Happy Lunar New Year!
Wishing you and your family a Happy Lunar New Year, peace and safety, a happy family and good luck continually! Since the epidemic situation is still severe, schools has extended the existing arrangements on suspension of face-to-face classes after the CNY break. Please stay safe at home and we look forward to seeing you on campus soon!
Besides, there will be two Senior Phase information evenings for Year 12 parents this month via Zoom. The Year 12 Zoom Parent Information Evening will be held on Wednesday, 9 February at 6pm and the Year 12 Higher Education Information Evening will be held on Tuesday, 22 February at 5pm. Save the date and see you on Zoom!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Year 12 Parents Information Evening
The Year 12 Zoom Parent Information Evening will be held on Wednesday, 9 February at 6pm. The Senior Phase Team will provide an update on what is happening in Year 12 this term including the Relationships and Sex Education Curriculum and information about how to support your child’s well-being.
[New] Year 12 Higher Education Information Evening for Parents
The Higher Education Zoom Information Evening for all Year 12 parents will be held on Tuesday, 22 February at 5pm. The HE team will share important information about the Year 12 HE Programme that supports students’ university applications.
ESF Career Webinars (Medicine/Business/Sociology)
The second and third ESF Career Webinars will happen on 15 and 22 Feb. Here are the details:
15 Feb 5:00-5:30 pm Alex Beattie "Switching career and Post-Covid HR trends" 22 Feb 5:00-5:30 pm Kieron Barclay "Introduction to Sociology and Career Paths into Academia"
Registration link HERE.
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
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:
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] The Chinese University of Hong Kong - Public Lecture Series 2022
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is presenting a Public Lecture Series this year. The Series aims at helping secondary 3 to 6 students to explore undergraduate programmes at CUHK that best match their talents and interests.
There are 5 lectures in the Series: four lectures on topical issues central to new undergraduate programmes that are launched in 2022 [namely, Earth and Environmental Sciences (JS4648), Learning Design and Technology (JS4386), Computational Data Science (JS4416), and Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship and Healthcare Management (JS4725)]. The fifth lecture showcases the 5 engineering programmes unbundled from the Engineering (broad-based) programme in 2022, including Mechanical and Automation Engineering (JS4408), Computer Science and Engineering (JS4412), Information Engineering (JS4446), Systems Engineering and Engineering Management (JS4458), and Mathematics and Information Engineering (JS4733).
For details and registration, please visit: https://www.cuhk.edu.hk/adm/public_lecture/
Date: 28 Jan 2022 - 11 Mar 2022
Time: 5:00p.m.-6:30p.m.
Venue: Lecture 1-3 : online (via Zoom)
Lecture 4-5: LT1, G/F, Esther Lee Building, CUHK
[New] British Council Study UK University Webinar Series - A Look Inside UK Higher Education
Study UK University Webinar Series – A look inside UK higher education is an eye-opening event featuring over 50 speakers from 19 renowned UK institutions sharing inspiring stories and interactive talks for 10 days!
This webinar series is completely FREE and open to parents and students from Brunei, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Seize this unique opportunity dedicated to East Asian students and learn insider information from Faculty guest speakers and current students. Register today!
[New] British Council Study UK University Webinar Series - Unlock Your Full Potential – Studying Life Science, Sport and Veterinary Medicine in the UK
In this session, academic speakers from the University of Leeds, the University of Portsmouth and the University of Edinburgh will introduce the UK's life science, sport and veterinary medicine courses and provide an insight into some of the do's and don'ts of getting a job. Moreover, a panel of current and former students will also share insider information on studying these courses in the UK.
After the presentations, participating universities will provide further information about their institutions, course offerings, scholarships opportunities, and other topics in individual Zoom breakout rooms. So, if you are planning to apply to one of these institutions, don't forget to get your questions ready!
Date: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
Time: 6.30pm - 8.15pm
Unifrog - Exploring Pathways Webinar
This webinar, being run at different times for students across our different timezones, will help students figure out what they want to do after school.
A Unifrog expert will take them through all the different tools in the 'Exploring pathways' section on Unifrog to help them make informed decisions about which pathway is right for them.
When: Tuesday 8 February @ 5pm HKT
What's on in other countries...
[New] UK - Swansea University Current News Webinar Series
If you are unsure of what you’d like to study or just interested in some of the amazing work that goes on at Swansea University, then sign up for our Current News Webinar Series!
The live sessions are open to everyone and are a great way to experience what lectures will be like, explore your areas of interest and interact with our academics.
Sign up for the live sessions here. Can't make it? You can also watch the recordings after the event.
[New] UK - Queen Mary University of London - International Women in Business Scholarships
We are offering £4,000 scholarships to talented international students who accept an offer for one of the following programmes in our School of Business and Management:
Click here for more information.
[New] UK - Royal Holloway, University of London and the UK Supreme Court- Free Online Course
Royal Holloway and the UK’s Supreme Court, the highest court in the country, have partnered to launch a free two-week online course via FutureLearn which is open to all ages. This is an excellent additional resource or opportunity for further learning for students who are studying or interested in law, international relations, government and politics. During the course, learners will have the opportunity to:
Explore the role, inner workings, and history of the Supreme Court
Compare the UK Supreme Court with the United States Supreme Court
Debate and evaluate recent cases heard by the Supreme Court
Identify the court’s role in relation to the Commonwealth and Europe
Investigate the various roles that make up the Supreme Court
The course is interactive, including articles, case studies, video interviews, quizzes and mini lectures. It includes interviews from former Supreme Court Justices including Lady Hale and former President Lord Phillips, as well as Current Justices including Lady Arden and Lord Sales. To find out more, and sign up to the course, please click here.
[New] US - NACAC Virtual College Fair
Attend NACAC College Fairs and connect with hundreds of colleges and universities in one place!
Name: Multi-Session Virtual College Fair - Session 1 of 2
Date: Tuesday, 15 February 2022
Time: 09:00 - 12:00 (EST) / 10:00pm - 01:00am (HKT)
Click Here to Register for this College Fair
Name: Multi-Session Virtual College Fair - Session 2 of 2
Date & Time: Tuesday, 15 February 2022 18:00 - 20:00 (EST) /
Wednesday, 16 February 2022 07:00 - 09:00 am (HKT)
Click Here to Register for this College Fair
[New] US - 2022-2023 Common App Essay Prompts
These days, a little consistency is a great thing! The Common App are pleased to announce that the essay prompts for the 2022-2023 application season will remain the same.
We know that the current application year hasn’t quite wrapped up, but of course, we don’t expect juniors to start writing essays now. But if the inspiration strikes students who want to begin brainstorming topics, they can rest assured that the prompts will not change next year.
[New] US - Cornell University Precollege Summer Program
The Cornell University Precollege Studies Program offers courses online and on campus.
As one of the nation's longest running and most highly regarded precollege academic programs, it gives motivated students the chance to
Get a head start on college by earning 3 to 8 credits and a Cornell transcript
Immerse themselves in rigorous university courses taught by top Cornell faculty
Prep for college applications with one-on-one admissions counseling
Connect with a diverse group of high school students from around the world
Students choose from regular undergraduate Cornell courses in Arts and Architecture, Business and Hospitality, Engineering, Health and Humanities, International Relations, Science and Technology, Social Change, Veterinary Medicine, and more. They can also combine on-campus and/or online courses to create their own six- or nine-week program.
Courses are offered between May 31 and August 2, 2022. Limited financial aid is available for on-campus courses.
Applications open in late January.
[New] US - Manhattan College - Majors to Careers
Each session will highlight a specific field of interest and explain how Manhattan College students find internships, network with professionals, and choose careers based on areas of academic interest.
On Saturday, February 12, we will host a Pre-Professional Health Careers panel and presentation which covers everything from Pre-Med and Pre-Dental to Exercise Science and Public Health.
On Saturday, February 26, all prospective students are welcome to join us for the Career Services and Mentor Program presentation. This event will highlight how students make invaluable connections and stand out among the competition in one of the world's greatest cities, New York City!
Lastly, on Saturday, March 26, our Marketing department from the O'Malley School of Business and the Communication department in the School of Liberal Arts will combine forces to host a Media, Marketing, Advertising, and PR presentation. Join us in the media and marketing capital of the world for this exciting event.
[New] NL - Radboud University - Webinar about Student Life in the Netherlands
Do you wonder what it is like to study abroad? Would you like to speak to international students who are currently studying in the Netherlands? Now you can! We would like to invite you to our upcoming webinar about 'Radboud Student Life' for non-EEA students on 16 February 2022 at 13:00 (CET)/20:00 (HKT).
This webinar is specifically for prospective international students by internationals. They will tell you about their experiences and there is also plenty of time to ask questions afterwards. Register now to not miss out on this unique opportunity.
[New] CH - EHL Hospitality Business School Switzerland
Would you like to take every opportunity to grow? Be proactive and develop competencies that you can take everywhere with you. Immersion days give you the opportunity to step in the world of business and hospitality online.
Understand what it takes to be an entrepreneur, a general manager, an online marketer, or simply develop insights, skills and your mindset on different subjects related to business, hospitality, and personal development and communication. Learn while having fun on an EHL Immersion Days! Team activities, projects and the chance to win prizes with your group.
Click here for more information.
US - Boston University's Summer Term Pre-College Programs
Next summer, we are offering five pre-college programs, each of which provides rigorous and collaborative college life experiences that will enable students to gain a strong sense of their personal and academic potential. Here is a brief overview of each:
High School Honors is a six-week residential, commuter, or online program in which students take Boston University undergraduate courses and earn up to 8 transferable college credits. Students must be entering their junior or senior year of high school in fall 2022.
RISE Internship/Practicum is a six-week, non-credit residential or commuter program in which students conduct scientific research in a university lab under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students must be entering their senior year of high school in fall 2022.
Academic Immersion (AIM) is a three-week, non-credit residential program for students to focus intensively on a single academic topic while experiencing life on a college campus. This summer we are offering three AIM tracks: Introduction to Experimental Psychology; Introduction to Medicine; and Creative Writing. Each track combines classroom work in the subject area with experiential learning activities. Students must be entering their junior or senior year of high school in fall 2022.
Summer Challenge is a two-week residential or online program in which students take two non-credit seminars of their choice and experience college life. Students must be entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school in fall 2022.
Summer Preview is a one-week, non-credit residential or commuter program in which students explore one subject of interest while previewing the college experience. Students must be entering eighth grade or their freshman or sophomore year of high school in fall 2022.
Check this website for more information.
US - University of Rochester Summer 2022 Pre-College Online Courses
Summer is a perfect time for motivated high school students to start thinking about college.
The University of Rochester offers pre-college online courses to help students ages 13 and older explore their interests. The summer application period is now open. Through participating in our courses, students can discover how their interests could lead to a college major or even a future career.
We’ll deliver you an engaging experience. 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. Rochester invites you to get a taste of college study this summer.
UK - University College London - Meet UCL Biochemical Engineering
We'd like to invite you to join us over the coming weeks for a series of online events giving them a chance to meet the team, explore our unique facilities and find out about what a degree from UCL Biochemical Engineering could do for them.
Webinar: How have biochemical engineers helped fight the pandemic? 11 February 2022, 2pm–3pm GMT / 10-11pm HKT
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