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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
General information
| Location: | Sai Kung District, Hong Kong |
| Partnership Type: | University-wide |
| Who can participate: | All UoR disciplines that allow Study Abroad that are taught at HKUST. Particular opportunities exist for students in the following disciplines: – Accounting and Finance – Biological Sciences – Business and Management – Computer Science – Chemistry – Economics – Life Sciences – Mathematics |
| Competitiveness / popularity | New partnership for AY 2026/7 |
| Entry Requirements | Minimum 55% average |
| Language of Tuition: | English |
Practical information
| Semester dates (approximate) | Semester 1: Early September – late December Semester 2: Late January – late May |
| Academic / module information: | – See HKUST inbound website inbound website for general subject areas. – More detailed information about modules and subjects available at the HKUST UG Program & Course Catalog |
| Accommodation: | Housing available. HKUST website notes “… undergraduate exchange students are guaranteed and expected to stay in university provided housing…” Full details at HKUST Living Matters webpage. |
| Additional needs information: | See HKUST website |
| Approximate carbon footprint: | Estimated 2.26 tonnes of CO2e (LHR to HKG return) (using Carbon Footprint) |
| FCDO country link: | See GOV UK Hong Kong travel advice webpage . |
Finance
| Suggested living costs: | HKUST Study Abroad website states that they “… recommend that you budget HK$25,000-40,000 for one term [semester]. Living expenses will vary depending on your lifestyle choices...” HKUST Fees and Scholarships website provides further information. |
| Potential additional costs: | A student visa and study permit might required to study in Hong Kong (see Next Step section). HKUST health insurance is mandatory. NB – Eligible students might be able to recoup some costs through Student Finance. |
| Tuition fees: | See Study Abroad webpage |
| Bursaries | See Study Abroad webpage |
Additional information
| Social media links: | Instagram YouTube |
| Further information: | HKUST rankings and overview HKUST rankings Life at HKUST Discover Hong Kong |
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