Application

Coming opening: Study Abroad Scheme, Semester II 2025/26

Application Deadline: To be announced

Closed

Timeline

For Semester I or whole academic year

For Semester II

Step 1

Research, preparation and decision making
Sep – Dec
Feb – Jun
  1. Choose preferred countries/ regions
  2. Study the websites of host institutions (application criteria, major available, application deadlines, etc.)
  3. Shortlist top three host institutions (note: your 1st option is the most important one)
  4. Browse available courses, propose study plan and consult department coordinator on credit transfer
  5. Estimate the expenses for the whole exchange period
  6. Sit for language proficiency test
  7. Attend information session organized by CGE in early September/ mid-January

Step 2

Application submission
Jan – Feb
Jul – Aug
  1. Submit application to CGE

Step 3

Interview
Mar – Apr
Sep – Oct
  1. Attend individual or group interview (interviews will be conducted mainly in English. If you apply for exchange in Mainland China or Taiwan, the interview will be conducted in Mandarin)
  2. CGE will ask shortlisted candidates to sign “Consent Form” and “Written Pledge.” Shortlisted candidates should review their budget plan, academic requirements at the host institution and HKSYU, visa and medical requirements before they sign the documents. Note: it is important to contact departmental coordinator on credit transfer possibilities as early as possible

Step 4

Apply to host institution
Apr – May
Oct – Nov
  1. After receiving the signed documents, CGE will nominate students to their host institutions
  2. Either CGE or the host institutions will contact the nominees regarding the submission of applications to host institutions
  3. Nominees should submit applications and supporting documents to the host institutions before the specific deadlines

Step 5

Accept the offer
May – Jul
Nov – Dec
  1. Host institution will issue Letter of Acceptance or email confirmation to successful applicants
  2. Attend Pre-departure Briefing held by CGE for knowing more important information regarding the exchange
  3. Arrange for accommodation, insurance, visa and transportation

Step 6

Get ready and go
Jul – Aug
Dec – Jan
  1. Receive admission and course enrollment information from host institutions
  2. Pay the tuition fees to HKSYU and re-validate student card before departure
  3. Apply for subsidies/ scholarships
  4. Inform your academic department and the Registry about your exchange and drop all the courses in HKSYU during the add/ drop period

Step 7

During exchange
Sep – Dec
Jan – Jun
  1. Submit Credit Transfer Form (Part I & II) to department coordinator when you get the FULL course outlines
  2. Contact HKSYU if you encounter any problems
  3. Enjoy the exchange

Step 8

Return to HKSYU
After your exchange
Jul – Sep
  1. Prepare for your return in advance
  2. Complete Part III of the Credit Transfer Form and submit the completed Credit Transfer Form with transcript to CGE
  3. Provide feedback to CGE
  4. Share your experience

FAQs

  • Good academic standing and diligent learner
  • Motivation for studying abroad
  • Good planning and communication skills
  • Outgoing personality
  • Good character

Your future application may be seriously affected.