Introduction to University
City University of Hong Kong (CityU) is a public university subsidised by the Hong Kong SAR Government.
CityU ranked world’s TOP 100 in 9 consecutive years. CityU has a well-earned reputation as an innovative hub for research and professional education and for addressing global issues and empowering positive change. CityU nurtures its students and prepares them for the challenges and exciting opportunities opening up in Hong Kong, the Asia-Pacific region, and throughout the world.
CityU has ten colleges/schools, including College of Business, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Science, College of Engineering, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, School of Creative Media, School of Data Science, School of Energy and Environment, School of Law and Chow Yei Ching School of Graduate Studies.
CityU International Student Recruitment Website: https://www.cityu.edu.hk/international/
Type |
: | Public |
Different Ranking |
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#70 - [QS] World University Rankings 2024 #82 – [THE] World University Rankings 2024
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Year of Establishment |
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Current President/Principal |
: | Professor Freddy Boey |
Number of Students |
: | 20,000+ |
Number of Teaching Resources |
: | 2,500+ |
Facilities |
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1) Sports Facilities, e.g. swimming pool, basketball court, etc.
2) Canteens and restaurants
3) Clinic and Dental Clinic
4) Student Residence
5) Library, Study Rooms, Activity venues
6) Recreation Facities and others
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Student Welfare |
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• Exchange Programmes (400+ partner institutions in 40+ countries/regions)
• Provide internship opportunities and assist students on career planning
• HK Tech 300, a programme providing seed fund for creating start-ups • Counselling Service
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Application URL |
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https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/apply-now/non-local-applicants |
Popular Major（Top 3） |
: | Computer Science,Data Science, Business Economics B.B.A./ Finance B.B.A. |
Achievements：
- #1 – [THE] Most international universities in the world 2024
Features：
CityU has established partnerships with six world-renowned universities and offers a variety of join bachelor’ degree programmes. Students will earn two full bachelor’s degrees by spending two years at CityU and another two years at one of our partner universities. CityU students who wish to be considered for the join bachelor’s degree programmes must be enrolled in a 4-year programme for the majors concerned.
- CityU and Columbia University, USA
- CityU and ESSEC Business School, France
- CityU and Leuphana University of Luneburg, Germany
- CityU and National Taiwan University, Taiwan
- CityU and University of Edinburgh, UK
- CityU and University of Manchester, UK
More information from Admission Office, please visit https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/joint-bachelors-degree-programmes-overseas-universities
Academic requirements (may list the adopted subjects of each college)
· Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
A maximum of 15 points over 6 academic subjects
OR
· Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
3 passes (no lower than C)
OR
· A-level
Grade E or above in three GCE A Level (or A2)/International A Level subjects
OR
· IB Diploma
Obtain an IB Diploma (For Advanced Standing I admission, a minimum diploma point score of 30 out of 45 is required)
Language Proficiency Certificate
· Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
B4 or higher in English
OR
· Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
Min. Grade C in English
OR
· Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
Min. Grade C in English
OR
· TOEFL
Min. total score of 79
OR
· IELTS
Overall band score of 6.5 or above
*A full list of entrance requirements is available at: https://www.cityu.edu.hk/international/admissions/entrance-requirements
Tuition: Annual Tuition Fee: HKD160,000 (~MYR 96,500)
Accommodation:
- On-campus: HKD 19,100 (~MYR 11,600) for an academic year, i.e. 2 semester
(Priority will be given to non-local students during the first two years of study)
- Off-campus: HKD 50,000-60,000 (!MYR 30,500-36,500) for a year
Application Fee:
HKD 450 (~MYR280)
* Applicant may choose up to 3 programmes.
Living costs:
Annual living cost: HKD 50,000 (~MYR 30,500)
*Actual cost will vary depending on lifestyle choices. Students may also need to budget for outbound exchanges, summer study tours and emergency medical expenses, etc.
Name of Scholarship: Diversity Grant
Application Requirements (Including grades requirements): 2024/25 admission applicant who are holding Malaysia passport (Scholarship will be renewed annually based on the satisfaction of requirement)
Scholarship Coverage: HKD 30,000 (~MYR 18,100)
Way to Apply: You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you submit an application to CityU.
Application Deadline: N/A
Name of Scholarship: TOP Scholarship
Application Requirements (Including grades requirements): Outstanding performance in UEC/ STPM/ GCE A-Level/ IB Diploma. (Scholarship will be renewed annually based on the satisfaction of CGPA requirement)
Scholarship Coverage: HKD 200,000 (~MYR 120,600)
Way to Apply: You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you submit an application to CityU.
Application Deadline: N/A
Name of Scholarship: Full Scholarship
Application Requirements (Including grades requirements): Outstanding performance in UEC/ STPM/ GCE A-Level/ IB Diploma. (Scholarship will be renewed annually based on the satisfaction of CGPA requirement)
Scholarship Coverage: HKD 160,000 (~MYR 96,500)
Way to Apply: You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you submit an application to CityU.
Application Deadline: N/A
Name of Scholarship: Half Scholarship
Application Requirements (Including grades requirements): Outstanding performance in UEC/ STPM/ GCE A-Level/ IB Diploma. (Scholarship will be renewed annually based on the satisfaction of CGPA requirement)
Scholarship Coverage: HKD 80,000 (~MYR 48,200)
Way to Apply: You will be automatically considered for a scholarship when you submit an application to CityU.
Application Deadline: N/A