Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Hong Kong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Southern District. Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational HK higher education institution. The University of Hong Kong (HKU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 114-year-old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. HKU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | The University of Hong Kong |
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Name (Non Latin) | 香港大學 |
Acronym | HKU |
Founded | 1911 |
Motto | Sapientia et Virtus Wisdom and Virtue |
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Mascot | Lion |
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Address | Pok Fu Lam Road Hong Kong Southern District Hong Kong |
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of The University of Hong Kong is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Hong Kong's academic range and degree level offering.
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Click here to explore a list of The University of Hong Kong courses and programs, or if they are not available yet, search for them with our search engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of The University of Hong Kong categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at The University of Hong Kong.
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5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) | 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) | 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
This institution admits men and women (coeducational).
This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
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This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
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International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.
This institution's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.
This institution is a public higher education institution.
This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.
This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.
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The University of Hong Kong is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR
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uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Hong Kong's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the The University of Hong Kong 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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