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Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Q: What are the main objectives of the University?

To give all students, undergraduate and postgraduate alike, a broadly based University experience that includes: superior training in their chosen fields of study; a well-rounded education that enhances the development of their creativity, critical thinking, global outlook, and cultural awareness; a campus life that prepares them to be community leaders and lifelong learners.

Q: What is the logo of HKUST?

The HKUST logo visualizes the golden head of wisdom over the open book of knowledge. Between the arms holding the book can be seen as a flask representing science.

Q: How is the research infrastructure at HKUST?

A full array of state-of-the-art facilities, institutes, and research centres create an environment for fostering frontier research and innovation.

Q: How many faculties are there in the University?

There are 7 faculties at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R.

Public | Estd. 1991

37.3%

International Student Rate

35%

Acceptance Rate

Fall and Spring

Intakes

21:1

Student: Teacher Ratio

70:30

Male: Female Ratio

About the University

History, Affiliations and Rankings

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) started as an idea in 1989, when the leaders of Hong Kong wanted to construct a world-class, research-focused university to serve as the center of knowledge advancement and economic growth in the Pearl River Delta Region. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology officially opened in 1991 and has since, risen in global ranks becoming a top 100 world University, and #3 in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is affiliated with ASAIHL, APRU and Washington University in St. Louis McDonnell International Scholars Academy. The University also offers a top-ranked Executive MBA program in partnership with the Kellogg School of Management in the United States. It ranks at #34 in the QS World University Rankings 2022 and #66 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022.

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BEng in Electronic Engineering

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48 Months

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IELTS: 6.5

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IELTS: 6.5

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BEng in Bioengineering

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QS-2021

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Shanghai-2021

201-300

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USN-2022

105

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Course	Duration	Fee/Year
BEng in Electronic Engineering	48 Months	₹1,701,000
BEng in Aerospace Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Bioengineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Chemical and Environmental Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Decision Analytics	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Chemical Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Sustainable Energy Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Civil Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Civil and Environmental Engineering	48 Months	₹140,000
BEng in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management	48 Months	₹140,000

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How many students are there at HKUST?

There are over 17,000 students studying at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. About 10,000 of those are undergraduates, about 5,000 are postgraduates and about 2,000 are doctoral students.

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