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Hong Kong University of Science & Technology - Hong Kong,
China
The London Times lists Hong Kong University of Science and
Technology (HKUST) among the top 50 universities in the world. The University is
housed in a hillside and waterfront complex overlooking Port Shelter on the
Clear Water Bay peninsula, less than 30 minutes' driving time from central Hong
Kong. Hong Kong is a vibrant city imbued with international outlook,
cosmopolitan lifestyle, and Chinese culture. This is one of our more competitive
exchange offerings; if you are interested in HKUST it is best to see your
advisor and apply well before the posted deadline.
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classes at HKUST are taught in English. The system is very similar to
ours in terms of credits and class management. Many business courses are
offered each semester. |
Exchange students in Hong Kong are eligible to work part-time. Jobs need
to be arranged through HKUST. |
HKUST offers on-campus residence halls with air conditioning, internet
access, and all the comforts of the halls found here. Off-campus housing
options are available but may be expensive. |
For more information, visit HKUST’s exchange program website.
What Smith students have to say about HKUST:
 “HKUST is known for its campus, it’s gorgeous. It really
hits you though when you move into your dorm and realize you are going to get to
look at the ocean every day for the next five months. They are very friendly and
go above and beyond to make the exchanges feel welcome. The main point is to
immerse yourself in a culture and learn something new – you get a chance to be
in a whole new country and have to learn how they are and how they think. That
helps when you make global friends, which is the most important thing to do
while you’re there! It’s worth it just to go, just meet people and learn about
their lives and how they view my life; it’s interesting to learn how they view
lives in America and what opportunities they think we have -- makes me
appreciate my life.”
- Christina Lam, Class of 2010
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