Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!
This week we will continue to have some workshops and virtual information webinars for our students and parents. Topics included US applications, Study in Germany and Scotland, UK Medicine Talk, and the HKUST Virtual Information Day - the first HK uni information day this year. Don't miss the chances to join these events. And...finally we are half way through Term 1! Wish you and your family a happy Mid-Autumn Festival! :)
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.
[New] UBC In-Person Visit to STW Campus for Year 12 - 13 Students
A representative from the University of British Columbia (UBC) will come to the STW Campus on Tuesday 21 September 2021 (2.45pm - 3.30pm at Room A211). Students who wish to make a Canadian University application should try to attend this session.
Please sign up via this link if you will join. Please note this is a student-only event.
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] Surgical Taster Day 2021 by the Student Surgical Association of Hong Kong (SSAHK)
The Student Surgical Association of Hong Kong (SSAHK) is a society established in 2014, jointly run by medical students from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and University of Hong Kong. Since its establishment, the society has been funded by the College of Surgeons of Hong Kong (CSHK) and has registered with the International Association of Student Surgical Societies (IASSS).
The Surgical Taster Day 2021 is an annual two-day event designed for local S4-6 (or equivalent) secondary school students looking to pursue further studies in medicine. It has been a widely anticipated key event of SSAHK and we are looking to recruit a fresh batch of participants for our 7th year of hosting the event. The programme aims to provide participants with early exposure to the medical school life in Hong Kong and the field of surgery through interactions with medical students and surgeons. Highlights of the programme include the Suturing Workshop, Mock “Problem-based Learning (PBL)” tutorial, Histology and Clinical Skills workshop, Surgeon sharings and many more. A certificate of participation will be awarded upon completion of the whole event. Details of the event are as follows:
Day 1:
Date: 30/10/2021 (Saturday)
Time: 1000 - 1800
Venue: LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
Day 2:
Date: 31/10/2021 (Sunday)
Time: 1000 - 1800
Venue: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Fee: $380
Eligibility: Year 11 and above (or equivalent) in the 2021-2022 academic year
Application deadline: 1/10/2021 (Friday) 23:59
Please visit our social media pages (Facebook and Instagram) for application details. For any enquiries, feel free to contact us through our email ssahkexco@gmail.com.
What's new for HKUST (2022 Intake)
To start with, our online application system will open on 27 Sep, with early round deadline on 19 Nov 2021 and main round deadline on 14 Jan 2022. This year, we are offering a new application choice BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance, leveraging the heightening sustainability concerns and demands for talents in the finance sector.
The Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence will be made available for our business students when they start declaring their majors while an entirely new Extended Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts will also be launched.
Last but not least, we are proud to announce the establishment of HKUST Beyond Academic Admissions Scholarship (BAAS), a new scholarship to absorb our previous two non-academic scholarships and further expand the scope to recognize a much broader spectrum of talents and achievements. Awardees would enjoy a one-off scholarship of HKD 50,000 and favorable admissions offer(s).
EducationUSA 101: Intro to U.S. Higher Education - Public Seminar
We will be hosting our first public seminar of the year on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:00pm. This session will provide an overview of the U.S. university system, degree options, and information on the admissions process to help you make your choices. Topics include:
• Choosing the best college or university for you
• Acing the SAT and ACT
• TOEFL VS. IELTS
• Finding scholarships and other financial aid tips
Date: Wednesday, Oct 6
Time: 7 – 8:30pm
Venue: The Desk, 20/F, 77 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay
EducationUSA Cantonese Seminar Online
Our advisor did a seminar for Ming Pao Fair this summer, covering general topics of school selection, application and economic ways to study in the States.
HKUST Virtual Information Day 2021
Stepping into a new admissions cycle and the season of preparing students for university studies, we are excited to share with you about our HKUST Virtual Information Day 2021 to be held on Saturday, September 25, from 11:00 to 20:00. You and your students are cordially invited to join this fun-filled, festive virtual carnival with us. Everyone will get first-hand updates on admissions, new programs and new scholarship schemes for 2022 intake via International Admissions Talk from 19:00 to 20:00. Participants are also encouraged to join our Live-chat "Ask Me Anything" Session from 14:00 to 14:45 and an array of live talks, sharing, virtual lab demonstrations, tours, workshops and consultation booths at the event. Our faculty, admissions officers, students and alumni will all be ready to engage with you.
Register Now! First 200 early bird registrants will be notified by email to receive a special prize collection.
CUHK Online Information Session for B.Ed. programme in Physical Education, Exercise Science and Health
The Department of Sports Science and Physical Education (SSPE) of the Chinese University of Hong Kong will hold an Online Information Session for B.Ed. programme in Physical Education, Exercise Science and Health with details as below:
Date: 16/10/2021 (Sat)
Time: 9:00 – 10:00am
(Application Deadline: 8/10/2021)
The Zoom link will be sent to registered participants through email after the application deadline.
Hong Kong Student Film Festival 2021
The goal of the Hong Kong Student Film Festival is to provide a place for inspiration, learning, and connection through the art of filmmaking. If you are a Hong Kong student and you have films in any of the five following categories, consider submitting your film to the festival for a potential reward:
Short Films (500 HKD)
Medium Length Films (500 HKD)
Documentary Films (500 HKD)
Aesthetic Films (500 HKD)
Animated Films (500 HKD)
The best overall film will receive a 1,000 HKD prize. The submission deadline is Oct 1. October 16, 2021 2 - 5 P.M. Click here for more information or follow @hksff21 on Instagram.
Unifrog - Autumn University Fairs
We're running a brilliant university fair at the end of September. Throughout the fair, students will be able to chat to uni reps one-to-one via video, voice and live-chat, to get their questions answered, and experts from universities around the world will host 20 minute live sessions on topics like:
How to write a standout Common App Essay / Personal Statement
What's it like to study ___ at university?
How to use Unifrog to find the perfect course for you
Thursday 30 September: 17:00-20:00 (Hong Kong time) BOOK HERE
Remarks: All Year 11 - 13 students should already have an account on Unifrog. Parents who would like to sign up on the Unifrog, please use the code ISHKparents and sign up here. You can also find different webinars on Unifrog as well. Please register in you are interested.
What's on in other countries...
[New] US - UCLA Fall Open House
UCLA Undergraduate Admission is excited to announce that Fall Open House will take place from Saturday, September 25th to Thursday, September 30th. Please join current students, faculty, and staff to learn what makes UCLA the highest ranked public university in the nation (U.S. News & World Report). Through the event you will hear directly from the source about admission and requirements, financial aid, housing, academic programs, resources, and student life! Click here to register for the event.
[New] US - University of Southern California Virtual Information Session
The USC Undergraduate Admission Office is going to host 3 Discover USC Info Sessions online on Oct 9th 11PM, Oct 16th 2PM, and Oct 28th 7AM. Discover USC is the most comprehensive Info Session for prospective undergraduate first-year students. Our Admission Counselor will give you comprehensive perspectives of Why USC, academic programs offered at USC, how to apply, and answer all questions you have. It’s a good opportunity to meet our admission counselors virtually as well. Registration link here.
[New] US - Explore New Trends and Options
Please join us on a co-present session with two other institutions in the following topic.
Topic: Explore New Trends and Options
Date: September 23rd Thursday
Time: 9pm - 10 pm Hong Kong Time
Event summary:
Many new and important trends and changes in U.S. college admission and job market demands are evident since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some are confusing, and many are here to stay. Three top ranking colleges and universities will discuss test optional policies vs test blind, changes in majors and programs, growing interests in community colleges, top universities with affordable budgets, and how to prepare a strong application.
Presenting by:
University at Buffalo, State University of New York
Foothill+De Anza Colleges
California State University, East Bay
[New] NL - Virtually Orange: The Online Dutch University Fair
Interested in studying in the Netherlands? Curious what the country has to offer, what degrees are available and which programs you are eligible for? Join us for “Virtually Orange”!
This virtual fair is a unique opportunity to connect with more than 30 Dutch Research Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences. Watch the video about “Studying in the Netherlands” to become familiar with the system, types of degrees and cost. Then join us in the exhibition halls and watch university video clips, download university brochures, and, most importantly, chat with university representatives!
[New] NL - Tilburg University Virtual Open Day
Online - Saturday, November 6th, 3pm - 11pm HKT
Another successful event of last year was the Tilburg University Virtual Open Day. Therefore we are again organizing the virtual open day, so that students from around the globe can get to know the university and our study programs. You and your students can join both program sessions and thematic sessions, as well as chat with current students, staff and study advisors.
[New] NL - Radboud University Information Webinar
Start your degree in the Netherlands @RadboudUniversity! On 23 September at 1pm CET (7pm HKT), Radboud University is organising a webinar for prospective students worldwide. During this live online event, we will tell you everything you need to know about studying in the Netherlands, the city of Nijmegen and of course, our university. On top of this, our staff and students will answer all your questions during the live Q&A! Registration link here.
[New] UK - Medicine Talk - Becoming a Medical Student, being a Medical Student
Considering a career in medicine and interesting in studying in Scotland? Join representatives from St Andrews and five other Scottish universities on Tues 21 September (1pm UK Time) as we explore some of the medical schools in Scotland and the application process from a student's perspective. During the event you there will be an opportunity to ask questions in a Q&A session with a panel made up of representatives from Scotland's five medical schools.
To secure your place at this event, please register using the web form here. To view the form, please ensure you have cookies enabled.
[New] Medical Doorway - Study Medicine in London
Medical Doorway are delighted announce that applications are now open for the MBBS programme at Brunel University in London. The MBBS offered by Brunel is only open to international students, creating a new pathway for students who want a UK medical qualification. The number of medical school seats for international students in London is at a premium. The Brunel University programme offers a fantastic opportunity for aspiring doctors who want the added convince and experience of studying and living in one of the world's most connected capitals. Applications can be made directly and 100% free with Medical Doorway giving applicants a fifth option in addition to their four UCAS choices. For the 2022 admission, IB candidates should have, or be expected to achieve, a total score of at least 33 points with Higher Level 6 and Higher Level 5 in either Chemistry or Biology and a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics). Currently UCAT or BMAT is NOT required. In 2022 five scholarships of up to £30,000 will be available. This will reduce the current annual tuition fee of £41,200 to £35,200 per year for the five years of the MBBS. For more information check out the Brunel University section of our website or e-mail us at hello@medicaldoorway.com. Apply to the MBBS at Brunel University
UK - Study in Scotland Event
Considering studying in Scotland? Join representatives from St Andrews and 15 other Scottish universities as we explore the different types of institutions in Scotland and the experiences available to students. During the seminar, there will be an opportunity to:
Find out more about the different types of institutions in Scotland and the experiences available to students;
Explore Scotland's flexible degree structure;
Hear why student satisfaction ranks so highly in Scotland
Taking place virtually on Thursday 23 September between 12pm and 1pm, UK time (7pm-8pm HKT), to secure your place, register now.
US - The Northeast Public Schools: Preparing to Apply
Early this Fall, we will be hosting a Northeast Public Schools College Fair. During the event, students will have the opportunity to learn about each university listed below:
Binghamton University
University of Delaware
Stony Brook University
University of Maryland
University of Pittsburgh
University of Connecticut
Rutgers University
Penn State
They can listen as we answer questions about scholarships, test-optional, application requirements and more! Students may provide questions to be answered prior to the event and hear them answered live, plus have the opportunity to meet our university representatives after the panel in individual breakout rooms! Please register for this event. Friday, 24 September, 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM EDT / 8:00 PM to 9.30 PM HKT Thursday, 28 October 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM EDT / 8:00 PM to 9.30 PM HKT
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