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A look at the news and issues arising from kindergarten to secondary-level education around Hong Kong.
For Hong Kong, as elsewhere, focusing on inspiration rather than imposition is the way forward to instil patriotism.
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Hong Kong institutions have been warned that they must continue to meet the requirement of 70 per cent of pupils being non-local despite widespread departures in recent years and a rise in arrivals.
As many as 19 Hong Kong education institutions are interested in joining an ambitious mega development, the Northern Metropolis, on land close to the border with mainland China.
Airport Authority and Hong Kong Metropolitan University team up to tackle shortage of flight crews by offering flying licence as part of bachelor’s degree in aviation services management.
- Security Bureau condemns ex-school leaders after Christian Zheng Sheng College says will close after accounts frozen in fraud probe
Readers discuss how the Doraemon manga can inspire us to solve real-world problems, why Hong Kong should be more selective about mega events and how a politeness campaign should extend to the city’s motorways.
HKU president Xiang Zhang attended only one of 18 board meetings since he assumed office in 2018, failed to provide details of 16 business trips, the Post learns.
Christian Zheng Sheng College, which was established in 1985 to help drug addicts, will cease operating on July 7.
The Harbour School and Ocean Park are working together to provide students with opportunities to expand their exposure to sustainability issues
‘If you rush this, all students will suffer. Because where will they stay? Do you have space for them to study?’ Professor Freddy Boey says.
Alumni warn city leader that conflict between HKU president Xiang Zhang and governing council is affecting institution’s daily operations.
In email seen by Post, president Xiang Zhang says council’s move ‘disregarded the fundamentals of good governance’.
Total of 168 students with mental distress referred to public psychiatry clinics through government suicide prevention mechanism as of March.
Readers discuss a little-tapped funding source for China’s indebted local governments, why the waste charging plan failed, and the continuing need for English language training.
University of Hong Kong climbs to 17th place, up from 26th last year in latest global ranking by QS.
Reshuffle last week has prompted president Xiang Zhang to seek legal advice after being kept in dark about move by council chairwoman Priscilla Wong, sources say.
Sources say police will ramp up their presence on Tuesday at sensitive locations.
Business school at Hong Kong’s oldest university denounces agencies claiming they offer ‘guaranteed admissions’.
The issue of equity needs to be addressed – students from all backgrounds must have access to AI tools and the promise they hold
Post understands HKU council voted to endorse appointment of several interim vice-president positions, without consulting president Xiang Zhang.
One student mockingly asks for teacher’s hand in marriage, kicks a table and dances on it, while another behind the camera can be heard laughing as she films.
Readers discuss the importance of English at university level, a fix to an access problem, and an inspiring example set by two Shaw Prize winners.
Education Bureau also recommends study group members avoid going out alone after classes end.
Prestigious UK boarding schools are opening campuses on the other side of the world, with Asian parents recognising the potential benefits for their children
Education Bureau says 54 semi-private schools under government’s direct subsidy scheme have applied to increase fees for 2024-25 academic year, up from previous 49.
Readers discuss the lack of transparency of a sales tactic favoured by developers, an opportunity for Hong Kong to strengthen its bonds with the Arab world, and encouraging young people to pursue their dreams.
Under proposed law amendment, University of Hong Kong dental graduates will have to intern at public institutions for a year before they can register as dentists.
Business school at Hong Kong’s oldest university uncovered ‘small number’ of cases, identified agencies suspected of offering fake documents, and is looking into whether there are more.
According to annual census by Independent Schools Council, 7,677 students from city now studying in British private schools, down from record of 8,011 last year, but Labour Party win in January could see tuition fees raised.
Lawmakers and Equal Opportunities Commission discuss tougher action to deal with ‘culture’ of harassment, while the latter calls for student organisers to undergo anti-harassment training.
Readers discuss the benefits of HK Express’ new baggage policy, why now might be the best time to reconsider the 2014 universal suffrage proposal, the need to foster intellectual curiosity, and the challenge of waste-reduction efforts.
HKUST president Nancy Ip says she hopes doctors trained by university will help to alleviate city’s long-standing shortage of medical professionals.
