CUHK Programme Taster Fair
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) will be organising a virtual CUHK Programme Taster Fair on 26 March 2022 (Saturday) (10am - 2pm) for senior high school students to explore academic and career interests as they plan for university studies. A great variety of mini-lectures, taster classes, admission talks and student sharing sessions will be hosted by eight Faculties. The event welcomes local students from both non-JUPAS and JUPAS tracks, and will be conducted in English and/or Chinese. Click here for more event details!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Year 13 Parent Information Session
The final Year 13 Zoom Parent Information Evening will be held on Wednesday, March 30th at 6 pm. The Senior Phase team will share information about:
Any update on the situation for exams including arrangements for the exams
Study leave and how to support students to manage this well
Managing stress during the exams
Celebrations planned for Year 13
The Bridge Programme
HE guidance about accepting university offers
Post-results support in July
Please click here to register.
Upcoming Events
Please be reminded to check the HE Calendar for the information and registration details of the upcoming HE events.
Resources from Island School
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:
Higher Education (Click here for the sign up instructions.)
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] Invitation to Kids4Kids Empowered Futures Exchange
Have you ever dreamt about what your future career will be? Are you stuck on what subjects to study and are wondering what skills are important to pursue your dream career? Do you wish to learn more about how to build your resume or how to ace an interview? If yes, then you are in the right place!
The Empowered Futures Exchange is a half-day forum composed of career-focused workshops to empower teenagers to take ownership of their futures. The event will be a full day of insightful sharing by industry professionals from a range of sectors on what it takes to get there. The event will be held through Zoom on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
You can learn more about the event here and the breakdown of the day here. Spots are limited, so if you’re interested, sign up now using the following form: https://forms.gle/szrfEkQZQsZNc92z7 and we look forward to seeing all of you there!
[Invitation from Grace Zheng 13F, President of the Kids4Kids Advocates Leadership Team]
[New] 2022 Hong Kong Aspiring Medics Conference
The 2022 Hong Kong Aspiring Medics Conference is a student-run free event aiming to inspire the future generation of healthcare workers and scientists. The conference is scheduled for the 27th of March and will be held virtually on Zoom. We have invited and confirmed a few world-renowned speakers including:
Sir Michael Dixon (Medical Adviser to the UK Royal Family and HRH Prince of Wales as well as Chair of the College of Medicine UK)
Isabelle Wachsmuth (Lead for Arts in Health, World Health Organisation)
Gareth Presch (Founder and CEO of World Health Service and World Health Innovation Summit and member of the Vatican COVID-19 Commission)
We have also invited other reputable speakers who will elaborate on medical research and entrepreneurship. There will also be junior doctors from Hong Kong sharing their career and daily duties, as well as medical students from HKU, CUHK and the UK who will share insights regarding their school life. We believe these talks will enrich students’ understanding on the diversity of a career in medicine and showcase motivational stories and advice from those who have succeeded in the world of medicine.
Furthermore, we are also introducing an art competition with the theme of ‘The Power of Art in Healthcare’, focusing on sustainable and planetary health. The winners will have their piece showcased at the Palais des Nations in Geneva as part of a wider World Health Organization exhibition.
Please find attached the poster for the event. There is no cost associated and the event is also open to parents, who are welcome to attend.
What's on in other countries...
[New] Meet Hopkins, Cambridge, and UToronto! Virtual Event Series - Highly Selective Admissions
Join admissions representatives from Johns Hopkins University, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Toronto for a series of virtual admissions events. We'll be hosting Zoom events on various topics that will shed light on the highly selective admissions process in Canada, the U.K., and the U.S.
We encourage you to register for as many events as your schedule allows. You can see the full schedule on our webpage under the "Webcasts for Students" section. Please note that all event times are in North American and Caribbean Eastern Daylight Time (UTC-4:00).
Highly Selective Admissions in Canada, the U.K., and U.S.
Tuesday, March 29 at 7am EDT (7pm HKT) and 12pm EDT (12am HKT)
Student Panel with Undergraduates from the University of Cambridge, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Toronto
Thursday, March 31 at 7am EDT (7pm HKT) and 12pm EDT (12am HKT)
[New] AU - University of Sydney Virtual Information Session
In this virtual information session, students will have the opportunity to connect with our experts for Q&A and learn about our courses, application processes, entry requirements and student services. Students can freely explore six different booths featuring staff with expertise across different areas of interest and watch campus and faculty videos.
Date: Saturday 9th April 2022
Time: 1pm - 3.30pm HKT
Registration link: Click here
[New] UK - University of Cambridge - Virtual Subject Masterclasses
Join us for an in-depth look at our courses with a new series of 20 virtual Subject Masterclasses. Both UK and International students are welcome to attend. Subject Masterclasses are subject-specific events that offer high-achieving students in Year 12 (S5 for Scotland, Year 13 for NI, or equivalent) the chance to experience typical undergraduate teaching at the University of Cambridge, and to get a flavour of what it's like to be a student here. The events are designed for students looking to apply in October 2022, including mature students.
The Masterclasses cover a range of subjects and provide students with an opportunity to explore topics of interest beyond what's covered within the school curriculum.
Each virtual Masterclass includes:
two live taster sessions delivered by leading academic staff from the University
the opportunity to ask questions
an introduction to the Cambridge admissions process
the chance to hear about life as a Cambridge student from current undergraduates
When are they?
The virtual Subject Masterclasses are taking place throughout March and April 2022 (see tables below for dates and booking links). Please note that bookings close two days prior to each Masterclass to allow sufficient time for attendees to complete preparatory work, so do ensure you book in advance if you wish to attend. All Subject Masterclasses will be recorded and will be available to view for students who have registered in advance. Registered students will be able to access the recorded event until 17 May 2022.
[New] UK - Oxford and Cambridge Virtual Student Conference (Live Sessions)
The Oxford and Cambridge Student Conferences are joint, regional events for Year 12 students (or equivalent) who are studying for their A Levels/IB (or equivalent) and beginning to consider their options for study beyond sixth form.
We want students to have the opportunity to gain a deeper insight into what living and studying at Oxford and Cambridge is like, an understanding of how both universities assess applications and the opportunity to ask any questions they may have.
The conferences offer:
Live webinars covering a range of topics including making a competitive application
Live subject webinars with current students
New for this year – live and recorded sessions for international students
Videos covering a wide range of subjects, created especially for the Conference
Opportunity to chat with academics during live, typed Q&A sessions
Information for teachers and advisers
Programme
Live sessions for different subject areas will take place over three days. In addition, there will be a range of video content available to view throughout the conference.
22 March – Science and Technology
23 March – Arts and Humanities
24 March – Social Sciences
[New] UK - Discover Undergraduate Study in North East of England - Student Experience Webinar
Team ‘Discover Study in the North East’ will host a virtual session on dynamic student life in the UK. In this webinar, you can hear directly from East Asian students currently studying at UK universities - and ask them your questions about student life. The session is on Wednesday 6 April 2022, from 7pm-8pm (Hong Kong time).
Our student panel from Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan will talk about their personal experiences in the UK. They will share top tips and useful information on topics such as:
Preparation - how do you choose a UK university and what information is available?
How does university differ from school - and what does a typical day look like?
Moving to the UK - how can you settle into UK life and how do you make new friends?
Accommodation - how do you find somewhere to live and what is student accommodation like?
Employability - what internships are available during your course and what other job opportunities can you find?
Top tips - what do you really need to know before you start at a UK university?
Our student panel will be drawn from the following top universities in the North East of England:
Durham University
Newcastle University
Northumbria University
Teesside University
University of Sunderland
University of York
[New] UK - Medical Doorway - Study Pharmacy in the UK: Swansea University
We are continuing our 2022 webinar series with our colleagues from the School of Pharmacy at Swansea University in Wales. The beach-side campus provides the ideal environment for international students looking for a highly ranked university and a safe location to study and live.
In this webinar we will be joined by members of academic faculty and international students working towards their career in Pharmacy. The school is located in the heart of the amazing campus and next to the largest hospital in the city. This provides a seamless transition between the academic and clinical environments.
Thursday 24th March 2022 @ 12pm GMT (8pm HKT)
[New] UK - The University of Law Easter Legal Experience Day
We are thrilled to be launching the Easter Legal Experience Day on 9 April 2022 (Saturday) for our prospective students to get to know more about The University of Law and the programmes we offer. Students will be able to learn more about a career in law, routes to practice as lawyers in Hong Kong, England and Wales and the United States, and how The University of Law could support students in pursuing a successful career in law. The event will be hosted in English from 14:00 to 16:30 (Hong Kong time).
Click here for the registration.
[New] UK - University of Bath International Summer School
The International Summer School is a free, online programme focusing on five course areas offered at the University, consisting of a programme of academic activities, general sessions on applying to and studying in the UK and having contact with current students at the University. You will also be able to engage with your peers looking to studying a similar course to you.
Successful completion of the programme will give access to a guaranteed conditional offer subject to conditions (see details below). This year's summer school will take place from Monday 1 to Friday 5 August 2022. Click here for more information.
[New] US - University of Rochester - Online Courses for High School Students
The University of Rochester welcomes motivated high school students to our Online Pre-College Program. Courses cover a range of compelling subjects, including biomedical engineering, medicine, video game design, and more.
Rochester is a leading research university, with a tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value for our changing world.
Designed for students ages 13 and up, the program offers some unique benefits:
Dynamic online learning: Lessons are delivered through engaging videos and interactive activities
Renowned faculty: Programs are designed by Rochester faculty and feature industry experts
Flexible learning: Students can study anywhere, anytime, at their own pace
Mentorship: Access to mentors who guide their learning experience and help them brainstorm assignments
Certificate of Completion: Students earn this recognition from the University of Rochester when they successfully complete a program
[New] NL - Tilburg University - Live Webinar for Bachelor's programs
The Get to know Tilburg University Webinar is your one-hour introduction to studying in the Netherlands, the city of Tilburg, Tilburg University and our offer of international Bachelor’s programs. Sign up for the live webinar on April 19. There will be a session at 10am and at 4pm CET (5pm and 11pm HKT), to ensure you can join from any timezone.
What to expect
Learn why studying in the Netherlands is a great choice
Discover what it is like to be an international student at Tilburg University
Get an overview of our Bachelor's programs
A live Q&A where you can ask current students about living in the city of Tilburg, student life, their experiences at Tilburg University, or other study-related questions
You should join if
You are interested in doing a Bachelor's program at Tilburg University and you are looking for more information
You want to know why Tilburg and the Netherlands are a good study destination for international students
You want to know more about the city of Tilburg
You are looking for practical information about topics such as the admission process at Tilburg University, tuition fees, living costs
You are interested in hearing student experiences first-hand from our current students
US - EducationUSA Academy - A World of Opportunities
The EducationUSA Academy is a pre-college academic enrichment program for international high school students offering specialized college preparatory content, college-level writing workshops, campus visits, and cultural activities. Students gain an insider’s perspective on higher education in the United States while getting the chance to experience and enjoy campus life.
EducationUSA Academy programming will be offered virtually in 2022. Additional details on virtual programs are available here.
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