Located in the heart of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has a well-earned reputation as an innovative hub for research and professional education and for addressing global issues and empowering positive change.

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Undergraduate Admissions

We welcome applications to CityU through the International Admissions Scheme/Non-JUPAS Admissions Scheme if you are applying on the strength of qualifications other than Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or mainland China’s National University Entrance Examination (NUEE/Gaokao), regardless of whether you are studying in Hong Kong or overseas.

Postgraduate Admissions

CityU offers a wide range of full-time and part-time Master’s programmes, from one to three years in length. We operate a semester system and candidates' academic progress is usually assessed through a combination of written examinations and project assessments throughout the year .

Continuing and Professional Education

Continuing and Professional Education

CityU SCOPE offers a variety of programmes geared to providing professional and life-long education, retraining and self-development, responding to the needs of society in an ever-changing world.

Exchange

Exchange Studies

CityU has exchange links with partner universities worldwide.  We have collaborative programmes with institutions in more than 40 countries/regions, ranging from the humanities and sciences, to media and legal studies.

Visiting Studies

Visiting Studies

Applicants who do not wish to pursue a full programme of study at the University but are interested in taking courses on a short-term basis may apply for admission as visiting students.

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Elder Academy

In support to the government’s initiative to encourage elders to lead an active and flourishing life, CityU joined the Elder Academy Schemes launched by the Labour and Welfare Bureau and the Elderly Commission in 2008.

Student Stories

Isaac Han
Isaac Han Chun-lok
韓俊樂
Bachelor of Arts, major in English Studies
Footloose the Musical: Joy of Music and Dance Under the Spotlight

Have you ever imagined that you are dancing, singing and acting under the spotlight?

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Johnny Lau
Johnny Lau Chun-leung
劉晉良
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Applied Sociology
CityU Swimming Team Trainer
Never Give Up!

Johnny Lau Chun-leung was awarded two sports scholarships this year, namely the Mr Herman Hu Outstanding Sports Scholarships and the College of Liberal Arts and Social Science Sports Awards.

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Elaine Ng
Elaine Ng Yee-ling
吳綺鈴
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Marketing
Effective communication at work brings success

As a Student Ambassador alumna, Elaine strongly encourages CityU students to be proactive and enjoy various activities at the university.

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Wyatt
Wyatt
Bachelor of Engineering, major in Mechanical Engineering
Footloose the Musical: Shine Under the Spotlight

Wyatt expressed that deep inside, he has always wanted to shine. As a Mauritian, dancing is like a second nature.

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Gary Yeung
Gary Yeung Ka-hei
楊家禧
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Quantitative Finance and Risk Management
Be the big fish in the small pond!

Gary said the Student Ambassador Programme taught him a lot about professionalism.  It’s not only about personal grooming and presentation skills, but also our work attitude and the effort he has to put in preparing for every task assigned.

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Scholarships

Through the generous donation of individuals, private organisations, professional bodies and academic departments, CityU is able to offer opportunities to gifted and deserving students through a variety of scholarships and awards

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Tuition and Financial Aids

The generous gifts of donors enable CityU to provide financial support to local needy students, whose needs are otherwise unmet by Government Grants and Loans, in the form of bursaries and loans.

Events

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Visit CityU

City University of Hong Kong welcomes you to our campus to meet our cheerful and diligent students, who are excited to share with you their unique university life at CityU.

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