HONG KONG

Hong Kong is where the world gathers for business, arts, culture and innovation. It is right on the doorstep of
the Chinese mainland and just a short flight from South-East Asia’s most celebrated destinations. Hong Kong’s
PolyU

buzzing metropolitan heart, breath-taking natural beauty and international culture represent well-balanced
ancient traditions and modern life. We are proud to call Hong Kong “Asia’s World City”.

One of Asia Pacific’s

leading design and
innovation centres
Gateway
to the Chinese mainland

World-class University
Applied Research and Innovation
Official languages of Blend of
All-around Learning Experiences
English and Chinese Eastern and Western
Diverse Student Population
Wide Variety of Indoor and Outdoor Sports,
cultures Cultural and Recreational Facilities
Conveniently Located in the Heart of Hong Kong

International World-unique
Financial Centre hiking trails and
top-quality beaches
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) aspires to be an innovative

32,000+
world-class university with a strong sense of social responsibility, driven by its CAMPUS
motto, “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. The University's
unwavering commitment to excellence has earned it international recognition, students^

3,000+
with PolyU consistently ranking among the top 100 universities worldwide.
Based on this solid foundation, the University will continue to make positive
Guaranteed and generously subsidised housing in
academic & research staff * a twin room and a 10-minute walk to campus
contributions in collaboration with its strategic partners for the betterment of
Hong Kong, the Nation, and the world. Academic and non-academic support
^Figures as of November 2024 | *Figures as of December 2023
English as our medium of instruction

University Rankings PARTNERSHIPS Wide variety of sports, cultural and recreational facilities

57th 84th 67th 345+ academic

collaborations #

spanning 40 countries/ regions

in Times Higher
in QS Education (THE) in U.S. News & World #

World University World University Report's Best Global

Rankings

2025
Rankings
2025
Universities Rankings

2024 780+ inbound

exchange students*
and
2,600+
non-local students enrolled in
5 disciplines are ranked among the world's top 20 in the undergraduate programmes*
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
#
Figures as of June 2024 | *Figures as of December 2023

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Hospitality & Civil & Marketing Exchange students have ample opportunities to engage in other PolyU
Leisure Structural initiatives, thus ensuring their time at PolyU is as rewarding as possible:
Management Architecture Engineering Art & Design
& Built PolyU International Summer School
Environment This is a four-week programme at PolyU aimed at providing a global exchange experience. A wide range of
credit-bearing subjects is available. Accommodation is guaranteed. The Buddy Programme pairs incoming students
with PolyU students so that they can get the most out of their experience in Hong Kong and at PolyU.

Areas of Study
Accounting and Finance Chinese History and Culture Hotel and Tourism Management Non-local Student Services
Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Industrial and Systems Engineering An extensive variety of student-centred support services and learning experiences aimed at students’
Applied Biology and Chemical Technology Computing Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics further development and enrichment are provided throughout exchange studies at PolyU. Exchange
Applied Mathematics Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Logistics and Maritime Studies students will gain opportunities to join orientations, field trips and other activities, through which they
Applied Physics Design Management and Marketing can explore Hong Kong and socialise with other local and non-local students and staff.
Applied Social Sciences Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering English and Communication Nursing
Building and Real Estate Fashion and Textiles Optometry
Building Environment and Energy Food Science and Nutrition Rehabilitation Sciences
Engineering
Health Technology and Informatics
Chinese and Bilingual Studies

Faculties and Schools

• Faculty of Business
• Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
• Faculty of Construction and Environment
Kate Rebecca Simpson • Faculty of Engineering
NEOMA Business School, France • Faculty of Health and Social Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Science
ini
Annabelle Gina Pasqu , Urban Mueller • School of Design
m Un ive rsi ty of Applied Sciences • School of Fashion and Textiles
Amsterda Technical University Munich, Germ
any
Netherlands • School of Hotel and Tourism Management

Aman Shah
University Of
Wat erloo, Canada

Bendik Valland Sk Thea Tim

rede Singapore, Singapore
BI Norwegian Busin
ess School, Norw National University of
ay

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My exchange experience at PolyU was far better
than I ever imagined. PolyU made it very easy for
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h many activities org the events
expectations. Throug y exp lore Hon g French class with a local student or that I would organised by PolyU have turned Hong 516 likes
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Kon and in lucky to have had this experience, and I am so in Hong Kong, hiking has to be my
warmly welcomed us, favourite. The
students. Everyone grateful to the team of people at PolyU that made 385 likes My exchange
courses, my highlight way serene nature and the bustling experience at 275 likes
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was the food-tasting 1 hour ago enriching and ) has been inc
anywhere else in the world. I am gratef memorable. Th redibly 1 hour ago in
. ul for the e faculty and g cultural journey for me
Surviving Cantonese opportunity to study at PolyU for one It was a lot to take
in in the first week,
create a vibran
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a cult ure shock
semester, but I os erie ncin g
even though I now wish I could stay quickly learned how
most things worke
modern facilit
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longer. d. I got a ll-equipped lib service staff to watchin
lot of new friends from labs, have gre
atly supported rary and when interacting with
all over the world. Dance during the
had time to go on
small vacations in
We also buddy progra my studies. Th
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Asia. All in mme has been Exploring the streets of
all, it has been a cul navigate life in invaluable, he
lping me Mid-Autumn Festival.
turally significant and Hong Kong an ening experience of the
rewarding experience rich cultural he d introducing
me to its gave me a real eye-op s
. ritage, including local people. Other form
activities, and festivals, tradit
ional culture and lifestyle of
West. Explorin
the city’s uniqu
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and of
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ble. This expe e, has te festivals.
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transformative , and it has be
part of my educ en a
ational journe
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Submit your online
application 03
Apply for a student visa
and accommodation
05 EXCHANGE
and select your courses
@ PolyU
Get nominated by your Accept your offer Receive your visa and
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hung Hom, Kowloon
Hong Kong
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Incoming Exchange

Global Engagment Office

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Please refer to www.polyu.edu.hk/geo/exchange-and-study-abroad/incoming-students

for the latest programme information. Information provided in this booklet is as of December 2024.
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