The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a leading institution renowned for its practical, professional education and research with a strong focus on real-world application. It excels particularly in fields like Design, Engineering, Business, and Hotel & Tourism Management, consistently ranking among the top globally for these disciplines. For international students, PolyU offers a vibrant, multicultural environment with a wide array of English-taught programs and robust support from its International Affairs Office, which facilitates exchange programs, summer schools, and dedicated services. A distinctive characteristic is its strong emphasis on Work-Integrated Education (WIE), ensuring graduates are highly career-ready. The university also provides various scholarships and a welcoming community for students from around the world.

Background

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU or HKPU) is a public university in Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The university is one of the eight government-funded degree-granting tertiary institutions in Hong Kong. Founded in 1937 as the first Government Trade School, it is the first institution to provide technical education in Hong Kong. In 1994, the Legislative Council of Hong Kong passed a bill which granted the former Hong Kong Polytechnic official university status. PolyU consists of 7 Faculties, 4 Schools and 1 College, offering programmes covering business, computer and mathematical sciences, construction & environment, engineering, health & social science, humanities, design, fashion & textiles, hotel and tourism management.

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