Virtual Seminars arranged by HK Universities
This week we continue to share virtual events arranged by the universities in Hong Kong. They are arranging virtual information day and some faculty seminars for prospective students. Also, British Council is organizing Study UK Virtual Fair on 17 - 20 Oct. There are different topics that you may find useful. Click on the HE Calendar link or see the below for more details!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Upcoming Webinars this week
This week we will have webinars for all ESF students again. Below is the list of upcoming webinars of this week. Don't forget to register, get the Zoom meeting link and join the event!
HKU Info Month - Architecture, Arts, Law, Education and Social Sciences
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Admission Talk for ESF Schools
Ohio State, Maryland, Michigan State, US - Webinar for ESF Schools
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, HK - Virtual Information Day
You may click here to check the links and details on the Island School Higher Education & Careers Calendar and click here to add this calendar to your Google Calendar.
[New] For Year 13 Students & Parents - Admission Timeline for 2021 Intake and Universities Information
As all of you are working on university research and application process, you may click here for the admission timeline for 2021 intake and click here for the Hong Kong universities information, programme details and information session details.
What's on in Hong Kong...
[New] British Council Study UK Virtual Fair 17 to 20 October 2020
The Study UK Virtual Fair will be held on the Study UK Connect, a digital platform designed by the British Council to connect you directly with UK schools and universities, anywhere, anytime. Study UK Connect has been designed to help students and parents across East Asia research and plan your UK study experience easily and with confidence. Study UK Connect will run live, interactive information sessions and group counselling so you can hear directly from UK universities and have your questions answered.
Programme Detail Study UK Connect webinars are tailored to your needs. Hear from UCAS, IELTS and UKVI to get all the latest practical guidance on how to prepare to study in the UK. The first series of webinar programmes will take place during our Study UK Virtual Fair from Saturday 17 to Tuesday 20 October 2020. Click here for registration!
[New] The University of Hong Kong - HKU Info Month Activities by Theme
Interact with HKU this October! Register here to attend live information sessions, virtual facility tours, mock lectures and live chat sessions with HKU professors, admissions counsellors, and student ambassadors.
Oct 12 - 18 : Architecture, Arts, Law, Education and Social Sciences
Oct 19 - 25 : Business & Economics, Science, Engineering and Technology
Oct 26 - 30 : Medicine, Dentistry and Healthcare
[New] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Weekly Seminars
We are hosting a series of weekly seminars to cover PolyU’s undergraduate programmes. Members from our Faculties & Schools will talk to your students about their unique programme offering, career prospects, entrance requirements, interview tips and more. A live Q&A session is included in all seminars.
This is a great event for students (Grade 10-12/13) who are exploring their choice of degree and study destination. Parents are also welcome. Please see the schedule below,
We also want to highlight the seminar on 14 October which we have members from Faculty of Health and Social Sciences as one of the speakers, as I know there’re many interest in our Health Sciences programme (e.g. BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons) Nursing) from local Non-JUPAS students. You can register via this link.
[New] City University of Hong Kong - Virtual Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions
CityU Virtual Information Day will be held online on Saturday, 24 October 2020. Our Virtual Information Day is an excellent opportunity for prospective students to learn about the side-ranging degree programmes offered at CityU. We have scheduled a series of live activities including programme talks, admission counsultationsm specialist talks and student/alumni sharing. We have also prepared many videos to help students understand our programme offerings, admission selection process, joint degree programmes and interview skills.
Sign up here to receive up-to-date information of CityU Information Day (e.g. live sessions hosted by academic units) via email from time to time.
[New] The Education University of Hong Kong - Virtual Information Day
EdUHK will host a Virtual Information Day on 17 October 2020 to introduce our Undergraduate Programmes. Students and interested parties can take this opportunity to get the latest updates on our programmes as well as the selection criteria. Please sign up for live webinars on programme information, selection criteria and Q&A. We will send you the details by email on or before 16 October 2020. Sign up here.
British Council Online Study UK Universities Roadshow Recordings
We are pleased to update you that the webinar recordings are now available for viewing on the Study UK Connect Platform via this link.
After logging to the platform, please go to the ‘Events – Past Events’ section, select one of the webinars that you are interested and enjoy the video.
HKBU Virtual Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions
The University will organise its Virtual Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions on 24 October 2020 (Saturday) during 10am - 5pm. On the event day, around 100 live interactive webinars will be hosted by our faculties/ programmes/ administrative and supporting offices. Prospective students will have opportunities to experience the vibrant campus life, interact with our programme directors, chat with our current students and alumni, enjoy virtual visit to campus facilities and get the latest programme information on our curriculum by joining our live webinars. There will also be a sharing session cum admissions talk tailored for students with international qualifications such as GCE, IB and SAT. Please find below the details of the talk:
Online Talk plus Student Sharing for International Qualification Students and Holders
Time: 2:00pm – 2:30pm
Speakers: Our alumni, students and representative from Admissions Office
Website: https://infoday.hkbu.edu.hk
HKUST Virtual Information Day 2020
At HKUST, we are welcoming the new term with optimism and hopes for a safe and productive learning experience for all students, especially those who are preparing for university application. We are pleased to announce the very first HKUST Virtual Information Day will be held on October 17, Saturday, from 12 NN to 8 PM (Hong Kong time) with the following highlights:
Admission talks on all existing and new programs as well as interactive live student sharing
Virtual booths of all departments and programs with full downloadable materials
Individualized admissions consultation to ask HKUST faculty, admission officers and students real-time questions
Campus 360 virtual tour for students to explore our stunning campus anytime, from anywhere
Video vault featuring all range of student and campus life that define HKUST
Students, parents, and teachers are all welcome. Register now at https://join.ust.hk/vinfoday
What's on in other countries...
[New] IE - Study Medicine in Ireland - Applications Now Open!
We are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2021/22 academic cycle. Ireland has a long tradition of educating students from all over the world and teaching them the Science and Art of Medicine and Dentistry. This year is no different, and we look forward to welcoming applications from students over the coming weeks and months. There are many reasons why students from all over the world come to study in Ireland. The first is Ireland’s excellent international reputation for education and globally recognised degrees. Read on to learn about our four prestigious university partners who have been welcoming IUMC students for over four decades.
Get in touch with us today to request an application form!
[New] US - EducationUSA - Applying to US Universities During the Current Times
Our flagship talk this month! We have invited six admissions officer/university representatives to share how to apply competitively during the pandemic, featuring
1) three affordable public universities with scholarships for international students
2) the largest California community college
3) an aviation/aerospace university
4) a university with experiential learning
Date & Time: 4pm, Thursday, October 22
Road Trip USA - U.S. Colleges from Coast to Coast
Take a virtual road trip across the United States and get to know six, top-ranked universities!
Step 2: Register to meet us live!
Step 3: Ask us anything.
Our videos highlight the top facts you should know about each of our institutions. After you watch, it's your turn in the driver's seat! Join us for a live Zoom chat to ask us anything about our academic and career offerings, the application process, and university life in the U.S. Your questions will drive our agenda. We promise candid conversation along the way!
Road Trip USA: Live Zoom Chat Schedule
Tuesday, October 13 10:00 a.m. (EDT)/7:30 p.m. (Mumbai) Register Now
Thursday, October 22 8:00 p.m. (EDT)/8:00 a.m. Oct. 23 (Beijing) Register Now
NL - Meet 20+ Dutch universities at Virtually Orange!
Studying in the Netherlands has grown in popularity over the past decade, but we’ve never been able to bring a ‘study in Holland’ fair to every single school - until this year! Join us as more than 20 Dutch higher education institutions collaborate to bring you the biggest, undergraduate only, free Study in Holland event this Fall: “Virtually Orange”. You can roam around the platform just like you would in a real, in-person fair. Visit booths from different universities, download information materials, watch videos, and, most importantly, chat with uni representatives! Register now to join us on November 8th! https://www.ubivent.com/register/11/Virtually_Orange
UK - University of Essex Virtual Open Day
Guests will be able to explore the University in detail; attending live talks and tasters, virtually meeting academics and staff, and taking a look inside our award-winning accommodation and teaching facilities. View the programme online or book now! Join us on 21 October 2020.
UCAS Virtual Exhibition
To help you discover your options, join one of our online subject-specific exhibitions. You can speak directly with unis, take part in live sessions, and chat to students! Book now via this link!
AU - The University of Sydney, Annual Meet Sydney Event
We invite you to join us at our annual Meet Sydney event. It is a 3-hour virtual Q&A session where you get their questions answered about studying at the University of Sydney in 2021 and beyond.
We are going LIVE on 13 October between 8:00-11:30pm (ADST) with our team of regional experts. Students can register for multiple sessions.
8:00 – 8:15pm (ADST) Introduction to University of Sydney
8:30 – 11:30pm (ADST) Q&A with Arts, Social Sciences, Music and Law, Q&A with Medicine, Health and Science Q&A with Business Q&A with Architecture, Engineering and IT
SZ - Glion Institute of Higher Education and Les Roches Global Hospitality Education
We are excited to unveil our new Glion website. Be inspired by ‘Our Stories’ from students, alumni & industry leaders. Find out about our Glion Summer Programme (ages 15-18) for 2021. www.glion.edu
Virtual Campus Tours:
Our new, immersive Virtual Reality experience lets you visit our campuses without leaving home! Select the time slot that suits you, create your avatar, then step through the doors of our campuses in Switzerland, Spain & London. You’ll find photos, videos, information and commentary on a host of campus features, including our academic centres, classrooms, accommodation buildings, restaurants and much more!
NL - Erasmus University Rotterdam
With health instructions on campus and live-streamed lectures and ceremonies, Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) perseveres with the new academic year in innovative ways! Both our education and guidance services have been adapted to the world with coronavirus and you may download our updated bachelors brochure and admissions matrix with guidelines for IB. Please also join the virtual events to know more.
"Study in Holland" fairs: Nov 18th and Dec 12th.
CIS fairs: Oct 19th and 20th.
"Virtually Orange" Dutch university festival: Nov 8th. Registration link to be published soon.
FPP fairs: Nov 18th, Dec 9th, Jan 19th, Feb 24th.
CHECK OUT our SUMMER programmes page and SCHOLARSHIPS page on the Vision!
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