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UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Hong Kong SAR - China |
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| Institution Profile |
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http://www.hku.edu.hk
The University of Hong Kong (HKU), founded in 1911, is the oldest tertiary institution in Hong Kong and one of the best comprehensive universities in Asia. The campus is situated on the north-western slopes of Hong Kong Island between 50 to 150 metres above sea level and overlooks the wide sweep of Victoria Harbour.
Since its establishment in 1911, it has undertaken the mission of providing a holistic education, developing the intellectual and personal strengths of its students. It is ranked 26th among the world’s top 200 universities conducted by the Times Higher Education, London, 2008. The university’s strengths include Business & Economics, Arts, Engineering, Law and Science. |
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| Academics |
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Academic Calendar
Semester 1: Early September to Mid December
Teaching: Early Sept to End Nov
Mid Semester Break: Mid Oct
Examination: Early Dec to Mid Dec
Semester 2: Mid January to Late May
Teaching: Mid Jan to End Apr
Mid Semester Break: Early Mar
Examination: Early May to End May
Refer to http://www.hku.hk/afss/semdate for more details.
University's faculties/schools
- Architecture
- Arts
- Business & Economics
- Engineering
- Law
- Science
- Social Sciences
http://www.hku.edu/hkuhome/academic/fac.htm
Curriculum Structure
Semester workload: 5 modules
Course information is available at http://www.hku.hk/pubunit/dr.html http://www.hku.hk/student/pubmedia/uregcourse/ and http://www3.hku.hk/oise/eng/incoming_programme.php?program=1
Chinese language courses (Cantonese and Putonghua) of different levels and Chinese culture courses are offered to all exchange students at no charges.
Medium of instruction for classes: English, apart from courses offered by the School of Chinese.
Restrictions for exchange students
Courses offered by the Faculty of Law are only available to students majoring in Law in NUS.
For Architecture students: Applicants should have completed 1.5 to 2 years of relevant studies before applying. In addition to the usual application documents, students will be required to submit a portfolio and a letter of recommendation from a teacher in Architecture Design. Student can apply for 1 semester of exchange only.
NUS
Application Deadline
Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.
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| Housing Options |
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On-campus:
Accommodation is available at one of the 13 halls.
Students have to submit an online application form at http://apps.cedars.hku.hk/residential_hall
Submit your application between May to August for semester 1 and October to December for semester 2. It is subjected to availability due to intense competition.
Off-campus:
The Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) provides advice/assistance in finding off-campus private housing.
Relevant information is available at http://cedars.hku.hk/cedars/accommodation.aspx
Accommodation during Semester Break:
Available from early September to mid-June of the following year for whole-year lodging. No additional charges during semester break.
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| Living Expenses |
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Cost of Living
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HK$ |
S$ |
Accommodation |
4,350 to 8,280
Hall miscellaneous: 800 to 1,500
Some halls have compulsory meal plans between 2,800 to 3,750 |
822 to 1,565
151 to 284
529 to 709 |
Food |
12,000 |
2,268 |
Personal Expenses (such as laundry, sundries & local transportation) |
6,000 |
1,134 |
Academic Expenses e.g. book |
500 to 2,000 |
95 to 378 |
Others |
Student Union fee: 240
Caution money: 350 |
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66 |
Total (per semester) |
24,240 to 34,120 |
4,581 to 6,449 |
Note: Exchange rate used in this document is based on information as
of 19 May 2009: S$1 = HK$5.29
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| Additional Information |
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Consular / Visa Regulations
A student visa is required. The University of Hong Kong will assist in the visa application by acting as the local sponsor for exchange students.
Refer to http://www.cedars.hku.hk/cedars/SupportIntl.aspx (click on “Visa Matters”) for more details.
Health / Medical Insurance
Students should carry adequate accident and sickness insurance coverage with provisions for emergency evacuation/rescuer’s expenses and repatriation for both durations of your studies in Hong Kong and travels within/outside Hong Kong.
HKU Health Service provides free primary health care to full-time students at the University’s out-patient clinic. Dental service is also available at a notional charge. Refer to http://www.hku.hk/uhs/student_medical_benefits.htm for more details.
Airport Pick-up
Exchange students will be assigned with buddies who can meet at the airport and assist to settle into the residence. You will be invited to join the Programme upon acceptance.
Services Available to Students
Exchange students enjoy the same access as local students to university facilities such as libraries, sports centres, computer centre, university health services etc. Exchange students can also participate in activities organised by halls of residence and student society.
Useful Website
Information for Incoming Exchange Students to HKU http://www.cedars.hku.hk/cedars1/subInternational.aspx?submenu=IncStu&cmd=
IncomingMain&lkind=5 and http://www.hku.edu.hk/exchange
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| More Questions? |
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Please contact:
Ms CHOOI Foong Sin
Email: iroasia@nus.edu.sg
Module Mapping, Course Selections, Application
Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office.
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