International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) International Summer School (ISS)

	Enrich your vacation with the Chinese University Hong Kong International Summer School!

 

What is this programme about?

The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s International Summer School (ISS) provides an opportunity for students from around the globe to pursue an academically challenging and culturally stimulating summer experience in Hong Kong. These courses will be taught by outstanding academics from CUHK and prestigious overseas universities. All of these academics are excellent teachers and many of them are research frontrunners in their respective fields of study.

When does the programme take place?

June - July 2013

Where does the programme take place?

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong

What is the academic content?

All academic courses offered at the International Summer School are conducted in English. Courses in business, engineering, humanities and social science will be offered, in addition to Putonghua and Cantonese. The maximum course load is 6 credits. 

Full list of courses are available here.

Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the programme is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.

What does it include?

Administrative fee includes:

	Fees for a student visa to Hong Kong Orientation and cultural programmes Welcome and farewell dinners

What is the student accommodation?

On-campus student dormitory

How much does it cost?

Breakdown of Costs	Hong Kong Dollar $
Airfare	4,209
Course Fee	6,630 per 3 unit course
Administrative Fee	3,500
Accommodation	3,900
Food	9,600
Transport	300
Personal Spending	2,000
Insurance	500
Visa	300
Refundable Housing Deposit	1,000
Refundable Caution Deposit	450
Monthly Estimate	32,389 (approx. SGD5,246)

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

All fees paid are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.  The caution money and hostel deposit will be refunded within one month after the programme ends if there is no outstanding payment.

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students can apply for the NASA Enhancement Bursary* (by Financial Need) or NASA Enhancement Scholarship (by Merit). More information here.

Number of placements available?

Up to the discretion of the partner University.

What are the eligibility requirements?

Students should not be in their graduating semester prior to participating in this programme.

CAP of 3.0 and above.

Is a visa required?

Yes. CUHK will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa.

Students are to consult the Embassy of China in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed. 

Embassy of P R China in Singapore
150 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247969

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

How do I apply?

Application Deadline: Saturday, 20 April 2013.

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.