City University of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong (CityU) is committed to providing students with the professional education and learning experiences they need to achieve success in their careers and lead fulfilling and useful lives. The University offers an international curriculum and multicultural diversity of faculty and students.
CityU emphasizes innovative problem-driven research and the connection between knowledge and society. The goal is to train a new breed of professionals to anticipate and respond to the challenges of the fast-changing, knowledge-driven global environment of the 21st century.
CityU is growing. It comprises the College of Business, College of Engineering, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Science, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, and the School of Creative Media, School of Data Science, School of Energy and Environment, and School of Law.
Course Information
Under Hong Kong's immigration and visa policies, non-local students who do not have the right of abode or the right to land in Hong Kong are normally required to take up full-time studies. At CityU, this means enrolling for 12-18 credit units per semester and 6-7 credit units for the summer term.
Please visit the Studying at CityU page for academic advising.
Accommodation
Among the wide variety of housing options in Hong Kong, you will definitely find one that suits your living style and needs. You may choose to stay in commercially operated accommodations recommended by CityU, or rent your own flat on the market.
Please visit the Off-campus Accommodation page for more information.
Insurance Fees and Additional Costs
| Expenses | Estimated Cost per Month | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Rental for Off-campus Accommodations | HKD$5,625-6,875 | USD$721-881 |
| Living costs (meals, transport, laundry, and education expenses for books, stationery, etc.) | HKD$4,500 | USD$577 |
Please visit the Cost of Living page for more information.
Visa Information
It is required by the laws of Hong Kong that any person wishing to come to Hong Kong to study, but who does not have the right of abode or right to land in Hong Kong, must first obtain a student visa or entry permit for study from the Immigration Department.
Please visit the Student Visa page for more information.
For more information, please go to the City University of Hong Kong website.