over the world and this is ideal for me. As an HKU student, I have had access to a range of different extra-curricular activities, internships and exchange opportunities that can help broaden my horizon. In June, I joined Legal Interflow 2013 organized by the Law Association of HKU s Student Union. I think it is by far the most interesting and inspiring learning experience I ve had at HKU. It is a study trip which enables law students like me to travel and explore the legal system of other countries. This year s destination was Korea. I had the chance to visit Korea s courts, law schools and major law firms. I loved that I was able to learn concrete knowledge while having fun at the same time. As a BBA (Law) student, there are many career opportunities available to me. I am thankful to the Business Association, which hosted a very rewarding Career Exposure Programme for us. I was lucky to be chosen as one of the student interns who visited a major international law firm for a day. It was a very valuable experience for me as I had never even stepped into a law firm before I entered HKU! I think knowing how the real industry functions can give me motivation and first-hand insights into my future line of work. Of course spending one day at a law firm is not enough, and that s why over my summer break, I also worked at a local law firm to learn even more about the industry. I am glad that the lawyers gave me real tasks to perform where I could actually get my hands dirty. I drafted letters, handled legal paperwork, and participated in important client meetings. I also assisted a lawyer in a few divorce cases. I was so surprised to find that being a lawyer is not only about handling paperwork and formulating arguments, but also giving clients psychological comfort. This was an important learning experience one that I perhaps, wouldn t have learnt without being given this opportunity to venture outside of the boundaries of the classroom. Apart from academic study, I also had many chances to help out different events at HKU. I applied to be a student moderator of HKU s General Education (GE) unit and was given the chance to co-host a talk alongside GE s director with the famous singer, Karen Mok. This was a really unforgettable experience. As it was the first time I acted as a moderator, I was very nervous. However, I was very lucky to have guidance from GE s director and got to learn how to deal with such events and situations.

15 Testimonials Mark Czypionka Hi I m Mark. I m German and grew up in Poland. I m studying Economics and Finance with a minor in Politics at HKU. In high school in Germany, I was fascinated by the strong growth of Asian countries, especially China and Japan, and was very keen to get more exposure in these countries. I decided to apply to HKU because it teaches in English, is the best university in Asia and one of the best in the world. I was really lucky to be accepted! My university life has been challenging and I feel that I have grown a lot. I have immersed myself in a new cultural environment, which is a unique mix of East and West, with people from all over the world, and worked hard in the academic rigour that comes with studying at a prestigious university like HKU. As I am nearing my graduation, I am in the process of applying for jobs. I have found that while academic skills are important, opportunities outside the classroom prepared me well for the job world. I used my time in university to get some work experience and pick up language skills. I spent one summer learning Mandarin Chinese at Fudan University in Shanghai which was a great experience! I also interned at a real estate investment trust in Poland doing financial marketing which was really interesting. My advice to students beginning to shape their careers is that aside from grabbing the right opportunities, understanding the job application process is very important. This is where HKU s Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) comes in. They have inside knowledge on the industry and provide you with really good practice, feedback and resources. CEDARS also organises job fairs, recruitment talks by all the top companies on campus, where you can meet top professionals, establish connections, apply for jobs and get hands-on information on the industry you want to be in.

16 PROGRAMMES AT HKU At HKU, you will have the flexibility to design your own combination of disciplinary majors, minors and electives from different faculties with academic advisors to guide you in your choices. In your first year, you can choose from a variety of Common Core courses, a series of innovative courses offered by many faculties that are open to all students. These courses allow you to pursue interests and knowledge outside of your degree programme. In your second year, you are required to select one of the majors from your programme, but you can also choose additional majors or minors to suit your interested in the same or other faculties. There are 68 majors offered and 83 minors spanning a diverse range of disciplines across 10 different faculties to choose from. Taught in a unique and interactive way, the HKU curriculum will give you a range of opportunities. You can benefit from the value and excitement of experiential learning through field trips and hands-on projects, research opportunities at worldrenowned institutions and internships with global leaders.

17 Faculty of Arts Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Arts Code No Abbreviation BA Double Degree Programmes Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education in Language Education Chinese (5 years) Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education in Language Education English (5 years) Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies) and Bachelor of Laws (5 years) Students may follow a 4-year curriculum leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies), or a 5-year curriculum leading to the awards of Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies) and Bachelor of Laws. Code No Abbreviation BA&BED (LangEd)-Chin BA&BED (LangEd)-Eng BA(Literary Studies)&LLB Majors and Minors: Bachelor of Arts American Studies German China Studies Global Creative Industries Chinese History & Culture History Chinese Language & Literature Major only: Bachelor of Arts Japanese Studies Hong Kong Studies Chinese Studies Korean Studies Comparative Literature Language & Communication English Studies Music European Studies Philosophy Fine Arts Spanish French Translation General Linguistics Minors only: Bachelor of Arts African Studies Japanese Language Arabic Portuguese Greek Swedish Italian Thai Japanese Culture

18 Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Economics Compulsary Major: Economics Bachelor of Economics & Finance Code No Bachelor of Abbreviation: Business Administration BEcon/BEcon&Fin (Information Systems) Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) Second Majors: Business Design and Innovation Quantitative Finance Bachelor of Business Administration Computer Science Finance Bachelor of Science Information (Quantitative System Finance) Marketing Bachelor of Business Administration Human Resources in Accounting Management Bachelor of Business Wealth Administration Management (International and Finance Business and Global Management) Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business and Global Management) Code No Abbreviation: BBA(IBGM) Compulsory majors: International Business and Global Management Secondary majors: Business Design & Innovation Computer Science Economics Finance Quantitative Finance Human Resources Management Information System Marketing Wealth Management

19 Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Economics and Finance Bachelor Compulsary of Economics Majors: & Finance Finance Bachelor Economics of Business Administration Code No Bachelor of Abbreviation: Business Administration BEcon/BEcon&Fin (Information Systems) Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Finance) Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business and Global Management) Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Business Administration Code No Bachelor of Abbreviation: Business Administration BBA/BBA(Acc&Fin) (Information Systems) Bachelor Choose of from Economics one of & Finance these compulsory majors: Bachelor of Business Secondary Administration majors: (Law) Business Design and Innovation Economics Human Resources Management Bachelor of Business Administration Information System Marketing Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Wealth Finance Management Computer Science Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Finance) Finance Quantitative Finance Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business and Global Management)

20 Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance Bachelor of Economics & Finance Code No Bachelor of Abbreviation: Business Administration BBA/BBA(Acc&Fin) (Information Systems) Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) Compulsory majors: Bachelor Professional Business Core Administration Accounting Compulsory minor: Bachelor Financeof Business Administration in Accounting and Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Finance) Bachelor of Business Administration (International Business and Global Management) Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Business Administration (Information Systems) Code No Abbreviation: BBA(IS) Compulsory majors: Computer Science Information System

21 Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) Code No Abbreviation: BBA(Law) Compulsory majors: Legal Studies and choose from one the following majors: Business Design and Innovation Human Resources Management Information System Marketing Wealth Management Faculty of Business and Economics Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Finance) Compulsory majors: Quantitative Finance Code No Abbreviation: BSc(QFin) Secondary majors: Business Design and Innovation Computer Science Economics Human Resources Information System Marketing

22 Faculty of Architecture Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies Bachelor of Arts in Conservation Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Studies Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies Bachelor of Science in Surveying Code No Abbreviation BA(AS) BA(Conservation) BA(LS) BA(US) BSC(SURV) Faculty of Dentistry Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Dental Surgery (6 years) Code No Abbreviation BDS

23 Faculty of Education Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education in Language Education Chinese (5 years) Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education in Language Education English (5 years) Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Science (5 years) Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Social Sciences (5 years) Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences (5 years) Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Code No Abbreviation BA&BED (LangEd)-Chin BA&BED (LangEd)-Eng BED&BSC BED&BSS BSC(SPEECH) BSC (Exercise&Health) Faculty of Engineering Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering) Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering Industrial Engineering and Technology Management Logistics Engineering and Supply Chain Management Mechanical Engineering Medical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Science Code No Abbreviation BENG BENG(EngSc)

24 Faculty of Law Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Arts (Literary Studies) and Bachelor of Laws (5 years) Bachelor of Business Administration (Law) and Bachelor of Laws (5 years) Bachelor of Social Sciences (Government and Laws) and Bachelor of Laws (5 years) Code No Abbreviation LLB BA(Literary Studies)&LLB BBA &LLB BSocSci (Govt&Laws)&LLB Faculty of Medicine Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (6 years) Bachelor of Nursing (5 years) Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (6 years) Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Code No Abbreviation MBBS BNURS BChinMed BPharm BBiomedSc

25 Faculty of Science Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Science Code No Abbreviation BENG Astronomy Geology Biochemistry Mathematics Biological Sciences Mathematics/ Physics Chemistry Molecular Biology & Biotechnology Earth System Science Physics Ecology & Biodiversity Risk Management Environmental Science Statistics Food & Nutritional Science Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Science (5 years) BSC(AC) BED&BSC Faculty of Social Sciences Study Programmes Offered in (Unless otherwise specified, all programmes are of four-year duration.) Study Programme Bachelor of Social Sciences Geography Counselling Politics & Public Administration Criminology Psychology Culture, Heritage & Tourism Social Work & Social Administration Global Studies Sociology Media & Cultural Studies Code No Abbreviation BSS Cognitive Science Social Policy & Community Building China Studies Urban Governance Bachelor of Social Work Bachelor of Social Sciences (Government and Laws) and Bachelor of Laws (5 years) Bachelor of Journalism Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Social Sciences (5 years) BSW BJ BED&BSS

26 Accommodation & hall life Residential hall life in HKU is very dynamic, as it forms a part of the tradition of the University. The university has 13 halls of residence, all situated in and around campus. The newest additions to these have been the university s four Residential Colleges, where you can be located in the midst of the local community, but still arrive at the campus within 10 minutes by bus! The Residential Colleges are unique living spaces that integrate learning and intellectual exchange into your residential life by giving you opportunities to be mentored by inspiring academics, be exposed to a variety of cultures and issues, and engage in different events and community activities. can choose to join a range of cultural clubs, sports teams and student associations including music, dance, aquatics, basketball, lacrosse, kendo, bridge, choir, newspapers, festivals, and much more! You can also opt for non-hall housing options in the form of student flats administered by the university. A unique opportunity to experience life in Hong Kong amidst the locals population, you can rent apartments, studios, and rooms around the city. The University s Centre for Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) gives assistance in finding housing and offers bursaries to subsidise rent costs. Most halls have rooms on a twin-sharing basis, but you can also choose to opt for single room options available in a few halls. HKU s residential halls are fully equipped with common rooms, pantry, laundry, music rooms, libraries, study rooms, and have a canteen area or dining hall in the complex which make ideal spots for you to unwind and meet new friends. The halls are not just places of residence, but also offer different avenues for you to be involved in various extra-curricular activities. As a resident of a hall, you

27 Campus Life HKU s urban campus has undergone a vast expansion with the addition of our new Centennial Campus. With its state-of-the-art lecture halls, laboratories, libraries, theatres, multimedia spaces, and interactive learning centres, the HKU campus is more than just a world-class academic environment. Here, you will be conveniently located right in the midst of the city yet have ample spaces on campus to relax, hang out with friends or study. There are 16 restaurants and cafes serving different cuisines and catering to special dietary needs on campus as well as several student lounges and lush green spaces. Campus life at HKU is very vibrant with a host of student events, cultural celebrations, and prestigious academic lectures happening each day! If you are looking to enrich your university experience and help develop your local community, HKU s Student Union houses 110 affiliated societies. Whether you want to learn archery, swim competitively, play football, sing in a choir, act on stage, perform magic, or debate at international competitions, HKU s variety of clubs, teams and events will give you abundant opportunities to develop your extracurricular interests and skills. In 2013, HKU s students got together to organise the biggest Student Arts Festival, called Culture Shock! The local and international student body showcased a variety of talents from art exhibitions, cultural workshops and experimental arts sessions to dance performances, plays, and musical shows.

28 Learning outside the Classroom Experiential Learning (EL) is a very powerful form of learning and is one of the fundamental elements of HKU s new undergraduate curriculum. It takes learning outside the traditional boundary of the classroom where you can come face-to-face with the very things you are studying. You can gain from the university s partnerships with companies, social enterprises and universities around the world and work on real-life projects. Through experiential learning, you can act as a business consultant, researcher, professional engineer, or community volunteer under the guidance of teachers and mentors. An example of EL projects carried out in previous years is one done by a group of Architecture students who undertook a project in Luk Zuk Village, China. These students travelled to China to work on surveying, drawing, interviewing, researching, and developing proposals that address the problems in the village area to eventually become real life building projects. and job opportunities at top companies like JP Morgan, Merrill Lynch, HSBC, Ernst&Young, Ogilvy&Mather, CNN, Barclays Capital, John Swire and Sons, Linklaters, Credit Suisse, and Goldman Sachs. Through our large alumni network, many of whom hold prestigious positions in these top companies; you can take up hundreds of opportunities in places like Shanghai, Beijing, Singapore, Japan, London, New York, Vancouver, San Francisco, and a host of cities worldwide. With these opportunities and training, it is perhaps not surprising that for seven consecutive years, virtually 100% of our graduates have achieved employment (99.7% Graduate Employment Rate, HKU, ). Numerous graduates have many more than one job offers from which to choose, several of which come before even taking the final examination! Being an established financial hub in Asia, Hong Kong is where you can get valuable experience working at renowned multinational companies and firms across different fields. Through HKU s extensive network of employers and organisations, you can take up internships

29 Community Involvement To pursue an all-round education, you can engage in one of our hundreds of community service projects in Hong Kong and worldwide. It is a unique opportunity for you to apply your skills and gain valuable experience, while providing an important service to the global community. If you are passionate about a cause, you will be able to take up opportunities to apply for and receive generous grants and other forms of support from the university to formulate, develop and execute your own projects anywhere in the world. For example, the Better Health, Better Lives, Better Future Project (BBB) was launched in January this year. Project BBB aims to improve water quality and hygiene awareness in the orphanages of Siem Reap, Cambodia. The team of HKU students in this project visited different orphanages in Cambodia, set up programmes with various local companies to improve supplies of sanitation products, built a sustainable water purification system and conducted educational workshops for children. Every summer HKU students go to Africa to work with an NGO founded by HKU Alumnus, Sebastian Lindstrom, called Light for Children, in Ghana to conduct HIV/AIDS and sexual health programmes in the region. You could join the HKU students in Africa, Sri Lanka, India or many other places during the HKU vacation just think how your curriculum vitae will look to a potential employer! But more importantly you will be excited by the opportunities to you and inspired by taking part knowing that you are making a difference to the world at the same time as learning about the world.

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