Choosing a university in Hong Kong can be your gateway to China. There are over 14,000 international students in Hong Kong and so you would not be alone and you can become more globalised, not only making friends from Hong Kong but all over the world. In 2013 in the QS University rankings Asia, HKUST was first. The students study in a great environment and the education it offers is well-rounded, making students feel equipped with the skills needed to stand out from the crowd.
in Hong Kong you can also go out with your friends and experience yum cha which is tea and dim sum in the morning or afternoon, a great social and relaxing way to meet up with friends to chat and eat great food.
Living costs can vary a lot but a basic student budget is thought to be $4,500(HK) per month, this includes meals, transport, laundry and educational books and stationary. As a student you can pay a fee in order to use the facilities in the university.
Tuition fees in Hong Kong range from £11,000 for undergraduates and from £3,500 a year for research students, Postgraduate fees vary depending on course, however more money may be spent on field trips etc., although scholarships can be applied for.
Here are some average expenses:
If you are studying a degree that lasts more than one year, then you can take up a short term internships that are related to your curriculum and these can be arranged by your university, you can work there for one year and there is no restriction on number of working hours or salary.
Or if this idea doesn’t suit you, you can gain a part time job on-campus, this job has a restriction of 20 hours per week or if you are able to acquire a summer job, then there is no limit to working hours or location.
After graduating, students can apply to stay in Hong Kong or later return to work there.
International students must apply in September to December in the year before they want to be admitted into the university. It is possible to gain a place with a late application but it is less likely you will be accepted.
in Hong Kong you can also go out with your friends and experience yum cha which is tea and dim sum in the morning or afternoon, a great social and relaxing way to meet up with friends to chat and eat great food.
Living costs can vary a lot but a basic student budget is thought to be $4,500(HK) per month, this includes meals, transport, laundry and educational books and stationary. As a student you can pay a fee in order to use the facilities in the university.
Tuition fees in Hong Kong range from £11,000 for undergraduates and from £3,500 a year for research students, Postgraduate fees vary depending on course, however more money may be spent on field trips etc., although scholarships can be applied for.
Here are some average expenses:
- Accommodation, halls of residence £900 to £1,300 per academic year
- Accommodation, off-campus apartment £328 to £820 per month
- One-way ticket (local transport) £0.82
- Monthly pass (regular price) £28.77
- Cinema £5.75
If you are studying a degree that lasts more than one year, then you can take up a short term internships that are related to your curriculum and these can be arranged by your university, you can work there for one year and there is no restriction on number of working hours or salary.
Or if this idea doesn’t suit you, you can gain a part time job on-campus, this job has a restriction of 20 hours per week or if you are able to acquire a summer job, then there is no limit to working hours or location.
After graduating, students can apply to stay in Hong Kong or later return to work there.
International students must apply in September to December in the year before they want to be admitted into the university. It is possible to gain a place with a late application but it is less likely you will be accepted.