[Summer Program] Hong Kong Baptist University Summer Programmes 2024 in Hong Kong
July 2-July 31 2024
Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong, is inviting Saint Mary’s students to participate in their Summer Programme 2024.
Experience an unforgettable summer at HKBU in vibrant Hong Kong. Immerse yourself in a world-class metropolis where East meets West. From UNESCO Global Geopark Tour to Thrilling Theme Park adventure, embark on a journey filled with exciting activities.
HKBU’s summer programme offers unique opportunities to enrich your education in a dynamic, international environment. Join them at HKBU for a summer like no other.
Courses offered (as of January 29 2024):
Faculty Course Title
Social Science Adventures, Treasures, and Archaeology in China
Social Science Introduction to Modern Chinese History
Social Science History of Hong Kong since 1900
Science Making a Smart Decision
Arts Practical Putonghua
Arts Introductory Mandarin for Non-Chinese Speakers (Part I)
Arts Introductory Cantonese for Non-Chinese Speakers
Arts Reading Chinese Literature in Translation
Communication Visual Communication
Communication Studies in Communication, Media, and Journalism
Business Business Communication
Business Marketing Management
Business Fighting Poverty and Striving for a Sustainable Society
Creative Arts The Synergy of Chinese Arts and Literature as Self-Expression
Creative Arts Introduction to Anglophone Popular Music
Creative Arts Screen Acting Workshop
Note
Supporting documents might be requested to prove that pre-requisite requirements are met.
Level 1 (i.e., 1000-series) courses are introductory-level courses, while Level 2 (i.e., 2000-series) courses are intermediate-level courses.
Target group:
Undergraduate students in good academic standing who will have completed 1-2 years of Bachelor studies by the end of Winter 2024.
Language of instruction:
English
Fees and costs:
SMU students pay SMU tuition at SMU via the banner account. The amount of SMU tuition is determined based on the number of transfer credit hours earned from the program.
The host university will not assess a separate tuition fee; however, a program fee of US$1,500 (approx. CAD$2,020) is payable at the host university. This fee will cover on-campus accommodation in the Hong Kong Baptist University's Undergraduate Halls, a number of activities, and Hong Kong visa fees.
Students will also be responsible for meals, international/local travel, insurance, $100 study abroad admin fee and personal expenses.
Immigration:
You must obtain a student visa issued by the Hong Kong Immigration Department before travelling to Hong Kong to begin your studies. You will submit your visa application documents to the HKBU International Office. See additional information here https://intl.hkbu.edu.hk/student-exchange/incoming-students/preparing-for-your-exchange-at-hkbu/visa.
Program brochure:
Program website:
Visit https://intl.hkbu.edu.hk/summer-programmes/hkbu-summer-programme.
Transfer credits:
Students may be able to earn credits to the extent that those credits are applicable to the program requirements of your SMU degree. Please meet with your academic advisor of your program (visit https://www.smu.ca/academics/academic-advising.html) to see if any of your remaining degree requirements can be completed at another university. If your advisor confirms that there is room for transfer credits in your degree, you will request approval to take courses for transfer credits by submitting a Letter of Permission Request Form (found here https://www.smu.ca/academics/student-forms.html) to the SMU Records Office as soon as your acceptance is confirmed.
Funding:
Available
How to apply:
Interested students should submit the SMU Exchange Program application* by February 15 2024 to the Global Learning Office.
*To complete your application, you will:
fill out your Study Abroad Application (https://studio.smu.ca/s/StudyAbroadApplication2021.pdf)
write a one-page letter of intent (Tip: book an appointment with The Writing Centre or ask if personal statement workshops are coming up https://studio.smu.ca/wc-student-tutoring)
print in pdf your unofficial transcript from banner and
prepare your resume.
Once you have all four pieces of application documents, upload them at the application link here https://smuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55UpfboKu5sImUe.
In addition to the above, please have two letters of reference emailed to Global@smu.ca. At least one letter needs to be written by your Saint Mary’s course instructor.
If you want to know more about what should be included in your letter of intent, or if your professor would like to know what to include in their reference letter, please refer to the Study Abroad Information Package found here https://studio.smu.ca/apply.
What happens after you apply?
If you are selected, you will be nominated to the host university by the SMU Global Learning Office, and the rest of the pre-departure steps will be explained.
Questions?
Email the Global Learning Office at Global@smu.ca.
