Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a forward looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together China and the West. CUHK teachers and students hail from all corners of the world. In 2007, we have more than 5,800 staff members, some 20,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Of these students, about 3,000 are from 45 countries and regions outside Hong Kong. Over 110,000 graduates are connected through 90 alumni associations both within and outside Hong Kong.
Teaching Excellence The CUHK education aims to nurture students with both specialized knowledge and wisdom for life. It is distinguished by a flexible credit unit system, a college system, bilingualism and multiculturalism. Our general education courses broaden students' interests, widen their perspectives, and develop their ability to face the challenges of contemporary life. Our eight Faculties — Arts, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science and Social Science, with the Graduate School, offer over 330 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Research Achievements The University received research funding of over HK$1.36 billion in the 2006-07 academic year from various local and overseas sources. Four research areas led by our staff have been selected as 4 of the only 10 Areas of Excellence funded by the University Grants Committee. Our research centres have close collaboration with Mainland and overseas institutions. Many research products have been put into practical use through technology transfer and spin-off companies. In the 10-year strategic plan adopted in 2006, 5 among our existing areas of excellence were identified as key areas for strategic research investment: Chinese Studies, Biomedical Sciences, Information Sciences, Economics & Finance, Geoinformation and Earth Sciences. The aim is that these areas will achieve world-class impact, bringing enormous benefits to society.
Unique College System CUHK offers Hong Kong's only college experience. Our constituent colleges, Chung Chi, New Asia, United and Shaw, complement the efforts of the University to deliver whole-person education and pastoral care. The college system helps to sustain intimate interaction among teachers and students, thus building strong identification of students and alumni with their affiliated colleges. Five new colleges, Morningside College, S.H. Ho College, C.W. Chu College, Wu Yee Sun College and Lee Woo Sing College recently joined the CUHK family. The new colleges will further enhance diversity and choice on campus.
Campus Environment
Admissions Information
Undergraduate StudiesAdmission Details
1. Undergraduate Studies for Local Students
2. Undergraduate Studies for Mainland Students
3. Undergraduate Studies for International Students
Studying abroad expands your view of the world, introduces you to fresh ways of thinking and sharpens your career edge.
Enrol as an international student at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and you will enjoy a wide and flexible choice of undergraduate programmes taught in English - plus the advantages of a varied and stimulating cultural environment.
The degree qualifications we offer are internationally-recognized and we enjoy a strong reputation worldwide for excellence in teaching and research. Cultural diversity is the cornerstone on which our University was built and it remains a key to our success.
The programme for international students is managed by a dedicated team, who will work with you and your faculty to help shape the study programme that will best nurture your academic growth, enhance your career prospects, and support your exploration of new cultures and surroundings.
In the years you spend with us, you will benefit from the following features and resources:
(i) A prestigious, publicly-funded university that is rigorously evaluated and independently assessed on a continuing basis
(ii) Regionally and globally acclaimed programmes taught by local and overseas faculty of international standing
(iii) A flexible undergraduate programme of studies based on the credit unit system, with over 40 major disciplines for you to choose from, plus a strong offering in general education
(iv) On-campus hostel accommodation with modern facilities including broadband connectivity
(v) A culturally-diverse student body (including 10,000 undergraduates) from more than 45 countries including Mainland China
(vi) A superbly scenic campus with an active social, extra-curricular and sporting life
(vii) Tuition fees fixed at HK$80,000 for 2009-10
(viii) Reasonable cost of living - Hostel fees: around HK$8,000*, other expenses: around HK$30,000* per academic year
(ix) Scholarship schemes for non-local students with outstanding academic record and demonstrable financial need
(x) International students holding a valid student visa are entitled to local rates for public health services and are exempt from surgical and hospital insurance during their study in Hong Kong
(xi) Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world . Its low crime-rate makes it a particularly attractive option for young people living abroad for the first time.
For more information about admission, you may visit homepage of the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid. For more information about undergraduate studies, you may visit the Faculties / Departments / Programmes section of our site.
Postgraduate Studies
The Graduate School offers two types of postgraduate studies programmes — taught postgraduate programmes and research postgraduate programmes — leading to different postgraduate degrees and diplomas.
1. Taught Postgraduate Studies
2. Research Postgraduate Studies
For more information about graduate studies, you may visit the homepage of the Graduate School.
Summer Programmes
The Chinese University of Hong Kong offers various summer programmes and provides you with an exceptional opportunity to combine high-quality learning with an unforgettable summer experience.
1. CUHK International Summer School (ISS)
International Summer School offers local and international students an international learning environment and opportunities for quality cultural exchange during the summer. Academics from CUHK and renowned overseas universities, such as Harvard University, University of Cambridge and Pennsylvania State University have been invited to teach in the programme. In addition to Putonghua and Cantonese courses, a number of much sought-after business, humanities and social science courses with Asian or Chinese perspectives are offered.
2. CUHK Summer Institute (SI)
Summer Institute is a 2-week residential summer programme designed for Secondary 6 students to help them explore their interests in different disciplines and give them an early experience of university residential life.
For more details about CUHK's summer programmes and summer courses, please visit the homepage of the Office of Summer Programmes.
Programs
- Educational Administration - Full Time
- Government and Public Administration - Full Time
- Anthropology - Full Time
- Architecture - Full Time
- Accountancy - Full Time
- Data Science and Business Statistics - Full Time
- Finance - Full Time
- Management - Full Time
- Advertising and Public Relations - Full Time
- Broadcasting - Full Time
- Communication Studies - Full Time
- Creative Media - Full Time
- Journalism - Full Time
- Marketing - Full Time
- Multimedia and Telecommunications - Full Time
- Computer Engineering - Full Time
- Computer Science - Full Time
- Fine Arts - Full Time
- Music - Part Time
- Music - Full Time
- Decision Sciences and Managerial Economics - Full Time
- Economics - Full Time
- Educational Administration - Full Time
- English Language Teaching - Full Time
- Electronic Engineering - Full Time
- Environmental Science - Full Time
- French Studies - Full Time
- Gender Studies - Full Time
- German Studies - Full Time
- Italian Studies - Full Time
- Japanese Studies - Full Time
- Spanish Studies - Full Time
- Automation and Computer-Aided Engineering - Full Time
- Information Engineering - Full Time
- Internet Engineering - Full Time
- Systems Engineering & Engineering Management - Full Time
- Geography & Resource Management - Full Time
- Nursing - Full Time
- Histroriography - Full Time
- Chinese Language and Literature - Full Time
- English - Full Time
- Language Studies - Full Time
- Linguistics - Full Time
- Translation - Full Time
- Laws - Full Time
- Chinese Language and Literature - Full Time
- Applied Statistics - Full Time
- Data Science and Business Statistics - Full Time
- Mathematics - Full Time
- Anatomical & Cellular Pathology - Full Time
- Clinical Oncology - Full Time
- Community and Family Madicine - Full Time
- Diagnostic Radiology & Organ Imaging - Full Time
- Medicine - Full Time
- Medicine and Therapeutics - Full Time
- Ophthalmology and Traumatology - Full Time
- Physiology - Full Time
- Principles of Drug Action - Full Time
- Psychiatry - Full Time
- Surgery - Full Time
- Pharmacology - Full Time
- Pharmacy - Full Time
- Philosophy - Full Time
- Applied Chemistry with Management Studies - Full Time
- Chemistry - Full Time
- Physics - Full Time
- Educational Psychology - Full Time
- Psychology - Full Time
- Cultural Studies - Full Time
- Social Work - Full Time
- Divinity - Full Time
- Religious Studies - Full Time
- Theology - Full Time
- Hotel and Tourism Management - Full Time
Contact Us
Admissions
Undergraduate
1. Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
(852) 2609 8951 / 2609 8947
ugadm@cuhk.edu.hk
Postgraduate
2. Graduate School
(852) 2609 8976 / 2609 8977
gradschool@cuhk.edu.hk
International Studies
3. Office of Academic Links
(852) 2609 7597
iasp@cuhk.edu.hk
Continuing Studies
4. School of Continuing and Professional Studies
(852) 2209 0299
scs@cuhk.edu.hk
Job Vacancies
5. Personnel Office
(852) 2609 7337 / 2609 7275
personnel-1@cuhk.edu.hk or personnel-2@cuhk.edu.hk
Public Relations
6. Communications and Public Relations Office
(852) 2609 8899
cpr@cuhk.edu.hk
Application for .hk Domain
7. The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Shatin, NT
Hong Kong SAR
The People's Republic of China
(852) 2609 7000 / 2609 6000
(852) 2603 5544 (fax)