Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
- About
- Overview
- Academic Details
- Area(s) of study
- Useful information
- How to apply
- Student Testimonial
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was established in 1991. Hong Kong’s only science and technology tertiary specialist, it is renowned for its state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and prides itself in offering all students research opportunities.
Academic Highlights
HKUST has five schools – Science, Engineering, Business and Management, Humanities and Social Science - and the Fok Ying Tung Graduate School in Guangzhou. It is ranked among Asia’s best universities.
Location
Fronting one of Hong Kong's most pristine stretches of coastline, the HKUST campus is spread over 60 hectares of lush natural scenery on the Clear Water Bay Peninsula, overlooking Port Shelter in Tai Po Tsai.
Did you know?
The library includes a 24-hour accessible Learning Commons which provides a technology-rich environment for active learning and education.
Language of Instruction | English | |||||
Program Duration | 1 semester, 2 semesters | |||||
Academic Level | Undergraduate | |||||
Minimum Result Required | 60% WAM | |||||
Previous Round Cut-off (WAM % or GPA) | 67% WAM | |||||
Anticipated Places in Semester 2, 2026 | 9-10 places | |||||
Green | ||||||
Eligible Monash Campus | Monash Australia, Monash Malaysia | |||||
Agreement Scope | All faculties | |||||
Handbook/Catalogue
Undergraduate course catalogue
Postgraduate course catalogue
Academic Restrictions and Considerations
- Note that not all courses stated in the catalogue are available every term. Confirmed courses are normally announced around two months before each term commences.
Language requirements
- Units are taught in English.
Full-time Credit Load Equivalents
Semester | |
|---|---|
Min. 18 Monash points | Max. 24 Monash points |
12 credits | 15 credits |
Year | |
|---|---|
Min. 36 Monash points | Max. 48 Monash points |
24 credits | 30 credits |
Academic Calendar
HKUST Spring Term (Monash Semester 1): early February – late May
HKUST Fall Term (Monash Semester 2): early September – late December
HKUST's Academic Calendar
Biological sciences | Chemistry | Earth, atmosphere and environmental sciences | Mathematical sciences |
Physics and astronomy | Science |
Note
- The listed disciplines are not necessarily exhaustive and other fields of study might also be available at the institution.
- Approval to study particular subjects at any institution is always at the discretion of the departmental/discipline and faculty advisers in your managing faculty(ies) and subject to available places at the host.
Accommodation
Undergraduate exchange students are able to apply for accommodation in university-provided accommodation. While a place cannot be guaranteed, the majority of exchange students are assigned to a double in a student hall for the program duration.
HKUST offers advice for on-campus (undergraduate and postgraduate) and off-campus accommodation.
Visas
As a general rule, if studying in Hong Kong, you will need to obtain a valid student visa/entry permit before arrival. After you are accepted for exchange, your host institution will submit your student visa application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department on your behalf. It normally takes six weeks or longer to process a student visa application, so it is advised that exchange students apply well in advance to ensure that their visa is issued before the beginning their exchange. Details and procedures of visa applications can be found at the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region here.
For more information on visas, please refer to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China here.
HKUST also provide some advice on obtaining a visa.
Health and insurance
You are required to purchase travel insurance through HKUST that covers the duration of your study.
HKUST will require all exchange students coming to HKUST to subscribe to their travel insurance policy for exchange students - irrespective of any other policies that you may possess, including that provided by the home institution. The approximate cost for one semester is HKD 1200 (AUD$210) and for two semester is HKD 2400 (AUD$425). Exact costs and updated coverage will be provided as part of the application process should you be nominated to HKUST. For more information on the current year’s insurance coverage, please visit HKUST's website here.
HKUST offers further advice on insurance here and here.
When travelling on a Monash Abroad approved program, you are automatically covered under the Monash University Student Travel Insurance policy. This will provide cover to and from your exchange.
Orientation and extra-curricular
The Global Student Programs Office host a range of activities for exchange students. Some sections like orientation are compulsory, while others are optional. Find out more here.
HKUST also provides a buddy program for exchange students and many student societies.
Cost of living
HKUST offers some guidance on an estimated budget.
Please note that you are not allowed to work in Hong Kong under the student visa conditions.
Funding
Students taking Chinese language courses may be eligible for the Walter Mangold Study Abroad Scholarship.
Find out about the New Colombo Plan Scholarship here.
Find out about the Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship here.
Find out about the Cheung Kong Endeavour Grant here.
For information about funding available to support study on exchange overseas, see the Financial Information page on the Monash Abroad website.
This exchange agreement is not available to postgraduate students.
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