While ten universities in our tiny city may sound like a lot, it's no secret that getting into any graduate or undergraduate degree programme is extremely difficult. Yet, despite the fierce competition, these universities see no decrease in the number of people – local or overseas – applying for a space in the institutions every year. With this in mind, we take a quick look at some of the best university options here in Hong Kong, and what they have to offer.
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The University of Hong Kong
Type: Public
Location: Pok Fu Lam
Year Established: 1911
As the oldest tertiary institution in Hong Kong, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is one of the most prestigious universities in Asia. As of 2019, HKU ranks
25th internationally in the World University Rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). The school's academic strengths include medicine, actuarial science (the only discipline in Hong Kong that trains such professionals), dentistry, as well as education and training.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Type: Public
Year Established: 1963
Location: Sha Tin
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was founded in 1963 in response to society’s demand for higher education that would bring out the best of Chinese and western cultures. Ranking
49th internationally in the QS World University Rankings, CUHK is best known for its excellence in medicine, Chinese language, as well as Communication and Media studies.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Type: Public
Year Established: 1991
Location: Clear Water Bay
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is commonly regarded as one of the fastest growing universities in the world. It was ranked
37th in the world, and
2nd in the "Top 50 under 50" category by the QS World University Ranking. The university specialises in science, engineering, business and management, humanities and social science programmes, but is especially known for their MBA programme.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Type: Public
Year Established: 1972
Location: Hung Hom
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is known for being the sole provider of unique, quality programmes in design, engineering in air transport, aviation and transportation systems, occupational therapy, optometry, physiotherapy, and more. The school came
7th in the QS World University Ranking's "Top 50 Under 50" list, and is also known for providing excellent programmes in fashion and textile design.
City University of Hong Kong
Type: Public
Year Established: 1994
Location: Kowloon Tong
City University of Hong Kong (City U) is a fast-growing institution that offers a range of competitive undergraduate programmes, including global business, English studies, media and communication, as well as social work. The school ranks
55th internationally, and
5th in the world's "Top 50 Under 50" category by the QS World University Ranking.
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