Parents Coffee Morning
In December, the Higher Education Team will organize Year 11 & Year 13 Parents Coffee Morning with ISPTA. We understand that parents may have questions on options for Year 11 and applications or offers for Year 13. Please be reminded to sign up for the Parents Coffee Morning and ask your questions!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Year 11 & Year 13 Parents Coffee Morning
The Higher Education Team would like to invite parents to the Year 11 & Year 13 ISPTA & HE Parents Coffee Morning in December on Zoom. The Coffee Morning will focus on Higher Education issues.
Year 13 Parents Coffee Morning - Tuesday 1 December 8.30 - 9.30 am (Registration here)
Year 11 Parents Coffee Morning - Tuesday 8 December 8.30 - 9.30 am (Registration here)
What's on in Hong Kong...
[New] HKU - Department of Architecture
As you may know, the HKU Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions 2020 was virtual.
There are playbacks of introduction videos and virtual booths in this website. As we head into the heart of the university application period, if you are interested in a career in the architecture profession, please take a look at our Prospectus here and find more information.
[New] HKUST - Student Athletes Admission Scheme
We had successfully held our HKUST SAAS Online Info Session and met hundreds of prospective students. With our newly reformed SAAS, we expect more student athletes would be benefitted by our conditional offers, scholarship, and many more academic facilitations.
We would like to share some important Info Slides we used during the session. The Info Slides includes both HKUST SAAS details and admissions reminders & tips. Hope that it will further assist your application preparation.
HKBU - Call for Applications: Non-JUPAS Admissions for HKBU Undergraduate Science Programmes (2021 Entry)
The Faculty of Science is now calling for Year 1 Non-JUPAS applications for 2021 entry. The deadline of main round applications is 4 January 2021. We offer a wide range of undergraduate science programmes. Students for Year 1 entry may apply for the following programmes:
Bachelor of Science (Hons) (JS2510): Broad-based programme with a free choice of eight major programmes
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Business Computing and Data Analytics (JS2910): The programme co-offered by the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science and Department of Economics and Department of Finance and Decision Sciences, School of Business
Please find the Non-JUPAS poster here and the programme information in our website: http://www.sci.hkbu.edu.hk/eng/programme/prospective-students-1
HKU - Newly Launched Science Master Class
HKU's Faculty of Science is introducing a new double degree programme, the Science Master Class in academic year 2021-22, allowing students to complete 2 degrees in 4 years - a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and a Master of Research (MRes) from HKU, where research-aspired students can learn from Science Masters (renowned scientists in the Faculty) to achieve their scholastic potential in science. Students are also welcome to join the admission talk and visit the programme website for further information.
Dedicated Admission Talk (Nov 24 Tue at 5pm HKT): Zoom registration link here
Programme Website link here
HKUST - The IPO Pop Quiz
Interdisciplinary Programs Office (IPO) of HKUST is going to organize The IPO Pop Quiz for all Hong Kong high school students to know more about the three undergraduate programs offered by IPO: Dual Degree Program in Technology & Management (JS5901), BSc in Environmental Management & Technology (JS5812) and BSc in Individualized Interdisciplinary Major.
Weekly Quiz about IPO Programs will be posted on ipo.ust.hk/popquiz2020 for 3 consecutive Fridays starting from 20 November 2020. Participating students will have chance to win weekly and grand prizes. Details please refer to the attached poster and the event webpage: ipo.ust.hk/popquiz2020.
British Council Study UK University Virtual Open Day series
Virtual Open Days provide you with the chance to explore your favourite universities from wherever you are!
A series of Virtual Open Days will be taking place very soon, read on to find out more here.
Date and Event:
23-26 November University of East Anglia Virtual Postgraduate Open Days
23-27 November Goldsmiths Postgraduate Virtual Open Week
28 November Leeds Arts University Online Open Day
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
Lo Family Scholarship
If you are interested to apply to University of Toronto in Fall 2020 and start your undergraduate study in Year 2021, please join this info session, you can learn more about U of T admission and the Scholarship opportunity for Hong Kong students on December 5th, 2020 at 10pm (HK Time). Language of presentation will be in Cantonese with some English.
For more information on the U of T Hong Kong Scholarships, please visit here.
Contact us at the U of T Hong Kong Foundation by phone at 2375-8258 or by email at ask@utoronto.com.hk
What's on in other countries...
[New] CA - Government of Canada Virtual Education Fair: More than 100 Canadian educational institutions
The EduCanada Virtual Fair on Saturday, November 28th (10am = 2pm) will be hosted by the Embassies of Canada across Asia-Pacific. In this event, students and parents will be able to meet and chat with Canadian colleges and university representatives about the benefits of studying with a Canadian institution.
More than 100 Canadian Institutions will be online ready to chat live via text and audio/video with students and parents. They may find more information and register for the event at www.educanadavirtual.com/asia-pacific.
[New] NL - Utrecht University - How to apply for a Bachelor's programme webinar is coming!
On 1 December, we will organise a live webinar on ‘How to apply for a Bachelor’s programme.’ We will go over all the steps of the admissions process together with someone from our Admissions Office, so it is a great opportunity for your students to ask their questions at once! Our webinar will take place on 1 December at 16.00-17.00 (Dutch Time).
At this event, we will be available to answer any questions your students might have about admission and application procedures. Click here for registration.
[New] JP - Study in Japan Information Session for Hong Kong
Konnichiwa! There is more interest and intrigue than ever about studying in Japan. To combat Zoom fatigue and an overload of individual visits for schools, a group of 5 universities in Japan that offer English medium programs have gathered to offer an information session open to all students and parents in Hong Kong. The participating universities are of different types (national, private, and American) and offer a mix of majors including natural sciences, engineering, business, liberal arts, social sciences, etc. Please find the details below: Study in Japan Information Session for Hong Kong
Date/Time: Thursday 3rd December 18:00-19:00 pm (Hong Kong Time)
Participating Universities: Nagoya University, NUCB Undergraduate School, Ritsumeikan University, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Temple University Japan Campus
Content: Why study in Japan, Individual Short University Presentations (Overview of English medium programs, scholarships, application, etc.), Q&A
[New] CZ - Medical Doorway - Study Medicine or Dentistry (in English) in the Czech Republic
In 2021, six Czech Republic medical faculties will be opening their examinations up to students from across Asia. Five faculties will be returning to run in-person entrance exams and interviews in Hong Kong while a sixth is offering an online examination opportunity. If the situation with Covid-19 continues into May 2021, online examinations for all of these programmes will of course be available.
In total, candidates have the opportunity to take six separate entrance exams for medicine or four for dentistry without the need to travel to Europe on multiple occasions. This means applicants from across the Asia/Pacific region can maximise their chances of gaining admission to one or more globally recognised medical schools. If your aspiring doctors and dentists would like the opportunity to study at some of Europe's highest ranked medical faculties, applications are now open!
UK - Study in Scotland talk & student panel session
A group of Scottish universities are hosting a 'Study in Scotland' webinar and 'Alumni Panel Discussion' and you're invited! The webinar will give you an introduction to life and studies in Scotland, our 4 year course structure and an overview of each university. Our alumni panel discussion will let you engage with past and current students, hear their stories and their views on life and studies in Scotland. Please see the details of both sessions and attending institutions below.
26th November 11.00 - 12.30 Study in Scotland Register now!
1st December 11.00 - 12.30 Student Panel Register now!
University of Aberdeen | Abertay University | University of Dundee | University of Edinburgh | Glasgow Caledonian University | University of Glasgow | Glasgow School of Art | Heriot-Watt University | Edinburgh Napier University | Queen Margaret University | Robert Gordon University | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland | University of St Andrews | University of Stirling | University of Strathclyde
UK - University of Warwick: Pre-University Summer School 2021
If you are an enthusiastic and motivated 16-18 year old student wishing to have an unforgettable and inspirational summer experience, our Warwick Pre-University Summer School is for you. 94% of 2018 and 2019 students would recommend the Pre-University Summer School.
Experience a taste of Warwick with like-minded peers at one of the UK’s highest ranked universities
Nine nights on Warwick’s beautiful self-contained campus
One night and two days in London, including lots of time to enjoy the capital city and a visit to a top London University
Choice of two courses taught by top Warwick faculty - Economics and Finance OR A Taste of Social Sciences
Warwick student ambassadors fully participating in the programme
Visit to the famous University City of Oxford
Great mix of academic and personal development sessions as well as social and cultural activities; fun as well as educational
A fully catered programme with no hidden costs.
AT - STUDY IN AUSTRIA: Watch and Share our Recorded Webinar | Learn more about the offer of 9 Austrian Schools, Universities
Learn more about the offer of 9 Austrian Schools and Universities, watch short videos, download brochures by clicking this link.
Austrian schools and universities offers an increasingly broad range of educational opportunities for international students. More and more courses are taught in English. In the webinar “Study in Austria” recorded on Oct. 20, 2020 nine leading Austrian universities, schools and education agents presented their programmes to study in Austria.
Overview: To see all 9 Austrian schools and universities from the webinar go to this link or watch a video introducing all at the webinar.
CHECK OUT our SUMMER programmes page and SCHOLARSHIPS page on the Vision!