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Given is a set of universities, third parties and government institutions that offer scholarship opportunities to international students wanting to pursue their studies abroad.
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Ever since the early 1900s, USA has been considered a great superpower. It has been leading the realm of developed since then in all sectors of industry. This, along with the fact that all major universities are set-up in the US contribute highly to its popularity. Our country guide gives you a wholistic idea of what it’s like to study in the USA. You can read about everything from Cost and Scholarships, to Popular cities, job opportunities, deadlines, etc. Click the link to read it, go on!
Read MoreCanada is considered one of the friendliest places on the planet. People there are impeccably sweet, just like all the maple syrup the country produces. There are several Indian communities there as well. It is said that no matter where you’re from, you will never feel out of place in Canada because of the great hospitality! Our country guide gives you a wholistic idea of what it’s like to study in Canada. You can read about everything from Cost and Scholarships, to Popular cities, job opportunities, deadlines, etc. You will also learn about CAQ and other study permits. Click the link to read it, go on!
Read MoreAs you already know, the British ruled our country for 200 years. So, obviously, they were considered superior. That superiority kind of established prestige to their education system. Rightfully so(not in terms of the slavery, but in terms of their education and universities.) Oxford and Cambridge are consistently considered the best colleges in the world for a lot of subjects. Our country guide gives you a wholistic idea of what it’s like to study in the UK. You can read about everything from Cost and Scholarships, to Popular cities, job opportunities, deadlines, etc. You will also learn about the tier-4 pilot visa. Click the link to read it, go on!
Read MoreAh! The land down under! Australia is known as an amazing tourist destination, but something that not a lot of people know is that Australian Universities are highly recognized for their business programs. Our country guide gives you a wholistic idea of what it’s like to study in Australia. You can read about everything from Cost and Scholarships, to Popular cities, job opportunities, deadlines , etc. You will also learn about CAQ and other study permits. Click the link to read it, go on!
Read MoreA complete guide to what it’s like to study in Germany at a Bachelors, MS or PhD level. This also includes links to detailed articles. The topics covered include Why study in Germany, the Education System in Germany, Cost of studying and scholarships, Life, Health and Safety in Germany for international students, Visa Process, Job Opportunities, Popular cities and courses, Application process, Deadlines and the best universities. Read on to find out all this, and much more in detail in our country guide.
Read MoreA complete guide to what it’s like to study in France at a Bachelors, MS or PhD level. This also includes links to detailed articles. The topics covered include Why study in France, the Education System in France, Cost of studying and scholarships, Life, Health and Safety in France for international students, Visa Process, Job Opportunities, Popular cities and courses, Application process, Deadlines and the best universities. Read on to find out all this, and much more in detail in our country guide.
Read MoreA complete guide to what it’s like to study in Ireland at a Bachelors, MS or PhD level. This also includes links to detailed articles. The topics covered include Why study in Ireland, the Education System in Ireland, Cost of studying and scholarships, Life, Health and Safety in Ireland for international students, Visa Process, Job Opportunities, Popular cities and courses, Application process, Deadlines and the best universities. Read on to find out all this, and much more in detail in our country guide.
Read MoreA complete guide for international students on how to pursue their Bachelors, Masters & Phd in New Zealand. Providing top quality education and having Universities that rank amongst the Top 3 Universities globally, get a detailed understanding of the education system in New Zealand. Also get an inside look into the lifestyle, health & safety, popular cities & courses, work opportunities, application process, deadlines and the top Universities in New Zealand. Considered a complex and lengthy procedure, get a detailed step-by-step process of the visa application process for international students. Click on the link to know more !!
Read MoreNetherlands is the second most peaceful country. It is also one of the safest place on this planet. This is not it! There is more to this country other than just peace and safety. The education system is so flexible that it has all the study options to suit every budget without compromising the quality of education. Our country guide gives you a wholistic idea of what it’s like to study in the Netherlands. You can read about everything from Cost and Scholarships, to Popular cities, job opportunities, deadlines, etc. Click the link to read it, go on!
Read MoreA complete guide for international students on how to pursue their Bachelors, Masters & Phd in Sweden. Having its primary focus set on making education more student centric and having programs crafted to suit students needs, Sweden is presently rising the ranks for its varied and diverse student population and internationally recognized student system. Also get an inside look into the lifestyle, health & safety, popular cities & courses, work opportunities, application process, deadlines and the top Universities in Sweden. The visa application process can be lengthy and we have a detailed step-by-step process to tackle the same. Click on the link to know more !!
Read MoreA complete guide for international students on how to pursue their Bachelors, Masters & Phd in Singapore. Having a solid focus on research base and universities encouraging students without any discrimination, Singapore has become a top destination for international students to pursue their higher studies. Also get an inside look into the lifestyle, health & safety, popular cities & courses, work opportunities, application process, deadlines and the top Universities in Singapore. Additionaly a detailed step-by-step process of the visa application procedure is mentioned herewith to assist you in your journey. Click on the link to know more !!
Read MoreA complete guide for international students on how to pursue their Bachelors, Masters & Phd in Switzerland. Having an infrastructure supportive for all streams, standardized fee structure for both local and international students and lower tuition fees than any of the top countries in the world, Switzerland has become the top destination for students wanting to pursue their higher studies. Also get an inside look into the lifestyle, health & safety, popular cities & courses, work opportunities, application process, deadlines and the top Universities in Switzerland. Additionaly get a detailed step-by-step visa application procedure for international students. Click on the link to know more!!
Read MoreGRE is the most basic exam for Masters students planning to study abroad. Almost all countries require it! If you’re a beginner, read our guide to GRE. If you want to know more about GRE, then read about it in our blog
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Read MoreThe test that is most rapidly growing in popularity amongst high school students today is the ACT. The ACT is a multiple-choice based test without any sort of negative marking. That means you are not penalized for guessing! Click to find our more.
Read MoreEveryone wants to know about scholarships right? It is always better to have as much funding as you can so that the eventual burden of an education loan is lowered. Our articles are written specifically to help you with all scholarship options. So what are you waiting for, go on and read them!
Read MoreResearch and Teaching Assistantships are available in the University that you end up going to. They can a great way to work part-time at your university, gain some experience in research fields and some money to help fund your education. Read our guide to help understand them better!
Read MoreScholarship Opportunities for International Students
Given below is a set of universities, third parties and government institutions that offer scholarship opportunities to international students wanting to pursue their studies abroad.
Read MoreEducation loans are a great way to fund your education while keeping yourself as the payee. This reduces the pressure off of your parents and helps make you responsible. At Yocket, we have partnered with 6 education loan providers.
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
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Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
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Ranked as the 10th best city for students in the most reputed annual university ranking by the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Hong Kong is a melting pot of eastern and western cultures, with a wide variation in its way of living. Often labelled as the cosmopolitan where you will never run out of things to do, the city has a lot for students to look forward to. If you are considering studying in Hong Kong, many reasons support this option.
Well established quality of education
The best universities in Hong Kong also feature well amongst the top 50 in the world. The city is also home to the third and fifth best universities in the whole of Asia. With English being the primary medium of education, the Bachelor's and Master's courses are easily accessible for students from all over the world.
A great amalgamation of culture
Hong Kong has people from all around the world studying and working in it, adding much color to the city. Crime is negligible, making the city-state safe to live for students. It also has a lot of recreational and tourist options, considering its proximity to China.
Reasonable Cost of Studying
Universities in Hong Kong have relatively low tuition fees, and living expenses are also quite affordable. If you are among the outstanding students, the Government of Hong Kong offers a lot of scholarships and waivers for international students.
Plenty of Opportunities
Hong Kong is a hub of prospective career chances by being the center of the world's leading international financial centers. Studying in this city can help you develop vast social and professional networks and to give your livelihood a great head start. The country is fairly lenient about work permits, and students can easily work while studying.
Hong Kong is a great place to study if you get the perfect match of the right course at the right University. However, if you are still not convinced, you can also consider other options like the USA, Canada, and Australia amongst various other destinations abroad.
The education system in Hong Kong has four types of institutions that higher education in the following order :
Undergraduate degrees, which offer instruction in foundation courses in streams such as performing arts, business, and engineering, amongst others. The duration to procure a Bachelor's degree ranges from three to four years, depending on the subject of study and whether the colleges are government-funded or private.
Postgraduate degrees usually last for a year or two, depending again on the course and University chosen.
Associate degrees are pursued between higher secondary school and an undergraduate course for subjects like accounting, business, financial services, marketing, and others. They can last for a couple of years and three years in some cases.
Research-based Ph.D. and Doctorate courses are considered to be the best offering of Hong Kong. Almost all reputed Universities have dedicated wings for research and have a fantastic student-teacher ratio so that each researcher can explore detailed insights within their focus of study.
Admission To A Course
The admission procedure to must courses in Hong Kong is standard and consists of the following steps :
Teaching Methodology
Experiential learning is widely practiced in professional as well as non-professional programs at the University level in Hong Kong. As part of the curriculum, the Outcome-based Approach to Student Learning (OBASL) is adopted. This strategy shifts focus from teaching to learning, i.e., the course is considered complete only if a student absorbs and learns all he or she is expected to, and not just on the fact that he or she has been taught the same in class.
Assesment and Certification
A Ph.D. program goes on for about four years and is completed via the submission of a thesis. A jury accesses the thesis, and the result is based on an evaluation by the jury.
Cost of Living in Hong Kong
The cost of living in the city-state is very high and must be consided before you chose to study, settle, or work there. Rent, clothing food, etc. are available to have prices above reasonable standards, but the country also provides student discounts, which students can avail with the help of an octopus card. The cost of telecommunications and health is less in comparison to Europe. It should also be known that the cost of converting their home currency to Hong Kong Dollars is very high in the city.
With over eight public universities and several private ones, students can easily pick their favorite and specialize in a stream of their choice. For admission to a University, a student must own a student visa along with monetary proof that they or their parents will be able to afford their tenure in the city.
In Hong Kong, the host university, i.e. the University in which the student is going to study, has to sponsor him. A student can apply for their Visa once they have a duly filled immigration form ID995A, visa sponsorship form along with the student's agreement form. These forms need to be downloaded and filled manually and then sent to the Mainland and External Affairs Office. The host university charges typically a fee of HK$ 250 and a courier fee of HK$300 to send your sponsored Visa to you.
Many universities provide accommodation to the students at subsidized rates. If students do not get the opportunity to get accommodation at the University, then the cost of living for them is very high, and they have to set aside an amount of around HK$40000 month for food and accommodation. Students get either a single or a shared room, and the final money they shed out is dependent on the same
Many universities in the country are built recently, and they have dormitory style accommodation for students. The cost of food is relatively reasonable, and it takes about HK$ 25 to HK$35 for a full meal. Students also have the option of cooking by themselves.
The cost of studying in Hong Kong is not considered reasonable. One can check out detailed fee break-down of a semester in Hong Kong to have an insight into what is available in their budget. The environment is highly competitive, and only the best can bag scholarships.
Students can avail of either season tickets for travelling by train or a bus. The average cost of traveling by train card is HK$25 per day or HK$600 per month. The cost of commuting by bus is HK$6 per trip. There is no need for owning a private vehicle as the system of public transport is well mapped throughout the country.
It can be said that living in Hong Kong for a student is cheaper in comparison to Europe and other countries, but within Asia, studying in Hong Kong is far above standard. However, most students testify that the exposure this city of magnanimous skylines has given then is unparalleled by any of their peers studying in other countries, Both within and outside Asia.
Hong Kong is considered as the world financial center with low taxation rates and free trade. The city is very well developed and connected by a cheap public transportation system, offering extensive international travel connections as well. The city is not exactly giant, and living spaces are in short supply. High-rise residential flats ranging from twenty to forty floors are widely spread, and cross-cultural residents occupy them unequally. Like most cosmopolitans, the city is fast-paced, and everything seems to be on the roll. Like major business hubs of Dubai, New York, and Mumbai, the city seems to always be running.
Health care in Hong Kong
Hong Kong has been determined as one of the healthiest places in the world. Public and Private sectors run parallelly in the healthcare system of the city-state, and there are practically no financial contributions to public health insurance. The government provides facilities at virtually no cost, and this is applicable for permanent as well as non-permanent residents. Private healthcare offers personalized choices and makes better services accessible for people who can afford to pay for them. If you opt for the public healthcare option, private Hong Kong health insurance might not be necessary. However, if you choose to use the private system, it is essential to have excellent private medical insurance, as your bills can be extremely high. The best part about the healthcare system in Hong Kong is that the rules for residents and non-permanent residents, including students and people working there with valid visas are the same.
Safety in Hong Kong
Owing to its constant pace and high rank of literacy, the rate of crime in Hong Kong is slim. Nights are as safe as the day, and public transport is almost always crowded. The city is secure for students to set their abode in and focus on their assignments and studies.
The life, health, and safety in the city, all complement the student lifestyle and requirements thoroughly, and if you are looking for a happening and vibrant urban hub to pursue your higher education, Hong Kong is a wonderful choice.
Hong Kong has the world's best universities and colleges that offer courses in various streams. Let's have a look at the top four universities of the city, along with the popular courses they offer.
The University of Hong Kong -
The University excels in innovative, interdisciplinary education and nurtures researchers to head towards technological advancement, ground-breaking discoveries and significant milestones in the field of medicine, manufacturing, architecture, and many others.
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
City University of Hong Kong
Alongside these, Hong Kong has various other institutions, along with the famous Hong Kong Polytechnic University, which is entirely dedicated to skill-oriented training and research in applied sciences and engineering. Studying in Hong Kong is for active and hard-working students, and no matter which course or University you chose, you have to put your best foot forward to sustain and excel in it.
Many people like to work in Hong Kong because of the unique business culture in the country. There are many norms and rules, which have to be followed, but still, there are many benefits to choosing Hong Kong for work.
Students who opt for working in Hong Kong after their education are rewarded with suitable roles and handsome packages. Basic knowledge of Cantonese gives you an edge, and it takes more than an average salary to survive in the country.
Working in Hong Kong as IT experts, marine engineers, naval architects, waste treatment specialists, data scientists, and game developers, amongst many others, can be a fulfilling and worthwhile experience. The Government of Hong Kong runs Talent List, a program for the encouragement of the people for moving to the country through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme. This is, in fact, one of the best ways to get a job and settle in the country.
The cost of living in the country is very high, and the minimum salary that a professional gets on an hourly basis is HK$ 40 according to estimates by the Labor Department of Hong Kong. Men and women have varying compensations, where the average compensation of a man is about HK$ 20000, and that for a woman is about HK$ 15000.
Working hours for different industries in Hong Kong are different. In the case of government offices, the working hours lie between 8:30 to 17:30, while banks operate from 9:00 to 17:00. Incorporate roles; professionals may have to entertain clients outside of regular working hours. Such jobs can be fun but can lead to working until late at night.
The government has a fixed list of seventeen statutory holidays and all employers have to follow the dates of these holidays. There is a variation in paid annual leaves, which differs from organization to organization. That depends on the companies. A minimum number of yearly paid leaves is seven days, which can be extended up to fifteen days.
People who are not citizens of Hong Kong but want to work there need to apply for a visa and work permit, both of which are difficult to obtain unless you demonstrate exceptional merit and prove how you are better than a resident of Hongkong. To get a Visa for working in the city-state, you need to apply through the General Employment Policy. However, your Visa will be time-bound. As a student, you can only work on Jobs provided by the university or those offered by employers with permission from the Immigration Department as well as the university.
Accommodation in the country is costly and people need to earn good salaries to live in the country. The living expenses are more than that of the USA, the UK, and Europe.
It always helps to know about the business environment of a place before you step in to work there. As for Hong Kong, one must keep it mind its fast pace and subsequent employer-expectations before one makes a move to create a place for oneself in the city's skyline.
Studying in Hong Kong is a golden opportunity, and if you have an offer a good university, you must hurry on to acquire a student Visa that secures your stay in the city. A student visa is a must for a non-local student who wishes to study in Hong Kong. The Visa application process takes around six weeks once the immigration department has received all the documents. Students who are Chinese Residents can ask for an entry permit instead of a Visa while others have to apply for the latter. It would help if you went through this guide for entry in Hong Kong for students before kickstarting the Visa application process. An outline of the process is mentioned below.
Finding a Host
Before applying for a Visa, a student needs to nominate a local host who can declare sponsoring their education. A local sponsor is necessary for studying in the city-state. The host can be your educational institution or an individual residing in Hong Kong who is willing to and capable of bearing the financial burden of your education. The host needs to declare the sponsorship for further processing of the Visa.
Documentation
Acquiring a student visa can be smooth if you arrange for the necessary documents in advance. A student inevitably needs the following to apply for a Student Visa in Hong Kong.
Submissions
Students must accurately fill out the application form and send it to their nearest Chinese Diplomatic and Consular Missions along with all relevant supporting documents. These can also be sent by post to the Hong Kong Immigration Department. You can find complete details about the fees which needs to be deposited upon the collection of the Visa from the Immigration Department of Hong Kong or the relevant Chinese Embassy where the application form was submitted.
Processing Time
The usual time for a student visa to be issued by the Immigration Department of Hong Kong is about six weeks from the day of receipt of all documents. One must not unnecessarily enquire about the process since that threatens to delay it.
In case you still require hands-on, step-by-step guidance on the Visa Application process, you can reach out to the Global Affairs Office in Hong Kong, and they should be able to assist you with the student Visa or permit best suited for your stay in Hong Kong.