CityUHK launches 9 world-class Flagship Programmes to nurture global talent and future leaders
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Recognised as the Most International University in the World by Times Higher Education (THE) in 2024, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is committed to providing an inspirational, interactive and innovative learning experience.
CityUHK held its Undergraduate Information Day on 5 October, attracting over 24,000 visitors, reaching a record high. Nearly 200 activities were arranged for students and parents. Exhibitions about the 9 Flagship Programmes and decorations highlighting the collaboration between CityUHK and the University of Cambridge emerged as popular photo spots. Students and parents were able to experience the international campus life and unique university culture of CityUHK during their fruitful visit.
The 9 Flagship Programmes are as follows:
Starting in the 2024/25 academic year:
• Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM)
• BBA Global Business (BBA GBU)
• Global Research Enrichment and Technopreneurship (GREAT)
• Pathway for Research, Innovation, and Multinational Engineering (PRIME)
Starting in the 2025/26 academic year:
• BSocSc Psychology [Stream: Wellbeing Enhancement and Care Management (WE-CARE) Programme] (WE-CARE)
• Creative Arts and Technology Excellence (CREATE)
• Data Empowerment: Learn, Transform and Achieve (DELTA)
• International Sustainability Programme for Innovation, Research and Entrepreneurship (INSPIRE)
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Characteristics of Flagship Programmes
• Globally oriented curriculum
• Overseas academic/research exchanges at top universities
• Internships/placements in prestigious institutions
• Guaranteed admission to the respective PhD programme in Science/Engineering or the Postgraduate Certificate in Law (upon attainment of the entrance requirements)
• Flagship Scholarships covering a one-off exchange sponsorship of up to HK$500,000
CityUHK’s global partnerships include (in order of QS World University Rankings):
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Imperial College London
• University of Oxford
• Harvard University
• University of Cambridge
• Cornell University
• University of Toronto
• Columbia University
CityUHK student interns at the University of Oxford and participates in a machine learning research project
“The research project I participated in during the internship aligned very well with my academic interests and was an invaluable experience,” said He Siyu, a Year 3 student in the Bachelor of Engineering in Computer and Data Engineering programme. “As the only undergraduate student in the group, I was honoured to have the opportunity to learn from PhD students who are at the forefront of contemporary mathematical development and to experience the research atmosphere at a world-class university.”
