Asia's Global University. A prestigious research institution where East meets West, delivering world-class education entirely in English.
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As an English-medium university, HKU offers a Western-style education without language barriers, making it ideal for international students.
HKU provides unique insights and access to Mainland China's economy while enjoying the freedoms and international legal system of Hong Kong.
The Faculty of Dentistry is consistently ranked #1 or #2 globally, outperforming even Harvard and Karolinska Institute in this specialty.
Ranked #10 worldwide for Graduate Employability. Major global banks, law firms, and tech giants recruit heavily from HKU.
Located on Hong Kong Island, the campus is minutes away from the Central business district and lush mountain trails.
With over 12,000 international students, the campus is a melting pot of cultures, offering a truly global networking opportunity.
Highly prestigious 6-year program
IBGM: The top business degree in Asia
World-leading dental surgery degree
Common Law jurisdiction training
Focus on FinTech and AI
Rigorous quantitative training
Sustainable high-density urban design
Cutting-edge medical research
Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and more
Psychology, Politics, and Sociology
HKU Business School (Top in Asia)
Specializations in FinTech/Financial Engineering
Cybersecurity, Multimedia, and Data tracks
Corporate, Financial, and Human Rights Law
Ranked among top education schools globally
Big data for business decision making
Renowned for epidemiology research
Advanced structural and geotechnical engineering
Professional architectural qualification
Research degrees with HKPFS funding available
HKU Entrance Scholarships for Outstanding International Students can cover full tuition and living expenses based on academic merit.
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme offers a stipend of ~US$42,000 per year for the best doctoral candidates worldwide.
Government scholarships for students from Belt and Road countries covering tuition fees.
Impact scholarships for students committed to gender equality and creating social change.
The HKU Foundation provides entrance scholarships specifically for top-performing international undergraduates.
While not a scholarship, HKU allows students to take on internships, and many courses include paid placement opportunities.
A declared monument and the oldest structure on campus, featuring iconic Edwardian Baroque architecture.
The "Learning Commons" is a modern, tech-enabled study hub with collaborative zones open to students.
17 residential halls (like St. John's and Ricci) offer a rich tradition of "Hall Education" and community living.
Includes the Main Library and specialist libraries for Law, Music, and Education, holding over 3 million volumes.
Comprehensive sports complex featuring swimming pools, athletics stadiums, and fitness centers.
The University Museum and Art Gallery houses extensive collections of Chinese art and archaeology.
HKU played a key role in identifying the SARS virus and remains a global leader in emerging infectious disease research.
Leveraging Hong Kong's status as a financial hub, HKU leads research in blockchain, AI, and financial technology.
Focuses on high-density living, smart cities, and sustainable urban development in the Asian context.
The Centre for PanorOmic Sciences provides state-of-the-art support for genomic and proteomic research.
Home to 5 Partner State Key Laboratories (SKLs) recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology.
Unrivaled expertise in the study of China's politics, economy, society, and history.
From IANG visas to scholarship applications, we guide you through the process of joining HKU.