City University of Hong Kong
Sustainability@CityUHK
City University of Hong Kong
Sustainability@CityUHK

Sustainable Governance – Student Representatives and Organisations

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is committed to fostering sustainable governance by fully supporting student organisations and listening to student voices via student representatives and student chapters at institutional and departmental levels.

At institutional level, Student Representatives in the Council act as the bridge between students and university’s governing body. Following the CityUHK Ordinance, one undergraduate student and one postgraduate student are elected in accordance with statutes from among the undergraduate and postgraduate students and appointed by the Council, the supreme governing body of CityUHK. It allows the University to communicate effectively with students on relevant matters and also highlights the University’s dedication to the democratic voice of our student population. There are also student representatives serving on the Boards of Colleges and Schools.

Furthermore, through a network of Student Chapters, CityUHK fosters communication between the University and the students at different levels. Some student delegates are chosen through elections among themselves, while others are appointed. The student delegates of each chapter organise tailor-made activities and outreach events for students of respective colleges, schools and departments.

CityUHK also actively supports Student Organisations with robust external connections, creating a dynamic environment where students can engage, lead, and contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive community. The Student Development Services (SDS) works closely with our student leaders of different organisations to support their functions with abundant resources.

At CityUHK, we believe that sustainable governance is rooted in listening to our students and empowering them to shape their university experience.

Student Chapters

  • Membership
    • Undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible to become Chapter members of the respective College/School/Department.
  • Terms of Reference
    • Chapters are established under the respective College/School/Department Executive.
    • Act as a liaison between students and the University, ensuring student voices are heard and considered in decision-making processes.
    • To learn how to network with fellow students and demonstrate academic excellence to potential employers.

Student Chapters at College and School Level

  • College of Business (CB)
  • College of Computing (CC)
  • College of Engineering (CENG)
  • College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS)
  • College of Science (CSCI)
  • Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC)
  • School of Creative Media (SCM)
  • School of Energy and Environment (SEE)
  • School of Law (SLW)

Student Chapters at Departmental Level

  • Accountancy (AC)
  • Architecture and Civil Engineering (ACE)
  • Chinese and History (CAH)
  • Biomedical Engineering (BME)
  • Computer Science (CS)
  • Data Science (DS)
  • Economics and Finance (EF)
  • Electrical Engineering (EE)
  • English (EN)
  • Linguistics and Translation (LT)
  • Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)
  • Mechanical Engineering (MNE)
  • Biomedical Engineering (BME)
  • Media and Communication (COM)
  • Physics (PHY)
  • Public and International Affairs (PIA)
  • Social and Behavioural Sciences (SS)
  • Systems Engineering (SYE)

Student Organisations with External Connections

  • AIESEC in CityUHK serves as a dynamic platform for students to cultivate their leadership through a variety of activities while fostering connections with universities organisations locally and globally. By providing local and oversea opportunities for exchange and volunteer, AIESEC in CityUHK empowers young people to make a social impact and uncover their unique strengths.
  • CityUHK Wofoo Leaders’ Network is dedicated to nurturing youth leaders and promoting social responsibility through leadership training, civic education and community service initiatives. A network is established among local universities to facilitate collaboration, resources sharing and the organisation of joint-university activities.
  • CityUHK Model United Nations aims to raise students’ awareness on global issues via providing a platform for idea exchange in a simulated setting of a United Nations conference. The student group is connected to a wider network, allowing members to engage with a wider community and participate in various activities that go beyond the university.