Deadlines for University Applications
November is the month for different deadlines of early round applications. You are reminded to check all the deadlines carefully and complete your applications before the deadlines. For those who are applying to the universities in Hong Kong (early/first round), you may click this link for the deadlines and also the university website links in this document. Don't miss the deadlines!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Upcoming Events This Week
For the upcoming events of this week, please be reminded to check the HE Calendar for the information and registration details. You may also check the photo on the right for the list.
Resources from Island School
The below are the useful resources from Island School. Please bookmark the links and check the updates from the websites. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook!
Island School Websites:
HE Connection:
Vision Newsletter
Unifrog (Parent sign up code: ISHKParents)
HE Counsellor List (2021-2022):
Mr Roger Wilkinson: 11E, 11N, 12E, IBCP (roger.wilkinson@online.island.edu.hk)
Mr Orteg Dakaj: 11D, 11W, 12D, 12N, 13F, 13R, 13W (orteg.dakaj@online.island.edu.hk)
Mr Chris Whitehead: 11F, 11R, 12F, 12R, 12W, 13D, 13E, 13N (chris.whitehead@online.island.edu.hk)
What's on in Hong Kong...
[New] CUHK Virtual Information Day for Undergraduate Admission 2021
Our Virtual Information Platform is still here for you until 15 Jan 2022. We understand that you may have missed some events and admissions information on the live day. Some video playbacks have been uploaded at the discretion of faculties / programmes. You are invited to browse over 110 virtual booths and check out the latest admissions information!
Sign up here.
[New] HKU Virtual Platform for UG Admissions - Open until 30 November
Although we have concluded our live Info Day, the virtual booths will remain open until 30 November 2021 (Tue). Resources such as our campus life videos, programme prospectus, and curriculum explainers will remain accessible throughout, while our live webinars will be uploaded to various HKU online platforms in November. If you haven’t visited our virtual platform, you may register here or this link for the HKU Medicine page!
[New] HKU LKS Faculty of Medicine - Upcoming F2F Activities
Thank you to all who joined our HKU Virtual Information Day 2021! The HKU experience doesn't end there, as respective HKU Faculties will offer "Be My Guests" on-campus activities for students in November, including campus tours, mini lectures, taster workshops, lab demonstrations and more! Click here for more information and registration links.
[New] University of Toronto Hong Kong Foundation - Scholarship Opportunities for Hong Kong Students
The Hong Kong Scholarships are intended to help families with financial need to partially meet the cost of a University of Toronto education. A single application to the University of Toronto Hong Kong Scholarships makes applicants eligible for the following scholarships:
University of Toronto (Hong Kong) Foundation Scholarship
William Doo Scholarship
Fung Yiu King Memorial Scholarship
Lucina Laam Ho Scholarship
Lo Family Scholarship
Eligibility:
Undergraduate students in any college or faculty
Hong Kong students who have completed or are in the process of completing the HKDSE, IB (or equivalent). Applicants must have the prerequisite courses needed for their chosen program at the University of Toronto; have an English proficiency test; intending to begin university studies in the following academic year
Permanent resident of Hong Kong who will return after graduation (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit); not have citizenship, landed immigrant status, permanent residency or any other claim to residence in Canada
Demonstrate family financial need
Have strong personal initiative and community leadership; have a genuine interest in living abroad and wants to enjoy a new cultural experience
Be committed to developing a career and community service in Hong Kong.
Deadline to Apply: 13-Jan-22
Value/Amount: The University of Toronto Hong Kong Scholarships range from CAD 16,500 to 33,000 per year, renewable for 4 years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto.
How to Apply: Refer to the Hong Kong Scholarships Application Package(external link)(external link) for full instructions. Register for the Scholarship Information session:
In-Person Session - November 13th, 2021 at 10am (HK Time)
Second Webinar Session - December 2th, 2021 at 7pm (HK Time)
[New] Recording of EducationUSA 101 Online Seminar
EducationUSA is Education Branch of the U.S. Consulate. They provide comprehensive, official and unbiased information on Higher Education in the States. Earlier in October, they have hosted a virtual seminar on:
• Choosing the best college or university for you
• Acing the SAT and ACT
• TOEFL VS. IELTS
• Finding scholarships and other financial aid
• Visa procedures
Just in case you missed the talk, here's the recording of the English presentation.
“Study in Japan” Information Session for Hong Kong
Join representatives from 5 universities in Japan as they introduce their institutions and English medium programs, scholarships, student life, application process, and more! This presentation is exclusively for students, families, and counsellors in Hong Kong.
Participating Universities:
Nagoya University
NUCB Undergraduate School
Ritsumeikan University
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)
Temple University, Japan Campus
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3APcSi1
British Council Study UK Online University Roadshow Webinar
The British Council Study UK Online University Roadshow Webinar has been held during Monday 13 September to Friday 17 September 2021. This is a very useful and popular online event for students and parents to learn more about studying in the UK. You may see the attached document for more details and session information.
Day 1 - Webinar Recording
Day 2 - Webinar Recording
Day 3 - Webinar Recording
Day 4 - Webinar Recording
Day 5 - Webinar Recording
What's on in other countries...
[New] JP - Waseda University English-based degree program
Waseda University is a comprehensive research university based in central Tokyo, with 13 undergraduate and 20 graduate schools. With over 48,000 students enrolled and more than 640,000 alumni worldwide, Waseda University is one of the largest universities in Japan.
It also boasts the largest number of international students among all universities in Japan, with over 8,000 students from 120 countries and regions. We offer full-fledged, English-based programs that allow students to receive a Bachelor’s Degree entirely in English.
As enrollment into the English-based degree program is possible regardless of Japanese language ability, this allows its doors to be opened to a wider range of students, including those who have an interest in Japan or in studying there but are concerned about their lack of mastery over the Japanese language.
Introduction video (Youtube): Why Waseda?
Digital Brochures: English-based Undergraduate Programs 2022
Application info: Application Summary for 2022 September intake
For more detailed information, please visit Waseda University International Admissions Office website. We are planning to hold the Waseda Online Information Session on December 4th (Sat). Once everything is fixed, detailed information will be announced on our website.
[New] CH - Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne - EHL Junior Academy Online Course
EHL Digital Junior Academy is designed for young people who are curious about future business and career opportunities. Hospitality in a Digital World is a 2-day online course (11 and 12 December 2021) for 14-18 year old students, to develop new skills and make connections in the hospitality field. Over the course of a weekend, participants will be entertained through live sessions, interactive courses and team challenges with a special focus towards the upcoming holiday season. To share their learning, participants will have the possibility to invite their parents or siblings to assist them during the live cooking workshop to spend time in family.
IE - IUMC Ireland - Medicine and Dentistry Application Update
The Irish Universities and Medical Schools Consortium (IUMC) would like to share some updates as well as sharing our 2022 application documents.
Updated IUMC brochure and application documents. (1) Application Process (2) Application Form (3) Application Timeline (4) Brochure
The IUMC application deadline is January 15th 2022.
Ireland and Irish universities are open for international students. We were delighted to welcome students on campus for in person classes in September.
All international students this year were picked up from the airport by university representatives and brought to their accommodation. This was a very welcome initiative by the universities and the feedback from students and parents was very positive.
The COVID-19 situation in Ireland is under control for now and there is a pathway for all remaining restrictions to be lifted at the end of October.
NL - Radboud University Bachelor's Open Day
We would like to invite you to Radboud University's Bachelor’s Open Day on 5 and 6 November. We believe that the best way to experience what it is like to be a student in the Netherlands, is by visiting the city where you would be living for the upcoming years.
If you are eager to explore the beautiful city of Nijmegen and the greenest campus of the Netherlands, we invite you to join us for the Open Day. You will learn more about our English-taught Bachelor’s programmes and meet our staff members or current students who can answer all your questions.
UK - Applications open for the Warwick Pre-University Summer School 2022 (Tuesday 5 July – Friday 15 July)
The University of Warwick is a top Russell Group University widely recognised as a world leader in research and education. We are delighted to offer this opportunity for students to study at the University of Warwick for an exciting ten-night, fully-inclusive residential Summer School. Students will be able to experience:
Engaging with like-minded peers from around the world
A taste of undergraduate teaching from top Warwick faculty
Outstanding guest speakers
Personal effectiveness training, including leadership and communication skills
Preparing for University in the UK
Living on the beautiful and self-contained Warwick campus for nine nights
Spending two days and one night in the amazing capital city of London
Visiting the University town of Oxford
All students will receive a certificate of attendance from the University of Warwick.
Choose between: Introduction to Economics and Finance OR A Taste of Social Sciences
Unforgettable and inspirational summer experience for enthusiastic and motivated 15-17 year-old students at the world-leading University of Warwick, UK.
Social Programme The programme includes a number of evening socials on campus including: a welcome event, a curry and quiz night and a bowling evening. During your time at Warwick, you will also visit the historic and beautiful town of Oxford.
In London, there will be a full sight-seeing programme including the Houses of Parliament, London Eye, Thames River Cruise, West End Show and University visit.
Accommodation Whilst at Warwick, all students will be accommodated on campus in single-sex flats on a fully-catered basis in our halls of residence, Sherbourne Halls, for eight nights. In London, students will also stay in single-sex en-suite accommodation.
Admissions Entry criteria Students applying for this programme must be aged 15-17. There are no subject-specific criteria but you should be a passionate and enthusiastic learner. There are many great discounts including an early bird discount and group discount.
English Language Requirements All teaching is conducted in English so students must be able to demonstrate a good level of English language and comprehension. We assess students' English ability through their application and correspondence.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity - find out more and apply online
US - UCLA's Annual Fall Open House Session Recordings
We recorded the majority of our sessions and have them posted on our Fall Open House website until the end of the UC application submission cycle. These recordings are available to the public and can be a great resource for you to gain insight about the admission process, learn more about the incredible academic opportunities available to them, hear from student panels and experience Bruin pride firsthand.
Fall Open House Website link here - Available until November 30th
JP - Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Virtual Mini University Program
The program will consist of lectures on eight different topics by professors from both the College of Asia Pacific Studies and the College of International Management. In these lectures, you can obtain knowledge and learn more about issues that have social, cultural, political and economic implications. You will also be able to experience APU’s interactive style of education by having lively discussions with other curious and inquisitive students from all parts of the world.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world around you and to improve your intercultural communications skills, as you learn how to collaborate and cooperate with people from various countries and regions. Please join us and take your first step in your journey to shape the world.
Dates: December 4, 5, 11, and 12, 2021
Time: The times are in Japan Standard Time
9:00–10:30, 11:00–12:30, 18:00–19:30, and 20:00–21:30
Lectures: You may register for as many as 8 sessions during the above period, but participation may be limited based on availability. All the lectures will be conducted in English.
Program Fee: Free of charge
Location: Zoom (further details will be sent to successful applicants)
US - Common App Writing Requirements Resources by College
The 2021-2022 version of the writing requirements resource is now available, and will help students get a full picture of what writing requirements to expect from each college on a student’s list.
Also, Common App recently launched refreshed tutorial videos that walk you through the first-year applications. Featuring the voices of Common App staff and members of the counseling community, each video covers suggested best practices for college exploration, account rollover, recommendations for approaching the activities and writing sections, and much more. Our videos can be found in the first-year application guides on our website.
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