Short Term Study Abroad - Chinese University of Hong Kong, The (CUHK) (July)
Founded in 1963, the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a prestigious university currently ranked Top 10 in Asia and Top 50 in the world according to 2019 QS World University Ranking.
CUHK ISS is a five-week summer programme that commences in late June and ends in early August.
Areas of studies include business, Chinese language, engineering, environmental studies, humanities and social science.
There will be excursions, activities or visits relevant to course content for you to experience the local culture outside the classroom.
Location | Hong Kong |
Type of Program | Short Term Study Abroad |
Level of Study | Undergraduate |
Length of Program | 5 weeks |
Program Dates | 29 June - 5 August |
Language of Instruction | English and Cantonese |
| Travel Grant | $800 |
WAM Requirement | 60 |
Course Information | Pre-approved unit list: Please refer to the pre-approved unit list. (2020 list is still yet to be confirmed, so please use the above as a rough guide) |
Accommodation | Please refer to the accommodation website |
Exchange Student Website | For more information, please visit this website. |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- Enrolled into an undergraduate degree at Macquarie
- Students must have minimum WAM of 60 at time of assessment
- Completed a minimum 60cp at time of assessment
- Pay the $50 Application Fee
- Satisfy other criteria specified in the Student Exchange Policy
How to apply
Applicants must complete an online Application form. You'll need to include:
Your personal details, One University preference, It should take around 2 - 3 minutes to complete an application.
Important notes:
Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of $50 applies for all Short Term Programs.
Logistics Fees: Airfare: subject to change depending on time of booking. Students should not book until they receive official acceptance from CUHK
Insurance: Travel insurance: must be purchased for duration of the trip. More information will be given to successful applicants.
Program Costs: This is a fee-paying program, all students must pay the program fee under the instruction of the host university. Additionally, you must also always be prepared for unexpected expenses, and should consider how you will be dealing with the expenses of your exchange before you leave your home country. Prior to departure, you will need to save sufficient funds to cover all of your expenses for the duration of your exchange. Some costs to consider include: airfares, students visa (if required), travel health insurance, accommodation, food, additional travel, entertainment, textbooks, incidental expense. If you wish to work while you are away, it is important to note that work rights for international students vary from country to country. For further information about your visa restrictions please contact the consulate or embassy of your host country.
*Disclaimer: Macquarie University does not ensure the quality or reputation of activities run externally, should students choose to undertake these activities they take on the full risk and responsibility. All students need to undertake their own risk assessment before departure, considering wisely their personal health and safety risks. Ultimately participation in these activities is at the students’ risk.
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Summary
International students can immerse themselves in a multicultural environment and gain insights into Asian cultures, experience a unique learning environment on the green, spacious campus of CUHK outside regular term time, and enjoy the many pleasures of summer in Hong Kong – Asia’s world city.
Area of study
Business; Education; Law, security and intelligence; Media, creative arts, and communication; Society, history and languages
Eligibility
Has a GPA requirement
Tags
Macquarie, Undergraduate, Admisnistration, Business, Marketing, Management, Short Term, Exchange, Hong Kong
Benefits
Travel Grant
Value
AU$800
Phone
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Email
mi.exchange@mq.edu.au
Apply URL
https://students.mq.edu.au/experience/travel-while-studying/apply
Level of study
Undergraduate