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Education in Hong Kong
A look at the news and issues arising from kindergarten to secondary-level education around Hong Kong.
The University of Hong Kong has said it is aware of the accusations. Photo: Nora Tam
Crime in Hong Kong

University of Hong Kong warns student over AI-generated porn pics of classmates

But victims dissatisfied that university fails to find student had committed any crime.

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Hong Kong

20 Hong Kong school pupils win top honours at 44th Student of the Year Awards

Hong Kong weather

‘Better safe than sorry’, Hong Kong’s No 2 official says over school suspension

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Artificial intelligence

Letters | Worried about AI taking your job? Stop relying on it

Readers discuss the limitations of artificial intelligence, English language proficiency among Hong Kong students, and the decline in the US’ attractiveness.

Tourists walk past shops and restaurants in the popular Shinsekai district of Osaka, on February 24. While translation apps can be helpful while travelling, being able to speak different languages has its advantages. Photo: AFP
Universities in Hong Kong

Chinese University of Hong Kong vice-president ‘resigns’ after less than a year

Kenneth Chen reportedly ‘did not find the work environment suited him’ as the university confirms he will leave his role in September.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Quality counts as Hong Kong seeks to lure more international students

While the increase in the number of applications from non-locals students is encouraging, universities could cast their net wider.

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Good Schools Guide

How educators are reshaping IB programmes to answer global challenges

Canadian International School and Hong Kong Academy aim to equip students to thrive in an uncertain future shaped by AI, and increasing environmental and political uncertainty.

Educators in Hong Kong talk about how they are reshaping their IB programmes to prepare students for challenges from technology including AI, as well as increasing environmental and political uncertainty. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong science and tech

University of Hong Kong calls Pok Fu Lam site best option for its innovation hub

Building on residential plot in area offers more advantages than locations on Mount Davis and Northern Metropolis land, university says.

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IB Diploma Results

A third of Hong Kong IB candidates earned top marks: what’s their secret?

Hong Kong’s top or near-perfect scorers represent nearly 10 per cent of top achievers globally.

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Artificial intelligence

Opinion | AI can enhance learning rather than threaten it

As artificial intelligence changes how we learn, it is challenging educators to rethink the purpose of education.

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A student checks her phone as she walks through the campus of the University of Hong Kong in 2022. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Tuition and music: how Hong Kong’s pupils got into their first choice schools

Primary Six pupils share joy and strategies used to get into their preferred institutions, as city sees record high rates through central allocation.

Primary Six students at Yaumati Catholic Primary School (Hoi Wang Road) celebrate their results at their campus in Yau Ma Tei. Photo: Nora Tam
Education

Record high 74% of Hong Kong pupils assigned to first choice secondary school

Highest success rate through central allocation system attributed to shrinking pupil numbers with 8-year low of 48,011 taking part.

Hong Kong

Star IB students from Hong Kong’s ESF school group share tips for success

Eleven of 15 top students from city’s largest international school group say they plan to pursue degrees in medicine locally.

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Good Schools Guide

How Hong Kong schools are teaching the skills that AI can’t replace

As demand for tech-savvy professionals grows, schools are balancing hard skills with emotional intelligence to prepare students for the future.

Teaching students AI skills allows them to unlock new levels of creativity. Photo: French International School
Hong Kong

31 Hong Kong students achieve top IB scores despite tricky maths exam

Sole top scorer from St Paul’s Co-Educational College compares programme to ‘marathon’, as coordinator says maths grade boundaries probably adjusted.

Kristen Lo (second from the right) was the only student from St Paul’s Co-Educational College to achieve a perfect score of 45. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Why are more Hong Kong pupils opting for IB programme over DSE?

Number of IB students in the city has jumped nearly 20 per cent over past five years, with more preferring its ‘creative’ curriculum over the DSE.

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Hong Kong

Number of semi-private schools seeking fee increases falls by 26% in Hong Kong

Dion Chen, chairman of Direct Subsidy Scheme Schools Council, says sluggish economy may be one reason for schools’ reluctance to raise fees.

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Hong Kong

Schools with shrinking numbers must fix their problems: Hong Kong education chief

Secretary for Education Christine Choi urges schools with insufficient enrolment to reflect on performance, instead of hindering development of more popular institutions.

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Hong Kong’s education minister has said the recent policy allowing schools that operated four Form One classes to apply to run one more in the coming academic year was aimed at addressing parents’ needs and choice. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong must ensure a quality AI education is available to all

The government should introduce inclusive tech education policies to prevent AI from becoming another driver of social exclusion.

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Universities in Hong Kong

Hong Kong public universities to seek more top-notch overseas students: minister

Minister Christine Choi also says authorities will consider raising 40 per cent cap on non-local student admissions.

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Universities in Hong Kong

Opinion | More than an education hub, Hong Kong can be a global academic pioneer

While celebrating its universities’ high global rankings, now is the time for the city to press home its advantages and answer a higher calling.

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Hong Kong

Primary school in Hong Kong to return half of debentures ahead of closure

Parents agree to Think International School’s proposal to give back half of debentures initially and the rest next January.

Think International School, founded in 2003, will be closing down at the end of July, leaving parents uncertain if they will get back their debentures in full. Photo: Jelly Tse
Shenzhen

Hong Kong school ordered to submit report after students harassed in Shenzhen

According to social media post, teachers failed to promptly step in when four drunk men reportedly harassed two female students during trip to Shenzhen.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | High marks for Hong Kong’s hotels as student accommodation

A pilot scheme to be launched next month is worth pursuing to ensure the city makes the grade as an education hub.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong school offering international programme announces sudden closure

Think International School will shut down on July 31, leaving some parents worried they may not get back HK$200,000 debenture as promised.

Think International School in Kowloon Tong has abruptly announced that it will be closing down on July 31. Photo: Dickson Lee
United States

Hong Kong public universities get 850 transfer inquiries amid shifting US policies

Chief Secretary Eric Chan thanks city’s eight public universities for helping affected students and seizing opportunity to attract more top talent.

The University of Hong Kong has said it received about 300 inquiries from affected students in the US and made “multiple offers” after screening. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Lawmakers call for rents in Hong Kong student hostels to be regulated

Market rates for some private student hostels in Hong Kong are four times higher than for campus dormitories, Post finds.

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United States

5 Harvard postgraduates opt for Hong Kong’s HKUST after US sanctions

Students from Pakistan, Georgia and mainland China accept offers in response to the US government’s ban on international admissions.

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