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Practicalities Step 1 in the process of studying in Hong Kong is, of course, to choose a course and university. One university might have the perfect professors for your course, another might have wonderful facilities-this is the time to decide where you want to spend the next four years. Step 2 is to apply. The application deadlines are generally one semester ahead of when you intend to begin studying, so for matriculation in September 2014, applications need to be in by spring 2014. The dates do vary, so you should check carefully with the university you intend to apply to. You can apply to Hong Kong as well as the UK if you want to. Applications are submitted online. Step 3 is to fulfil the admission requirements. This means collating references, an academic transcript, proof of English proficiency, and any other documents required by your chosen university. UK qualifications are held in high esteem, no matter where you apply. A phone interview may be necessary. So, you got accepted! Congratulations! The next stage in the process is to apply for a student visa. Unless you have right of abode in Hong Kong, you cannot study at university in the city without a valid visa. This can be done through the Hong Kong embassy in the UK, and you should allow plenty of time to ensure it gets approved. Then it’s time to consider the cost: tuition comes in at around £6000-£10000 per year, and you should allow for accommodation at a rate of around £2500-£5000 per year if you live in halls. Living costs vary according to the lifestyle of the individual student, but generally food and other expenses are relatively cheap compared to the UK. A number of scholarships are available to assist international students in financing their education in Hong Kong. According to studyinhongkong.edu.hk, “some are reserved solely for overseas students, and others are awarded on a competitive basis to all talented students, regardless of nationality or residency status. Depending on the type of scholarship or award, funds may be provided by respective universities, or given by individuals, charitable or professional organizations, and academic departments, among others.” The amount awarded will vary depending on the university and the course. Some prizes will pay for partial tuition, others cover full tuition fees, and the most sought after ones provide full tuition, fees, housing, and personal expenses. No UK student should be put off studying in Hong Kong because of the cost-there is financial aid available for every university, and cost of living is among the most affordable you’ll find. It sounds silly, but you should consider what you pack, too! More on that over the page.
On campus International students are given accommodation in halls of residence at their universities, with the size of the room depending on the individual student’s budget. You’ll likely need to bring bedding, as most people in Hong Kong sleep under a blanket wrapped in a sheet, and that could be hard to get used to. Apart from the obvious essentials like clothes, toiletries and personal possessions, you’ll need to remember to bring any documentation that you may need. Once in the halls of residence, there will be students from all around the world to make friends with. On campus, Hong Kong’s universities are disposed of a wide range of amenities to make student life as comfortable as possible, from sports facilities to specialist libraries. Some campuses offer students the chance to pursue a part-time job, provided the student has a No Objection Letter, so if you want to earn a little money, there is the possibility to do so. Student Unions operate in every university, arranging social events and looking after welfare, such as issuing student discount cards to get money off in a variety of places around the city. If a society doesn’t exist, students are able to set one up with support from the university, so there is plenty of room for British students to put their own distinctive mark on life on campus. Leisure activities are organised regularly, including hiking trips and cycling. Unlike the UK, in Hong Kong, cycling is purely for fun, and is not used as a mode of transport.
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