THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Country Hong Kong S.A.R.
- Founded In 1911
- University Type Public
- Phone Number 85222194121
- Email [email protected]
- ZIP Code 999077
- Website http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/exchange/contact-us
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Known as the oldest tertiary schooling establishment in the country, the University of Hong Kong is a government university established in the year 1911. The university officially opened its doors on 11th March 1912, offering study programs in the fields of medicine, arts, and engineering. In 1916, the university held its first assemblage with 23 graduates in total, and it started to enroll female students a decade after its foundation. After 1945, the university underwent post-war reconstruction to rebuild its campus. Additionally, Queen Mary Hospital has been the official teaching hospital of the university since 1937. Presently, HKU has earned worldwide appreciations for its achievements as a research-based university.
Nestled in Lung Fu Shan, Hong Kong, the university's chief campus has a central location with easy accessibility. HKU Station, which serves as the principal transport access point to the university inaugurated in the year 2014 and is near to the campus. The university's main campus that was created in the post-renaissance style has two courtyards and several other facilities. In 1984, it became a part of the declared monument list. The university also has a museum and art gallery, which houses several artifacts and collections. Commercial and non-commercial filming is permitted on the campus of the university.
Every year HKU welcomes several international students from different countries across the globe. In 2018, the university had 4,244 international students and 1,548 visiting students in the year 2017. Furthermore, the university's graduate employment rates have always been high and impressive. In the academic session of 2017, nearly 100% of undergraduate students received employment. The University of Hong Kong offers a plethora of scholarship opportunities for students to help them with financials. Some of these scholarships are Academic Elite Scholarship in Nursing, Aedas Travelling Scholarships, AGS Scholarship, and InterCham Scholarship Fund.
HKU is home to several distinguished alumni who are leading successful careers in their respective fields. One of the most known alumni of the university is Dr. Sun Yat-sen, who was the founder of the Republic of China. Additionally, the university organizes reunions periodically to maintain strong ties with its alumni. The alumni base of the university is spread widely across the globe, where approximately 9,700 alumni reside in America and 27,000 alumni in Europe.
Yearly Hostel | Meal Expenses
Application Cost/Registration Fees
Location
The University of Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
Programs
All Courses offered
BACHELOR (MEDICINE AND SURGERY)
Full Time Hong Kong S.A.R.
Duration
4 YEARS
1st Year Tuition Fees
USD 18612
Exams Accepted
SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE)
Full Time Hong Kong S.A.R.
Duration
4 YEARS
1st Year Tuition Fees
USD 18510
Exams Accepted
SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE [B.SOC.SC]
Full Time Hong Kong S.A.R.
Duration
4 YEARS
1st Year Tuition Fees
USD 18510
Exams Accepted
SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE [B.SC] (ACTUARIAL SCIENCE)
Full Time Hong Kong S.A.R.
Duration
4 YEARS
1st Year Tuition Fees
USD 18510
Exams Accepted
SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING [B.ENG] (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING)
Full Time Hong Kong S.A.R.
Duration
4 YEARS
1st Year Tuition Fees
USD 18575
Exams Accepted
SAT, IELTS, TOEFL
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Ranking
| Ranking | From | Year | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | Global Universities | 2021 | US News & World Report |
| 39 | University Ranking | 2021 | Times Higher Education |
Accomodation
Description
- University provides on campus accommodation to its students and provides various halls of residence
- Halls of HKU are devoted to the development of their members
- There are thirteen residential halls and three non-residential halls
Scholarships
There over a 100 scholarshipsare offered to international students at HKU. Some of them are:
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HKU Foundation Entrance Scholarship
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Vietnam Van Thinh Phat Scholarships: for Vietnam students.
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Hon Ping Entrance Scholarships: for Nigerianstudents.
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HKU Foundation Scholarships: for Indianstudents taking Board Examination.
