Inbound Student Exchange

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Why CityUHK

Ranked 62^th in the world for QS World University Rankings 2025
English as the medium of instruction
Innovative curricula for cross-disciplinary research and professional education
World-class faculty
Excellent network of student services
Centrally located in the heart of the city
A culturally rich campus with 8000+ non-local students from 80+ countries/regions

Important Information

Students from partner institutions are welcome to join CityUHK through our fee-waived Inbound Student Exchange Programme. You must be nominated for the programme by your home institution.

( If your home institution is not on our partner institutions list, you may consider applying as a fee-paying Visiting Student. )

Nomination

Before you apply, please contact your home institution to nominate you. Click to check if your home institution is one of our partners.

Application

Academic Calendar

Courses

Course offerings may change from semester to semester. Click for detailed course information and class schedule.

Visa

Any person who does not have the right of abode or right to land but wishes to study in Hong Kong must obtain a valid student visa (or entry permit for students from Mainland China) from the Hong Kong Immigration Department in advance.

Insurance

It is mandatory for non-local students to have suitable and adequate insurance throughout the entire period of study at CityUHK. Click for details.

Health and Well-Being

Cost of Living

Accommodation

Orientation

Participation in the University Orientation Programme is mandatory. It normally starts one week before the semester commences. Click for details.

Emergency Contacts

Important Dates

Living in Hong Kong

Safety and Compliance

FAQ

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Our Partner Institutions

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