JUPAS Admission
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Overview
CityUHK is one of the participating institutions in the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) which is a scheme for local students with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination results
(past and / or current) to apply for admission.
Non-local students taking HKDSE examination should apply to CityUHK direct via our online application system.
General Entrance Requirements
JUPAS applicants applying to CityUHK must meet the minimum General Entrance Requirements and programme specific requirements, if any.
Details
English Language
Level 3
Level 3
Chinese Language
Level 3
Level 3
Mathematics
Level 2
Level 2
Citizenship and Social Development
Attained
Attained
Elective 1
Level 3
Level 3
Elective 2
Level 3
Level 3
Unspecified electives may include Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1 / M2) and Category C other language subjects. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only. Applied Learning (ApL) subjects are not counted as elective subjects, unless otherwise specified.
Past results of Liberal Studies (Level 2 or above) are accepted for meeting the Citizenship and Social Development subject requirement in the General Entrance Requirements.
Yet, results obtained in HKDSE Liberal Studies or HKDSE Citizenship and Social Development are not counted in the admission score calculation.
Scoring Scale
Category A Core / Elective Subjects :
5** = 8.5 ; 5* = 7 ; 5 = 5.5 ; 4 = 4 ; 3 = 3 ; 2 = 2 ; 1 = 1
Category C Other Languages Subjects :
• Japanese: N1 = 7 ; N2 = 5.5 ; N3 = 4
• Korean: 6 = 7 ; 5 = 5.5 ; 4 = 4 ; 3 = 3
• French/German/Spanish: C2 = 7 ; C1 = 5.5 ; B2 = 4 ; B1/A2 = 3
• Urdu: A++/A+/A = 7 ; B++/B+ = 5.5 ; B/C = 4; D/E = 3
Alternative Qualifications in Chinese Language (ACL) Replacing HKDSE Chinese Language (for Non-Chinese Speaking Applicants only):
• GCEAL: Grade A*/A = 7 ; B = 5.5; C = 4 ; D/E = 3
• GCEASL: Grade A = 7 ; B = 5.5 ; C = 4; D/E = 3
• IGCSE / GCSE / GCEOL: Level 9 / 8 / 7 = 4 ; Level 6 / 5 / 4 = 3
• HKDSE Applied Learning: Attained/Attained with Distinction = 3
If more than one admission score is available for an applicant based on this calculation, the best result will be considered.
Admission is competitive. Possession of the minimum qualifications in no way guarantees acceptance.
Programme Entrance Requirements
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JUPAS Score Calculator
Flexible Admissions Arrangement
JUPAS applicants who attain excellent overall results in HKDSE but slightly fall short of the programme entrance requirements
may still be considered for admission.
No application is required. Eligible applicants will be identified after
the modification of programme choices (after release of HKDSE examination results).
Eligibility Criteria
- only one HKDSE subject (core or elective subjects), except "Citizenship and Social Development", graded below the minimum programme entrance requirements by one level
- an admission score higher than the weighted median admission score of the respective programme in the previous admission exercise
- Band A programmes
- good assessment performance for the programme(s) concerned
Local JUPAS applicants admitted under the flexible admissions arrangement may also receive a scholarship if their HKDSE results meet the criteria for the CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents.
Note: Meeting the eligibility criteria of the Flexible Admissions Arrangement does not warrant admission. Admission decision is made based on applicants’ admission scores, non-academic achievements and interview / test performance, if applicable and other factors considered by individual programmes.
4 Oct
2025
Undergraduate Information Day
9 Oct
2025
JUPAS applications open
3 Dec
2025
Deadline for JUPAS applications
27 May
2026
Deadline for changes to programme choices
May - July
2026
Programme interviews
June
2026
Interview for applicants
Interview for applicants through the School Principal's Nominations Scheme and School Nominations Direct Admission Scheme
15 July
2026
Announcement of HKDSE results
16 - 18 July
2026
Reprioritization of programme choices
5 Aug
2026
Announcement of JUPAS Main Round Offers
20 Aug
2026
Announcement of offers for applicants with upgraded HKDSE results
Admission Arrangements
JUPAS applicants are considered for admission to first-year studies in a Bachelor’s degree programme. Depending on the programme, students are either admitted directly to a major in the first year or admitted to a college / school / department with an undeclared major (enter a major after one year of study).
Students who wish to be considered for Joint Bachelor's Degree programmes must be enrolled in the majors concerned.
Application Procedures
Applicants who wish to submit their applications to JUPAS should check eligibility for application at the JUPAS website.
Eligible local HKDSE students should submit their applications via JUPAS following the application procedures and timeline.
Non-local students and students who are currently enrolled in full-time bachelor's degree programmes offered under JUPAS are not eligible to apply via JUPAS.
Note
When submitting the JUPAS application, an applicant can choose a maximum of 20 programme choices. Please check out the programmes offered by CityUHK and their entrance requirements. CityUHK will consider information provided in the application and some programmes will invite selected applicants for interviews.
More details are available at the JUPAS website.
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone.
Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your JUPAS application are valid and check e-mail regularly.
Fees and Scholarships
Curriculum Structure of Bachelor's Degree Programmes
JUPAS applicants are considered for admission to first-year studies in a Bachelor’s degree programme.
The curriculum structure of a four-year degree programme is as follows.
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 31 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement, should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college / school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 121 credit units, depending on major |
Special Consideration / Admission Schemes
Special Consideration
School Principal’s Nominations Scheme (SPN)
SPN is a scheme which gives due recognition to applicants who have contributed to social services or made outstanding achievements in non-academic areas such as sports, music, social services, creative activities, other cultural activities, or who have demonstrated leadership abilities.
School applicants who have the qualities mentioned above may be considered for nomination by their school principals. Nominated students may be given a conditional offer before the announcement of the HKDSE examination results, subject to meeting the stipulated conditions.
Student Athletes Admission Scheme (SAAS)
SAAS aims to recognize student athletes with outstanding sports achievements for pursuing higher education at CityUHK. Applicants would receive special admissions consideration based on their sport achievements under the scheme.
Applicants with Disabilities
Applicants with a disability may submit information in relation to their disability to JUPAS office on a voluntary basis that they may receive offers as a result of the special considerations given by the Institutions.
Applicants with Outstanding Other Experiences and Achievements in Competitions / Activities (OEA)
Applicants' performances in OEA will be considered in addition to their academic results in the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their OEA information (maximum 10 items) via their JUPAS accounts before the specified deadline. Applicants may be given special consideration for granting conditional offers based on their outstanding OEA.
Special Admission Schemes
School Nominations Direct Admission Scheme (SNDAS)
SNDAS is a school nominations scheme introduced by the Education Bureau (EDB). It aims at recognising the talent of local students that could not be fully assessed by the HKDSE. Firm offers will be given to successful SNDAS student nominees in June, prior to the release of the HKDSE Examination results.
For 2026 entry, CityUHK has 54 programmes joining SNDAS. Each local secondary school has two quotas for nominating students.
Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA)
SALSA is initiated by the University Grants Committee to offer university education opportunities to elite athletes of Hong Kong in quest of their dual career development in sports and in academics. Firm offers will be given to successful applicants under the scheme.
Other Admission Scheme
Direct Admission for Joint Bachelor's Degree Program with Columbia University
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and Columbia University (Columbia) have collaborated for over a decade to recruit talented students via the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program (JBDP), offering students an unparalleled international education experience.
Students will pursue the studies in Asia and North America in two prestigious and top universities, spending two years at CityUHK and two years at Columbia. Upon completion of the four-year programme, graduates will earn two bachelor's degrees—one from CityUHK and one from Columbia.
Secondary school students are welcome to apply for Direct Admission for Joint Bachelor's Degree Program with Columbia University.
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Admission Year
Non-JUPAS Year 1 Admission
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Overview
Local applicants with secondary qualifications other than HKDSE or post-secondary qualifications are welcome to apply for admissions to CityUHK via the non-JUPAS route.
These applicants include:
- current students or graduates of a recognized associate degree (AD) or higher diploma (HD) programme at a post-secondary institution in Hong Kong or from overseas
- graduating students or graduates of high school following non-HKDSE curriculum (e.g. IB, GCE)
- transfer students from local or overseas bachelor’s degree programmes from other universities
Entrance Requirements
Applicants applying to CityUHK must meet the minimum General Entrance Requirements.
In addition to the General Entrance Requirements, individual degrees / majors may have programme-specific entrance requirements.
General Entrance Requirements
GCE System
| Minimum Grade E or above in three GCE A Level (or A2) / International A Level subjects (Two AS subjects are considered to be equivalent to one AL subject. The same subject cannot be counted at both the A Level and AS Level). AND Grade C / Grade 4 or above in GCSE English Language or English Literature, or a TOEFL score of 79 (Internet-based test), or an overall IELTS band score of 6.5. | Eligible to apply for:
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
An IB Diploma for admission to first-year studies. For Advanced Standing I admission, a minimum diploma point score of 30 (out of 45) is required. AND Grade 4 or above in English A: Language and Literature (Higher or Standard Level) / English A: Literature (Higher or Standard Level) / English Literature and Performance (Standard Level) / English B (Higher Level), or Grade 5 or above in English B (Standard Level). Remarks: Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (HL / SL) and Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (HL / SL) are | Eligible to apply for:
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Other secondary qualifications
Graduating students or graduates of high school following non-HKDSE curriculum are accepted.
Post-Secondary Study
| An accredited Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (AD / HD) or equivalent qualification (final year or graduate). Bachelor's degree study of one year or more / postgraduate study. | Eligible to apply for:
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| Completion of one year of AD / HD (non-final year, with CGPA ≥ 3.0 or an equivalent overall mark). (For applicants with a 13-year high school qualification [e.g. IB, GCEAL], advanced standing may be considered.) | Eligible to apply for:
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Programme-Specific Entrance Requirements
Refer to the respective programme webpages for details of programme-specific requirements.
English Language Requirements (for applicants holding non-local qualifications)
Applicants who obtained their entrance qualifications in a language other than English will need to have achieved an acceptable result in an approved English language test, such as TOEFL, IELTS, SAT.
Admissions Score Reference (IB/GCEAL)
View the admissions score of our entrants holding IB / GCEAL qualifications in the past three years.
Admission is competitive. Possession of the minimum qualifications in no way guarantees acceptance.
25 Sept
2025
Applications open
15 Nov
2025
Early Round applications deadline
Nov
2025 onwards
Programme interviews
Dec
2025 onwards
Early Round offers announcement
Applicants who do not receive offers in the Early Round will be considered with other applicants in the Main Round.
15 Jan
2026
Main Round applications deadline
Jan
2026 onwards
Main Round offers announcement
16 Jan
2026 onwards
Late Round applications and offers
Admission Arrangements
Applicants holding a 12-year school-leaving qualification, or a partially completed sub-degree qualification
Applicants holding a 13-year school-leaving qualification, IB Diploma, GCEAL/IAL, Associate Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's degree study or equivalent qualifications
Admission to Year 1
Applicants holding a school-leaving qualification or a partially completed sub-degree qualification may apply for admission to Year 1 in a Bachelor's degree programme. Depending on the programme, students are either admitted directly to a major in their first year or admitted to a college / school / department with an undeclared major (enter a major after one year of study).
Admission to Year 1 with Credit Transfer (Advanced Standing I)
Students admitted to the University with Advanced Standing I take fewer credits units for graduation (minimum 91 credit units instead of 121 credit units for a four-year degree curriculum, depending on majors).
Credit Transfer and Course Exemption
Students admitted with Advanced Standing I will not be entitled to further credit transfer on the basis of qualifications attained prior to their admission to the University. Instead, students may be granted exemption from specific courses based on prior study. Credit units are not earned for exempted courses.
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Application Procedures
Prepare for Your Application
Choose the Right Programmes for You
CityUHK offers a great variety of undergraduate programmes covering 60+ majors. Refer to our programme lists to find the programmes you are interested in.
If you hold the recognized qualification which is acceptable for admission to first-year studies and admission with Advancing Standing I, please separately select the programmes.
Check out Admission Requirements
Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications to fulfill the minimum entrance requirements. Individual programmes may have additional specific requirements.
- Current students or graduates of a recognized associate degree (AD) or higher diploma (HD) programme at a post-secondary institution in Hong Kong or from overseas
- Graduating students or graduates of high school following non-HKDSE curriculum (e.g. IB, GCE)
- Transfer students from local or overseas bachelor’s degree programmes from other universities
Have Your Application Materials Ready
- Academic transcripts and public examination result / English result certificates
- Document proof of achievements and awards, if applicable
- A personal statement
- A credit card or an online payment account (AliPayHK, WeChat Pay, Fast Payment System) for online payment of HKD200 application fee for one programme choice
Submit Your Application
Create an Application Account
Input your email address, personal details and a password to create an account on the CityU online application system.
Complete Your Applications
Select the programme you wish to apply for admission. You can apply for more than one programme by paying an application fee of HKD200 for each programme choice. Enter your application information following the instructions in the relevant sections in the application.
Upload Supporting Documents
Scanned copies of supporting documents should be uploaded via your application account before submitting your application. Click here for a list of the required documents by qualification type for application review.
Applicants for School of Creative Media (SCM) programmes should submit a portfolio of creative work via the SCM online system.
Please note the following:
- Documents that are not in English must be accompanied by an officially certified English translation provided by the awarding body or your school or university.
- Documents that do not show the name of applicant or with non-matching names will NOT be accepted. However, if the difference in names is due to special reasons, please upload a written explanation with documentary proof (e.g. deed poll, certificate of name change).
- If you wish to provide additional information after submitting your application, please use the "file upload" function in your application account. Please note that once the selection process has begun, additional / updated information provided to the University may not be considered, at the discretion of the relevant programme department.
- If requested by the University, you should present the ORIGINAL certificate / official certification of your qualifications as stated in your application for verification before starting your studies.
Confirm and Submit
Check the data you have entered before submitting your application. The online application fee for local applicants is HKD200 per programme that the payment is made online by credit card, AlipayHK or WeChat Pay via your application account.
The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, and must be paid before your application can be processed.
After Submission of Your Application
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone. Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your JUPAS application are valid and check e-mail regularly. Interview arrangements will be announced soon.
Application Results
Admission offers are mostly made from December to May. The selection process is normally completed by the end of July for local applicants. Offers will continue when vacancies arise, until the start of Semester A. You can access your application account using the electronic ID and password created at the time of application to check the outcome of your application. If your application is successful, we will notify you by email, and you will be able to retrieve your admission offer letter via your application account.
Acceptance of Offer
To accept an admission offer, you must pay a deposit of HKD5,000 (not refundable or transferrable) and accept the offer via your application account by the acceptance deadline (usually 2 weeks).
If you receive more than one admission offer from the University, the acceptance of a later offer will supersede and cancel the previous acceptance of any other offer(s). Note that at any one time, you can accept one admission offer only. Upon enrolment, the non-refundable acceptance fee paid at the time of admission will be credited towards your tuition fee. The balance of the fee required for the first semester of study will be collected following the University's fee payment schedule.
The acceptance fee is NOT refundable or transferable except under the following circumstances:
- when the applicant subsequently accepts another offer of an award programme of the University in the same semester of admission and has paid the acceptance fee;
- when the applicant fails to meet the condition(s) of the admission offer, resulting in a withdrawal of the offer by the University
(a refund request should be submitted in writing to the Admissions Office before the commencement of your entry term, along with the documentary proof that the condition(s) cannot be met.); or - when the programme for which an offer is made is subsequently cancelled by the University.
Documents for Verifications
If requested by the University, you should present the ORIGINAL certificate / official certification of your qualifications as stated in your application (e.g. transcripts, award certificates, English test results and an officially certified English translation where applicable) for verification before starting your study.
Applicants who receive a conditional offer should also supply the documentation certifying the fulfilment of conditions before the deadline indicated in the admission offer letter. The University reserves the right to decide whether the submitted documents are acceptable.
If you fail to provide the documentation acceptable to the University for verification, your admission offer will be withdrawn and your enrolment at the University will also be rescinded. Any fees paid will not be refunded.
Enrolment and Notes for New Students
After you have accepted the admission offer and paid the acceptance fee, the Academic Regulations and Records Office will contact you from July onwards regarding the arrangements for enrolment, student ID card, class schedule and course registration. If you fail to complete the enrolment procedure by the specified date, you will be considered as having given up the place for admission, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
Please read the Notes for New Students after Accepting Offers.
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone.
Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your application account are valid and check e-mail regularly.
Fees and Scholarships
Curriculum Structure of Bachelor's Degree Programmes
Depending on their entry qualifications, applicants may be admitted to first-year studies or with advanced standing. Students have the flexibility to enrich their studies by taking double degrees / majors or minors to prepare for challenges in the globalised community.
The curriculum structure of a four-year degree programme is as follows.
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 31 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement , should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college/school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 121 credit units, depending on major |
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 22 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement , should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college / school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 91 credit units, depending on major |
Notes:
- Students are also required to fulfil English language and Chinese language requirements, and may be required to take additional language courses depending on their entry qualifications in English / Chinese.
- Students admitted with Advanced Standing I or II will not be entitled to additional credit transfer on the basis of qualifications attained prior to admission to the University. Instead, students may apply for course exemption based on their prior study. Credit units are not earned for exempted courses.
Special Consideration / Admission Schemes
Student Athletes Admission Scheme (SAAS)
SAAS aims to recognize student athletes with outstanding sports achievements for pursuing higher education at CityUHK. Applicants would receive special admissions consideration based on their sport achievements under the scheme. Contact our PE section for more information.
Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA)
SALSA is initiated by the University Grants Committee to offer university education opportunities to elite athletes of Hong Kong in quest of their dual career development in sports and in academics. Firm offers will be given to successful applicants under the scheme. Contact our PE section for more information.
Direct Admission for Joint Bachelor's Degree Program with Columbia University
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) and Columbia University (Columbia) have collaborated for over a decade to recruit talented students via the Joint Bachelor's Degree Program (JBDP), offering students an unparalleled international education experience.
Students will pursue the studies in Asia and North America in two prestigious and top universities, spending two years at CityUHK and two years at Columbia. Upon completion of the four-year programme, graduates will earn two bachelor's degrees—one from CityUHK and one from Columbia.
High school students are welcome to apply for Direct Admission for Joint Bachelor's Degree Program with Columbia University.
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Use of Application Information
Application information, including your HKID card/passport number, will be used in the admission evaluation process. Upon your enrolment in the University, such information will become part of your student record and may be used for any purposes relating to your study in accordance with University procedures.
In accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right of access to and correction of the information contained in your application, as well as the right to request a copy of such data. If you wish to obtain more information, please write to the Admissions Office. You may be charged a fee for each request.
The application data of unsuccessful applications and unenrolled applicants will be destroyed at the end of the admission exercise.
Please note that the University’s (1) European Union and the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulations ("GDPR") Privacy Notice; and (2) Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) Privacy Notice and Consent Forms; which may apply to you, where applicable.
Admission Year
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Non-JUPAS Senior Year Admission
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Overview
Final-year students or graduates of an Associate Degree (AD) / Higher Diploma (HD) programme recognized by the University are welcome to apply for senior year admission (Advanced Standing II) to articulate to CityUHK’s Bachelor's degree programmes.
AD / HD graduates who do not receive a senior-year (Advanced Standing II) place, or graduating students or graduates of high school following non-HKDSE curriculum (e.g. IB, GCE) / transfer students from local or overseas bachelor’s degree programmes from other universities, may be considered for Advanced Standing I admission. The minimum graduation requirement for Advanced Standing I students is 91 credit units (instead of 121 credit units for a standard four-year curriculum), subject to the requirements of individual degrees / majors.
Please note that senior-year admission (Advanced Standing II) is only available to local students.
Entrance Requirements
Final-year graduating students or graduates of Associate Degree / Higher Diploma programmes from a recognised institution are welcome to apply for senior-year entry to CityUHK.
General Entrance Requirements
Applicants should hold an appropriate Higher Diploma / Associate Degree from a recognised institution.
No CGPA or overall mark requirements are set for the purpose of application. However, as competition for admission is keen, accepted applicants are normally expected to have completed an AD / HD with a CGPA ≥ 3.0 or an equivalent overall mark, or a credit award.
Programme-Specific Entrance Requirements
In addition to the General Entrance Requirements, individual programmes may have programme-specific entrance requirements for specific subject background or may set a higher GPA requirement for admission.
Admission is competitive. Possession of the minimum qualifications in no way guarantees acceptance.
25 Sept
2025
Applications open
15 Nov
2025
Early Round applications deadline
Nov
2025 onwards
Programme interviews
Dec
2025 onwards
Early Round offers announcement
15 Jan
2026
Main Round applications deadline
Jan
2026 onwards
Main Round offers announcement
16 Jan
2026 onwards
Late Round applications and offers
Admission Arrangements
Admission to Year 3 with Credit Transfer (Advanced Standing II)
Senior-year entrants admitted with Advanced Standing II take fewer credits units for
graduation (minimum 60 credit units instead of 121 credit units for a four-year degree curriculum, depending on majors).
Note
These students will not be entitled to further credit transfer on the basis of qualifications attained prior to their admission to the University. Instead, students may be granted exemption from specific courses based on prior study. Credit units are not earned for exempted courses.
AD / HD graduates who do not receive a senior-year (Advanced Standing II) place may be considered for Advanced Standing I admission. It is not necessary for applicants to indicate their preference at the time of application. The offer of Advanced Standing I or Advanced Standing II entry is decided by the programme-offering unit. The minimum graduation requirement for Advanced Standing I students is 91 credit units (instead of 121 credit units for a standard four-year curriculum), subject to the requirements of individual degrees / majors.
For programmes without senior year (Advanced Standing II) admissions, applicants may consider submitting the Advanced Standing I admission applications, if available, instead.
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Application Procedures
Prepare for Your Application
Choose the Right Programmes for You
30 CityUHK programmes offer senior-year admission. Refer to our programme list to find the programmes you are interested in.
Check out Admission Requirements
Current final-year students or graduates of a recognized associate degree (AD) or higher diploma (HD) programme at a post-secondary institution in Hong Kong or from overseas may apply. Individual programmes may have additional entrance requirements.
Have Your Application Materials Ready
- Academic transcripts of post-secondary studies, public examination result / English result certificates
- Document proof of achievements and awards, if applicable
- A personal statement
A credit card or an online payment account (AliPayHK, WeChat Pay, Fast Payment System) for online payment of HKD200 application fee for one programme choice
Submit Your Application
Create an Application Account
Input your email address, personal details and a password to create an account on the CityUHK online application system.
Complete Your Applications
Select the programme you wish to apply for admission. You can apply for more than one programme by paying an application fee of HKD200 for each programme choice. Enter your application information following the instructions in the relevant sections in the application.
Upload Supporting Documents
Scanned copies of supporting documents should be uploaded via your application account before submitting your application. Click here for a list of the required documents by qualification type for application review.
Applicants for School of Creative Media (SCM) programmes should submit a portfolio of creative work via the SCM online system.
Please note the following:
- Documents that are not in English must be accompanied by an officially certified English translation provided by the awarding body or your school or university.
- Documents that do not show the name of applicant or with non-matching names will NOT be accepted. However, if the difference in names is due to special reasons, please upload a written explanation with documentary proof (e.g. deed poll, certificate of name change).
- If you wish to provide additional information after submitting your application, please use the "file upload" function in your application account. Please note that once the selection process has begun, additional / updated information provided to the University may not be considered, at the discretion of the relevant programme department.
- If requested by the University, you should present the ORIGINAL certificate / official certification of your qualifications as stated in your application for verification before starting your studies.
Confirm and Submit
Check the data you have entered before submitting your application. The online application fee for local applicants is HKD200 per programme that the payment is made online by credit card, AlipayHK or WeChat Pay via your application account.
The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, and must be paid before your application can be processed.
After Submission of Your Application
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone. Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your JUPAS application are valid and check e-mail regularly. Interview arrangements will be announced soon.
Application Results
Admission offers are mostly made from December to May. The selection process is normally completed by the end of July for local applicants. Offers will continue when vacancies arise, until the start of Semester A. You can access your application account using the electronic ID and password created at the time of application to check the outcome of your application. If your application is successful, we will notify you by email, and you will be able to retrieve your admission offer letter via your application account.
Acceptance of Offer
To accept an admission offer, you must pay a deposit of HKD5,000 (not refundable or transferrable) and accept the offer via your application account by the acceptance deadline (usually 2 weeks).
If you receive more than one admission offer from the University, the acceptance of a later offer will supersede and cancel the previous acceptance of any other offer(s). Note that at any one time, you can accept one admission offer only. Upon enrolment, the non-refundable acceptance fee paid at the time of admission will be credited towards your tuition fee. The balance of the fee required for the first semester of study will be collected following the University's fee payment schedule.
The acceptance fee is NOT refundable or transferable except under the following circumstances:
- when the applicant subsequently accepts another offer of an award programme of the University in the same semester of admission and has paid the acceptance fee;
- when the applicant fails to meet the condition(s) of the admission offer, resulting in a withdrawal of the offer by the University
(a refund request should be submitted in writing to the Admissions Office before the commencement of your entry term, along with the documentary proof that the condition(s) cannot be met.); or - when the programme for which an offer is made is subsequently cancelled by the University.
Documents for Verifications
If requested by the University, you should present the ORIGINAL certificate / official certification of your qualifications as stated in your application (e.g. transcripts, award certificates, English test results and an officially certified English translation where applicable) for verification before starting your study.
Applicants who receive a conditional offer should also supply the documentation certifying the fulfilment of conditions before the deadline indicated in the admission offer letter. The University reserves the right to decide whether the submitted documents are acceptable.
If you fail to provide the documentation acceptable to the University for verification, your admission offer will be withdrawn and your enrolment at the University will also be rescinded. Any fees paid will not be refunded.
Enrolment and Notes for New Students
After you have accepted the admission offer and paid the acceptance fee, the Academic Regulations and Records Office will contact you from July onwards regarding the arrangements for enrolment, student ID card, class schedule and course registration. If you fail to complete the enrolment procedure by the specified date, you will be considered as having given up the place for admission, and any fees paid will not be refunded.
Please read the Notes for New Students after Accepting Offers.
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone.
Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your application account are valid and check e-mail regularly.
Fees and Scholarships
Curriculum Structure of Bachelor's Degree Programmes
Depending on their entry qualifications, applicants may be admitted to first-year studies or with advanced standing. Students have the flexibility to enrich their studies by taking double degrees / majors or minors to prepare for challenges in the globalised community.
The curriculum structure of a four-year degree programme is as follows.
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 22 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement, should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college / school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 91 credit units, depending on major |
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 12 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement, should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college / school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 60 credit units, depending on major |
Notes:
- Students are also required to fulfil English language and Chinese language requirements, and may be required to take additional language courses depending on their entry qualifications in English / Chinese.
- Students admitted with Advanced Standing I or II will not be entitled to additional credit transfer on the basis of qualifications attained prior to admission to the University. Instead, students may apply for course exemption based on their prior study. Credit units are not earned for exempted courses.
Special Consideration/Admission Schemes
Student Athletes Admission Scheme (SAAS)
SAAS aims to recognize student athletes with outstanding sports achievements for pursuing higher education at CityUHK. Applicants would receive special admissions consideration based on their sport achievements under the scheme. Contact our PE section for more information.
Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA)
SALSA is initiated by the University Grants Committee to offer university education opportunities to elite athletes of Hong Kong in quest of their dual career development in sports and in academics. Firm offers will be given to successful applicants under the scheme. Contact our PE section for more information.
Admission card
Use of Application Information
Application information, including your HKID card/passport number, will be used in the admission evaluation process. Upon your enrolment in the University, such information will become part of your student record and may be used for any purposes relating to your study in accordance with University procedures.
In accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right of access to and correction of the information contained in your application, as well as the right to request a copy of such data. If you wish to obtain more information, please write to the Admissions Office. You may be charged a fee for each request.
The application data of unsuccessful applications and unenrolled applicants will be destroyed at the end of the admission exercise.
Please note that the University’s (1) European Union and the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulations ("GDPR") Privacy Notice; and (2) Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) Privacy Notice and Consent Forms; which may apply to you, where applicable.
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