Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - International Summer Exchange Program
Location:
Hong Kong SAR China
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
UBC
Program website:
HKUST ISP Website
Program dates:
Mid-June to mid-August
About the program
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is offering a great summer opportunity to take credits and explore the culture of Hong Kong. You can choose from a variety of high-quality courses taught by HKUST faculty and participate in local excursions to gain insight into the region.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
- Available to undergraduates only
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Arts
- Asian Studies
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Chinese Language
- Chinese Studies
- Commerce
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Entrepreneurship
- Management
- Math
- Physics
- Political Science
- Science
- Visual Arts
Course equivalency formula
- 1 HKUST credit = 1 UBC credit
Course load information
- Take no more than 3 courses in total. Most summer undergraduate courses at HKUST are 3 credits, unless otherwise specified. The minimum and maximum credit load for ISP are 3 credits and 9 credits, respectively
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
Housing
On-campus accommodation is mandatory for students in this program and will be assigned by the partner institution. Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to UBC
The partner institution may charge other fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
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