Multiple Pathways for Students (NAS) 12th October 2012

Multiple Pathways for Students (NAS) 12th October 2012

Bachelor s Degree Programmes Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) is a scheme and the main route of application designed to assist students with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examinations (HKDSE) to apply for admission to degree programmes (4-year curriculum) offered by universities.

Participating Universities under JUPAS City University of Hong Kong (CityU) (Associate Degree Programmes) Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) Lingnan University (LingnanU) The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) The Hong Kong Institute of Education (HKIEd) (Higher Diploma programmes)

Participating Universities under JUPAS The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) (Higher Diploma programmes) The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) The University of Hong Kong (HKU) The Open University of Hong Kong (OUHK) (non-government-funded)

Entrance Requirements under New Academic Structure (NAS) Students applying for the 4-year undergraduate programmes offered by the UGC-funded institutions have to attain Level 3 for Chinese Language and English Language and Level 2 for Mathematics and Liberal Studies (i.e. 3322 ).

Entrance Requirements of UGC-funded Institutions under NAS Institutions CityU BU LingnanU CUHK HKIEd PolyU HKUST HKU Elective subjects Level 3 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Level 3 in one subject (most programmes) Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Either (i) Level 3 in two subjects, or (ii) Level 3 in one subject plus Level 3 in one Extended Module of Mathematics (M1/M2) Level 3 in two subjects * Candidates performance in extra elective subjects will be considered in the selection process, and bonus points will be awarded to up to 2 such subjects.

Entrance Requirements of UGC-funded Institutions under NAS Individual institutions / faculties / programmes will determine the attainment level required for one or two elective subjects, and other admission requirements. These entrance requirements are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entrance to a particular university or programme.

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JUPAS 2012 Admission in HKU Source: HKU News on 16 August 2012 (http://www.hku.hk) HKU admitted 2,172 students through JUPAS for 2012/13

JUPAS 2012 Average Score* Chinese Language 4.89 English Language 5.29 Mathematics 5.35 X: Level 5* or 5** Liberal Studies 4.80 4 Core Subjects 20.36 Best 5 Subjects 27.91 4 Core Subjects and a Best Elective 26.32 4 Core Subjects and Best Two Electives 31.64 *DSE scores equivalence: 5**=7, 5*=6, 5=5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1

JUPAS 2012 Top four programmes in HKU Programme Average Score* Medicine 33.23 BBA (IBGM) 32.82 BBA (Law) 32.09 Law 31.88 * Calculated using best 5 score

JUPAS 2012 Admission in CUHK: Source: Press Release on 17 August 2012 (http://www.cpr.cuhk.edu.hk/) CUHK admitted through JUPAS 2,897 HKDSE students JUPAS Band A admitted 99% (HKUST: 98%) Median HKDSE result of candidates: Level 5 in five subjects

JUPAS 2012 Programme/Stream Median HKDSE Result Global Business Studies 4 subjects 5** + 1 subject 5* Pharmacy 2 subjects 5** + 3 subjects 5* + 1 subject Level 5 Medicine 1 subject 5** + 4 subjects 5* + 1 subject Level 5 Quantitative Finance and Risk Management Science International Business and Chinese Enterprise 3 subjects 5** + 2 subjects Level 5 2 subjects 5** + 3 subjects 5*

JUPAS 2012 48% successful applicants sat for seven subjects and M1/M2 Bonus points were awarded to up to two extra elective subjects Among those admitted, 34% achieved Level 5** in at least three subjects including M1/M2

JUPAS 2012 Total Admitted by HKU & CU: 2,172 (HKU) + 2,897 (CU) = 5,069 (34% JUPAS places) HKUST only announced average intake for Business School: Level 5 in 6 subjects.

Implications in HKDSE HKU or CU? At least 5 subjects attaining Level 5 or above HKDSE 5** 5* 5 4 3 2 1 A subsidized local degree programme? At least 5 subjects attaining Level 4 or above For all subjects with Level 3 or below

Entrance Requirements of Self-financing Degree-awarding (non-ugc-funded) Institutions under the NAS 3322 Institutions The Open University of Hong Kong Hong Kong Shue Yan University Chu Hai College of Higher Education Hang Seng Management College The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Elective subjects Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject Level 2 in one subject / Attained with Distinction in an Applied Learning Course

Sub-Degree Programmes Associate Degree Programme (AD) Higher Diploma Programme (HD) AD programmes provide broad-based education which weigh more on generic knowledge and skills HD programmes have a more vocational orientation which place a stronger emphasis on specialised knowledge and skills required for a profession.

Sub-Degree Programmes Subsidised sub-degree programmes (provided by VTC, UGCfunded institutions and the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts): Self-financed sub-degree places 2012 about 9,200 places about 32,000 places 2013 about 7,000 places about 24,000 places The above figures (2013) will vary subject to different factors

Entrance Requirements for Associate Degree (AD) and Higher Diploma (HD) programmes under the NAS Applicants are eligible to apply for admission to AD or HD programmes if they meet the minimum entrance requirements of Level 2 in five HKDSE subjects including English and Chinese.

Sub-Degree Programmes All recognized courses that have fulfilled Government requirements on quality assurance are listed on this website www.ipass.gov.hk

Sub-Degree Programmes Local Post-secondary Course > Full-time Accredited Self-financing Sub-degree Programmes 本 地 專 上 課 程 > 自 資 全 日 制 經 評 審 副 學 位 課 程

E-application for Post-secondary Programmes (E- APP) 2013??? To apply for non-jupas programmes in post-secondary institutions offered by participating institutions Online system implemented by Education Bureau

Vocational Training Council Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE) Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) Higher Diploma Programmes Duration: 5 semester (2-3 years)

IVE & HKDI Applied Science Business Administration Child Education & Community Services Design, Printing, Textiles & Clothing Engineering Hotel, Service & Tourism Studies Information Technology

IVE & HKDI IVE & HKDI: New Foundation Diploma (FD) (1 year) Minimum Entrance Requirements: - 3 subjects at Level 2 in HKDSE and Level 1 for English Language

Other Programmmes Courses/ Programmes offered by Vocational Training Council (VTC) The Prince Philip Dental Hospital Clothing Industry Training Authority Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts The Nursing Council of Hong Kong / Other hosptials (http://www.nchk.org.hk/en/home/index.html)

Overseas Study UK/ US/ Australia/ Canada Proof of language proficiency is usually required IELTS or TOFEL General admission requirements for HKDSE from different universities/ institutions http://www.hkeaa.edu.hk/en/ir/ircountry_hkdse.html

Additional Information

Recognition of HKDSE by Universities

Useful websites UK British Council: www.educationuk.org UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Service): www.ucas.com US University Search Sites: www.collegeboard.org www.petersons.com

Useful websites Australia Government official website Study in Australia for international students: http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au IDP Hong Kong: http://www.hongkong.idp.com/default.aspx Canada Study in Canada (Official website): http://educationau-incanada.ca/

Useful websites Australia Government official website Study in Australia for international students: http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au IDP Hong Kong: http://www.hongkong.idp.com/default.aspx Canada Study in Canada (Official website): http://educationau-incanada.ca/

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Universities Info Day

Useful Links Education Bureau: www.edb.gov.hk Education Bureau Designated Webpage for 2012/13 Secondary 6 Students: http://334.edb.hkedcity.net/s6/en/index.php JUPAS: www.jupas.edu.hk Senior Secondary Education and higher Education New Academic Structure Web Bulletin: http://334.edb.hkedcity.net/en/index.php VTC: www.vtc.edu.hk/study