Hong Kong Baptist University
جامعة هونغ كونغ المعمدانية
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Hong Kong Baptist University was founded in 1956 as Hong Kong Baptist College and gained university status in 1994. It has six faculties and schools (Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Chinese Medicine, Communication, Creative Arts, Science and Technology), teaches mainly in English, and is known for communication, film, Chinese medicine and the creative arts.
Information last verified: November 3, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Undergraduate tuition in 2027–28 is HK$240,000 a year for non-local students (HK$49,500 for eligible local students). The university automatically awards outstanding international applicants scholarships of up to full tuition plus a HK$52,500 annual living subsidy.
Admission for international students
Admission for international students
International application dates for the 2027–28 cycle were not checked; see the university’s direct (non-JUPAS) admissions portal.
Official admission announcementAvailable programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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HKBU Admission Scholarship Scheme for Overseas Applicants 2027–2028: Full Tuition plus HK$52,500 a Year in Living Subsidies
BachelorFully FundedAll fieldsDeadline varies by university or programme
Life and living
Hong Kong · Hong Kong
Life and living
Hong Kong · Hong Kong
Living in Hong Kong
A global financial hub in southern China where skyscrapers meet green hills, home to the Chinese University of Hong Kong and other top-ranked universities.
Student housing
CUHK postgraduate halls cost HK$2,065–4,135 a month depending on room type (2026/27), plus a HK$3,500 deposit.
Transport for students
Full-time students aged 12–25 at a local institution get concession fares on the MTR with a Personalised Octopus carrying Student Status.
Top landmarks
Victoria Peak
Daniel Case · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Victoria Harbour
Tian Tan Buddha
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Last verified: October 2026
Sources:HKSAR Government – Mid-2026 populationCUHK Postgraduate Halls – Hostel fees 2026/27MTR – Student Travel Scheme
Studying and living in Hong Kong
Costs and living
Undergraduate tuition for non-local students (2027–28, HK$ per year): • University of Hong Kong: 250,000 for non-STEM, 280,000 for STEM and 590,000 for medicine and dentistry. • HKUST: 260,000. • PolyU, CityU and Hong Kong Baptist University: 240,000 (CityU veterinary medicine 400,000). • Chinese University of Hong Kong: 230,000 as reported in October 2026 (214,000 in 2026–27). • Education University of Hong Kong: 210,000, the lowest among the public universities. PhD: tuition is about HK$47,000–49,500 a year and is usually covered by scholarships or waivers. Living costs: university housing costs HK$17,000–51,000 per academic year, private housing HK$4,500–18,000 a month, and personal expenses HK$50,000–65,000 a year according to university estimates. The Hong Kong dollar is pegged to the US dollar (about HK$7.8 to US$1).
Working while studying
The basic rule in student visa conditions is no employment, with exceptions for students in full-time programmes at undergraduate level or above lasting at least one year: study-related internships endorsed by the university (up to one academic year or one-third of the programme), on-campus jobs of up to 20 hours a week, and unrestricted summer work from 1 June to 31 August. However, the government has temporarily exempted non-local postgraduates from these restrictions since 1 November 2023, and undergraduates since 1 November 2024: they may take part-time jobs with no limit on hours or location during their limit of stay, under a “No Objection Letter” (NOL) issued by ImmD through the university without a separate application. The exemption was still in force in November 2026, but it is temporary and subject to review, and it does not cover exchange students. After graduation: under IANG, non-local graduates of undergraduate or higher programmes who apply within six months of graduating can stay 24 months without a job offer; later, graduates can return with a degree-level job offer at market pay. The Top Talent Pass Scheme also admits graduates of leading universities worldwide.
Last verified: November 2026· Source
Guide to studying in Hong KongFaculties and programmes
11 faculties · 50 programmes
Faculties and programmes
11 faculties · 50 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences – Academy of Chinese, History, Religion and Philosophy
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishZHChinese- History
- Languages and Literature
- Philosophy
- Theology & Religious Studies
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences – Academy of Language and Culture (English; Translation, Interpreting & Intercultural Studies; Humanities & Creative Writing)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishZHChinese- Languages and Literature
- Translation
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences – Academy of Geography, Sociology and International Studies
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Geography· Bachelor, PhD
- International Relations· Bachelor, PhD
- Political Science
- Sociology
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences – Academy of Wellness and Human Development (Education Studies; Sport, PE & Health; Social Work; Psychology/Counselling)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishZHChinese- Curriculum & Instruction· Master, PhD
- Early Childhood Education· Master
- Educational Psychology· Master
- Psychology· Master, PhD
- Social Work
- Special Education· Master
- Sports Science
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School of Business – Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Economics
- Finance
School of Business – Department of Management, Marketing and Information Systems
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Artificial Intelligence· Master
- Business Management
- Entrepreneurship· Master
- Human Resource Management· Bachelor, Master
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, PhD
- Marketing
School of Chinese Medicine
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishZHChinese- Pharmacy
School of Communication (Depts of Communication Studies, Journalism, Interactive Media)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishZHChinese- Digital Media
- Game Development· Bachelor
- Journalism
- Public Relations· Bachelor, PhD
School of Creative Arts (Academy of Film, Academy of Music, Academy of Visual Arts)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Film & Television Production
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture)
- Music
- Theatre & Drama· Bachelor
Faculty of Science and Technology (Depts of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics)
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science· Bachelor
- Artificial Intelligence· Bachelor, Master
- Biology· Bachelor, PhD
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Data Science & Analytics· Bachelor, Master
- Environmental Science· Bachelor, Master
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, Master
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Public Health· Master
- Statistics· Bachelor, Master
Division of Transdisciplinary Undergraduate Programmes (Institute of Transdisciplinary Studies)
BachelorENEnglish- Data Science & Analytics
- Digital Media
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Coverage differs between programmes. Announced benefits: Full tuition, HK$52,500 a year.
Eligible levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Direct (non-JUPAS) admission application, Transcripts and certificates, Proof of English.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.hkbu.edu.hk. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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