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The School of Science has divided the Science Program (JS5100) into two new program choices – Science (Group A) program (JS5102) and Science (Group B) program (JS5103). The two Science programs are designed to cater to the academic needs and aspirations of students. Science (Group A) program is tailor-made for those students who are interested in the fields of Physical Science. Science (Group B) program is more suitable for those students who are interested in the fields of Chemistry and Life Science.

IRE is a pioneer study track tailor-made for students with particular interest in pursuing a research career in Science or broadening their exposure to research during their undergraduate studies. It offers students an early opportunity to nurture their research abilities in addition to discipline-specific knowledge in regular Science programs.

The IRE program has a similar curriculum structure as the Science (Group A) and Science (Group B) programs. But students admitted to the IRE program can enjoy a FREE choice among six major programs offered by the School: Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Ocean Science and Technology, and Physics.

It further distinguishes itself from regular Science programs by providing students with:

Participation in advanced research projects under the supervision of world-class professors

Opportunities to meet with Nobel Laureates and renowned scientists

Individualized Research Guidance and Mentoring from experienced faculty members

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)

Exchange opportunity in renowned foreign universities / research institutes

Summer research internship opportunity in foreign universities and institutions

Scholarship support for overseas learning trips

Science (Group A) program   (JS5101)  is for the students who wish to spend more time exploring their interests in the field of physical science. Upon completion of the first year of study, they can opt to major in one of the major programs for Science (Group A) or the three programs with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence.

Students who have developed clear interests in both physical science and artificial intelligence may apply for Science (Group A) with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (JS5181) . They can opt to major in either one of Mathematics/Physics/Ocean Science and Technology with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence upon completion of the first year of study.

Extra electives will be used as additional supporting information, such as a tiebreaker.

In admissions score calculation, since the School will consider 5 subjects for IRE, Science ( Group A), Science (Group A) with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence, and Science (Group B) Programs, and 6 subjects  for Biotechnology and Business and Mathematics and Economics Programs, additional subject(s) will be considered as a tie‐breaker or a bonus in admissions score calculation. 

Students in the IRE program have free choice among six science major programs. Students in the Science programs who have 1 science subject at Level 5** are guaranteed entry to the corresponding science program.

Students' academic performance is the most important factor for consideration. Students who demonstrate exceptional abilities and performance in other areas will also be considered favorably, e.g. students who are the Hong Kong Team members or medalists of International Physics/Mathematics Olympiad Competitions. 

For JUPAS students, we will consider an applicant’s overall profile and will take the following factors into account:

Subject performance;

Other Experiences and Achievements (OEA);

Additional electives;

Interview performance (if any);

Student Learning Profile (SLP);

A 500 word personal statement;

School Reference Report (academic performance, personal and general abilities)

OEA, SRR, SPN and SLP will be taken into account and will constitute a certain percentage of weighting in the assessment. Achievements under the OEA such as awards obtained in international competitions may be useful. Students having these awards may be considered for granting conditional offers. The University will consider OEA information, mainly for Band A students.

In general, we try to learn more about the applicant as a person e.g. on personality, aspirations, and motivation/suitability for the program applied. A good essay should tell a story and have a clear focus, reveal passion and expose personality, show creativity and independent thinking so that after reading, the reader would form a unique impression about the applicant. 

Band A applicants who are nominated under the SPN scheme will be considered seriously. They may be given bonus points or conditional offers if they meet HKUST and the School of Science's minimum entrance requirements.

We will look at the students' HKDSE results together with other information including their band choice, interview performance, OEA, SRR, SLP to constitute a full picture of the students for assessment.

Students with full HKDSE and another full qualifications (such as IB, SAT, GCEAL) can apply via either the JUPAS or non-JUPAS route, but not both.

Through my study at HKUST, I’ve seen a much bigger world, and grown to be a much richer person intellectually and psychologically. In academic, I joined IRE and learned to be scientifically mature... 

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Established in 1991, the HKUST Business School has risen to international prominence in a remarkably short period of time, achieving widespread global recognition and a variety of prestigious academic rankings. Always striving for excellence, our strength lies in our full range of program offerings, our high quality research, conducted by our world class faculty, and our diverse and high-caliber students.

Our full suite of degree programs, including undergraduate, MBA, EMBA, MSc, PhD as well as a wide range of executive education programs, means that the HKUST Business School is always at the forefront of educational development and business thinking. The HKUST Business School was the first business school in the region accredited by both the US-based Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

With a steadfast commitment to research and thought leadership, we maintain state-of-the-art centers of learning and exploration devoted to a multitude of areas ranging from China business and Asian financial markets to Asian entrepreneurship and experimental business research.

Our unique Asian and global perspectives are made possible by our 140-strong international faculty. These leading thinkers and their diverse national, cultural and ethnic backgrounds come together to provide our students with a consistently engaging and highly stimulating environment for learning and research. Our graduates strive to make a positive impact on both the business world and the wider society.

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ADMISSIONS | Overview

Applicants are evaluated on the content and rigor of their high school course work, their grades, standardized test scores, activities summary, essay, and counselor/teacher recommendations.

• High school transcripts from grades 9 to 12
• SAT Reasoning Test or ACT with writing component scores (Optional for Fall 2024 intake*)
• TOEFL, IELTS or other English language certificates
• Activities summary
• Personal statement
• Counselor or teacher recommendations
• Online Interview

At the discretion of the admission committee, personal interviews may be required for admission consideration. Other supplementary materials and information may also be required. It is incumbent upon each applicant to visit the appropriate school’s website to understand the filing deadline and materials required.

*We understand that this is a stressful and uncertain time for senior students who are applying to universities. Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT)  will be optional for WBB applicants applying for Fall 2022-2024 intake. To learn more about the Test Optional policy, please refer to the FAQs . 

• Mean GPA (unweighted, 4.0 scale): 3.90
• Middle 50% SAT: 1460-1550
• Middle 50% ACT: 33-35
• Middle 50% Predicted IB (Out of 45): 42 - 44
• Female: 60%

ADMISSIONS | Tuition & Fees

Keep in mind that the actual costs are subject to change. Please also take into consideration that other costs will occur each year, such as travel expenses (related to moving from one country to another), books, supplies, medical insurance and personal expenses. WBB advisors will work with families and students to help them define these costs.

Please be aware that, for admission to USC, international students are legally required to demonstrate that they are able to support themselves financially, including tuition, accommodations and other expenses, for one year.

ADMISSIONS | Application Timelines

Interested students are encouraged to visit each school’s website to learn about the specific WBB application processes and recruitment programming. WBB applicants will apply through the Common Application . Applying to WBB will not influence chances for admission to any of the three universities or other programs of interest.

If you are also interested in other programs at HKUST in addition to WBB, please apply directly at join.hkust.edu.hk .

ADMISSIONS | Scholarships & Financial Aids

WBB is targeted for students with an outstanding academic record. The WBB universities offer merit-based scholarships covering one-half or one-quarter of annual tuition fees. Once awarded, they can be renewed from year to year, if academic requirements are upheld. All applicants will be automatically considered for scholarships based on their academic merit, distinguished accomplishments and skills.

There is no need to file a separate scholarship application. Students should check for other country-specific scholarships, financial aid packages and loans on the websites of the three partner schools. Candidates for regionally accepted merit programs should inquire if the award program can be applied toward the WBB program.

Applicants from Hong Kong SAR may also consider applying for the following scholarships:

• Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme
• Hong Kong Schools Alumni Federation Scholarships
• Sir Edward Youde Memorial Scholarships for Overseas Studies
• The American Chamber of Commerce Charitable Foundation Lyn Edinger U.S. Studies Scholarship

Previous and current WBB students have received financial aids through the following channels:

• European Citizens
• Hong Kong Permanent Residents
• United States Citizens

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• For research postgraduate studies, CV/ personal statement is optional.
• For other programs, please check directly with the Program . Their contact information is available in the “General Information” tab of individual program page. 

Personal and Teaching Statements

This page offers some guidelines for writing personal statements and teaching statements.

Guidelines for Writing a Personal Statement

A personal statement is, in fact, a research statement. You need to follow a certain structure or at least provide certain information. Try to keep it short - only one or two pages - since you are sending it to a very busy person! Try to avoid describing what you did as a child. Most academics are not interested, so including this information would most likely only hurt your application.

Click here to see a sample statement.

1st Paragraph

Describe the area of research that interests you and why. If you have already done some research work in this area, be sure to mention it. Also, explain why you think you are suitable for this area. You may also describe competitions in the area that you have done well in and special academic attainments. For example, a double major in mathematics and computer science probably set you apart from students who only studied computer science. If you have nothing special to say, then just mention briefly how you came to choose this area.

2nd Paragraph

Describe research programs you have worked on (one paragraph per program.)

• What did you find?
• What did you learn?
• What approaches did you try?
• Did these approaches work or not?

3rd Paragraph

Explain why you feel you need a Masters degree or PhD.

4th Paragraph

Tell the reader why you want to go to that particular university. Make it easy for them:

• If you want to work with a particular person or persons tell them who you want to work with and why.
• If you want to work in a particular area, tell them why you want to work in that area in their university.
• If there is no particular person you want to work with or particular area you want to work in, explain why you would like to join their program.

5th Paragraph

You can also state what papers you have read from that university and what you enjoyed about them or how they inspired you. Lastly, tell them what you hope to gain from their university.

Different from a personal statement, a teaching statement focuses on your philosophy of education and teaching experience. You can highlight any innovative lessons you have designed and taught and include any positive feedback you have received either from your supervisors or the students themselves. Try to make your enthusiasm and motivation for teaching obvious. Try to keep the statement to two pages or less, especially if you are also sending a personal statement and CV.

Since this type of statement is more difficult to put into a specific structure than a personal statement, try include all the elements mentioned above and then e-mail it to your communication tutor for copy editing.

After you write a draft of your statement, please send it to your communication tutor for copy editing.

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The hkust business school works closely with corporates, ngos and alumni in offering options for business undergraduates to prepare for their career and personal growth..

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The HKUST Business School can help in connecting the employers and the undergraduate students through different ways.

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Students can study abroad in either one of the below three semesters for exchange:

* BIBU and MAEC students can only apply 3rd Year Fall for SBM Exchange. Please click Special Notes for details .

* EVMT students can only apply 3rd Year Fall for SBM Exchange. Please refer to EVMT website for details.

*DDP students can apply for SBM Exchange shown below:

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The ONLINE APPLICATION is only accessible by the relevant year of students during the applicable periods. The form consists of 5 parts and all completed applications and supporting documents (e.g. CV, English test score, if applicable) must be submitted by the application deadline.

Online Application

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Personal Essay

Personal Development, Leadership Skills and Community Involvement

Upload Supporting Documents

Outbound Exchange Application: Spring 2024

Exchange interview.

Eligible students will be shortlisted for interviews. Students must be available in person and attend a group interview to be considered for exchange. The interview format will be conducted in English and consists of 3 parts. Usually, the interviews are conducted with 2 interviewers in groups of 4-5 students and last around 30 minutes.

Interview Period

Cga requirements.

The minimum CGA criterion for exchange is 2.65 for all students including BBA, Dual Degree. (Also applicable to BIBU, MAEC and IIM students who apply in the Fall). You must meet this CGA in the terms indicated below to be short-listed for an interview:

Language Requirements

Most schools have exempted our students from English requirements. The exceptions to this are several institutions in USA and UK Schools . For the exact details on the required TOEFL or IELTS for the institutions below, please refer to the "Other Notes" section of each School (not the fact sheet) or refer to this  English Requirement Summary Table . The English requirements in this section will be strictly adhere to.

• Carnegie Mellon University
• Georgia Institute of Technology
• University of Southern California
• City, University of London
• Lancaster University
• London School of Economics and Political Science, U.K.
• Northumbria University
• University of Exeter
• University of Glasgow
• University of Leeds
• University of Manchester
• University of Sussex
• University of Warwick

PRC Passport Holders or Students Born in China are required to:

• Obtain an NUFFIC certificate to study in the Netherlands
• To apply for NUFFIC, students must have TOEFL or IELTS
• TOEFL IBT score must be ≥ 80 OR
• IELTS score must be ≥ 6.0
• Test scores must be valid for at least 8 months after the exchange application

Students needing to take the TOEFL/IELTS can refer to the below for information on the test centers. Since the test is only valid for 2 years, students should have an idea when they wish to go on exchange and ensure that your test will be valid for 8 months after the relevant application period.

Test Centers in HK

Idp for ielts.

• There are only 2 types of IELTS in HK. Students must select the IELTS test (not UKVI). Then select ‘Hong Kong’ for location and ‘Academic – IELTS’ for the test module.
• Application deadline is 2 weeks before the scheduled exam.
• Results available by mail in 2 - 3 weeks after the exam or in 3 - 5 working days at the IDP office with an extra fee needed

Hong kong examinations and assessment authority for toefl.

• The Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority only provides TOEFL information and students need to register online for the test.
• Internet-Based Test
• Result available in 2-4 weeks after the exam

Selection Criteria

Students applying for exchange must meet a number of requirements. In addition to your academic achievements, you will also be assessed in other areas according to the following formula:

Total Score = 50% CGA + 20% Online Application + 30% Interview (Overall)

The details of the Scoring Breakdown are as follows:

Our automated system will match students to a university based on your total score and your top choice of university in order of priority, which has availability. You must also meet the host university’s requirements such as TOEFL/IELTS and any other specified conditions. The scoring of any particular applicant is confidential and will not be disclosed. SBM reserves the right to make the final selection decision.

Clearing Round

Students with NO OFFER meeting a minimum scoring will be invited to participate in CLEARING ROUND. Such students will have the option to participate or skip the clearing round based on the available schools. Students who participate will be subject to the same acceptance policies and penalties. More details of this arrangement will be provided to the relevant students during the allocation process.

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Undergraduate Courses 2022-23

• GBUS 1000 Global Leadership Development 0 Credit(s) Description The course is designed to promote students' personal development, teamwork, communications skills, career preparation, leadership capability, and a global mindset. For GBUS students only. Grade PP, P or F.
• GBUS 2010 Global Business Analysis 3 Credit(s) Description This course develops students' proficiency in business analysis by building competence in using fundamental tools for business problem solving and delivering professional presentations. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.
• GBUS 2020 Public Service Project 1 Credit(s) Description This is a project-based service-learning course with the aim to nurture students' passion in socially responsible leadership. Students will collaborate with a non-governmental organization to design, lead, and implement a service project. For GBUS students only. Graded P or F.
• GBUS 2030 From Zero to Exit – Journey of A Start-up 2 Credit(s) Previous Course Code(s) GBUS 4000B Description This course is designed for students who are interested in starting a business or working for an entrepreneurial company. Students are expected to understand the opportunities and challenges of a start-up journey, from coming up with their own start up idea to incepting the idea, pitching for funding and to growing their own start-up. At the end of the course, they will be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to kick start their business as an entrepreneur.
• GBUS 3010 Global Perspectives on Contemporary Issues 3 Credit(s) Description This course aims to develop students' capacity for critical reflection. To deal with human interactions in a global setting, we need to equip ourselves with a spectrum of understanding and responses that go beyond our parochial mind-set. The course exposes students to issues outside the business field, providing an opportunity to explore relevant topics concerning their community, their world and themselves. For GBUS students or students with consent from instructor.
• GBUS 3030 Global Business Case Studies 4 Credit(s) Description This is an advanced case studies course that develops students' proficiency in conducting business problem solving and presentations under conditions simulating real business settings. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.
• GBUS 3040 Doing Business in Asia and Emerging Markets 2 Credit(s) Description This course intends to develop a deep understanding of the contextual factors of Asia and emerging market countries, with a specific emphasis on the risks, challenges and mitigants to doing businesses in these countries. In studying key social, cultural economic, geographical, political and historical characteristics of these countries, it is expected that students will gain a good understanding of how business is conducted as well as the constraints, risks and challenges associated with doing businesses in these countries, such as financial, political, legal, operational and technical risks. In addition, this course aims to explore how country differences impact on business strategies and managerial decision-making in different countries. For GBUS students or students with instructor's approval only.
• GBUS 3050 Deal Making in Asia and Emerging Markets 3 Credit(s) Description This course introduces students to cross-border and cross-cultural business transactions in Asia and emerging markets. Analyzing cases studies of different types of real business deals, the course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of doing business in these regions and the opportunity to strategize as corporate decision makers through discussions, role plays, and presentations. The objective is to sharpen students' capabilities in deal structuring, financing, negotiating, and deal closing from a strategic management perspective. For GBUS students or students with consent from the instructor.
• GBUS 4000 Special Topics in Global Business 0-4 Credit(s) Description The course covers a coherent collection to topics in the current development of global business. May be graded by letter, or P/F for different offerings.
• GBUS 4010 Independent Study 1-4 Credit(s) Description Faculty directed study of selected problems in global business. May be repeated for credits if different topics are taken. Graded P or F. Instructor's approval is required for enrollment in the course.
• GBUS 4910 Capstone Project 4 Credit(s) Description The course is designed for final year GBUS students to synthesize skills and knowledge learned from the program by undertaking a challenging individual or team capstone project. For GBUS students only.

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Bsc in quantitative finance.

The BSc in Quantitative Finance (QFIN) program is designed for students with a strong desire to pursue careers in the finance industry. Students follow an integrated curriculum comprised of courses developed by different schools.

They acquire a solid base of financial knowledge and the mathematical and statistical skills necessary to solve complex financial problems. 

Important topics covered in the program include:

• Derivative securities 
• Investment analysis 
• Portfolio management 
• Quantitative trading 
• Risk management 

The QFIN curriculum is flexible enough to allow students to choose additional majors or minors. The BSc in Computer Science (COSC) is one of the most popular additional majors selected by QFIN students. Available minors include, but are not limited to, Actuarial Mathematics, Big Data Technology, Entrepreneurship, Information Technology, and Mathematics.

Extended Major QFIN students may apply for the extended major in  Artificial Intelligence  or  Digital Media and Creative Arts  at the end of the 3rd term of study, if they satisfy the extended major requirement. Students completing the extended major will graduate with a title bearing both the traditional major subject they selected and the extended major.  For more details, refer to “ Business with an Extended Major in AI / DMCA ” .

Instead, they have the autonomy to discover their academic interests and strengths at their own pace and to apply for an Extended Major at the end of the third semester (i.e. in the fall term of Year 2).

Students from the selected business majors, regardless of their admission route (school-based or program-based), are eligible to apply for an Extended major if they meet the major requirements.

Our students commonly take one or two semesters of study leave to work as full-time interns at financial firms. The industry experience and connections they gain from multiple internships give them a significant advantage in the job market upon graduation. QFIN graduates are highly sought after by employers from the finance industry and across various business sectors. 

Graduates have a proven track record of career success in a range of fields, such as investment banks, commercial banks, hedge fund, asset management firms, private equity firms, brokerage firms, insurance companies, consulting firms, the Big Four auditors, and government agencies. 

Our graduates are also well prepared to obtain high-level professional qualifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner, Financial Risk Manager, and Professional Risk Manager certifications.