The Board of Governors of Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) has approved the appointment of Dr Hu Fai-chung, Deputy President, as Acting President of the University, effective immediately.
Dr Henry Hu Hung-lick, the President of Hong Kong Shue Yan University, passed away peacefully on 27 July 2025 with his family by his side. Dr Hu will be sadly missed by all staff, students and alumni of the University.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) announces that, following the release of this year’s HKDSE results, the university will conclude its first-round application on Monday, 21 July. As of midday, the university has received in excess of 10,000 eligible applications, submitted via both in-person and online platform, representing a 12% increase compared to the previous year.
The 4th Hong Kong Youth Chinese Culture and Tourism Knowledge Competition took place from July 4 to 5 at the Hong Kong Shue Yan University. Co-organized by HKSYU and the Intangible Cultural Heritage Office, the event, officiated by esteemed guests including Ms Choi Yuk-lin, Hong Kong's Secretary for Education, Mr Cheng Yong-nam, Vice Chairman and General Manager of the Hong Kong Ta Kung Wen Wei Media Group and Dr Jason Chow Tak-sang, HKSYU Vice President (University Administration). Dr Lee Ka-man, HKSYU Assistant Vice President and Dr Au Chi-kin, Associate Professor of Department of History, HKSYU served as judges of the competition. This event was organized by the Hong Kong Ta Kung Wen Wei Media Group to engage over 8,500 students from more than 230 schools across the city, promoting Chinese culture and tourism knowledge in a fun and interactive way.
The "ICH June" Intangible Cultural Heritage Summit was held at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum in Shatin. As a co-organizing institution for this event, HKSYU senior management, including Academic Vice President Professor Selina Chan Ching, Assistant Vice President Dr Lee Ka-man, Deputy Head of the Department of History Dr Pang Suk-man, scholars, students, alumni, and representatives from media, public relations and academic circles attended the summit to discuss the "Development in protection and protection in development" of intangible cultural heritage.
HKSYU hosted the kick-off ceremony for the “Jockey Club Playful Minds Social Emotional Learning Programme”—Hong Kong’s first programme designed for Primary Three and Four students to promote social-emotional education through gamification. Over 200 representatives from the education sector and schools attended the event.
The HKSYU “Chinese Martial Arts and Sports Culture Communication” research project hosted a virtual guided tour workshop on January 23rd, which invited teachers and students from Caritas Chong Yuet Ming Secondary School and S.K.H. St. Michael's Primary School to the University’s Digital Imaging Laboratory. They learned about virtual guided tours and used AI and VR technologies to explore martial arts organizations and notable Chinese martial artists. The workshop aimed to preserve Chinese culture and promote digital humanities and interdisciplinary exchange.
On 27th September, Hong Kong Shue Yan University celebrated the renaming of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Evidence-based Practice and Research in honour of Mrs Dorothy Koo and Dr Ti Hua Koo, who donated HK$35 million to support the University’s development.
Global academic platform Research.com has placed Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) 13th nationwide in the field of Psychology in its 2024 rankings of top universities by academic discipline.
HKSYU is offering 20 undergraduate programmes, and we welcome all HKDSE or sub-degree students/graduates apply for year 1/2/3 entry.
BSocSc (Hons) in Forensic and Investigative Psychology will guide students to the journey of criminal justice system through the five areas of psychology: crime, police, victim, courtroom, and rehabilitation.
BSc (Hons) in Digital Solutions for Entertainment and Game Applications will provide knowledge and skills in game development and design, as well as the application of games in social science and business areas.
Eligible international students can now apply HKSYU 25/26 cohort of the International Foundation Year Programme (IFYP) or undergraduate programmes. Open admissions until 30th June!
Check the latest programme features, curriculum, internship and exchange opportunities and student sharing from admissions videos of 12 departments
The Antiquities and Monuments Office and Hong Kong Shue Yan University co-hosted a workshop using 3D scanning technology in paleontological research, the workshop allowed the public to experience the fusion of cultural relics and technology, while also understanding the application of 3D scanning in conservation and research.
The Department of Counselling and Psychology at HKSYU recently held a thematic course focusing on students with mental illness, supporting primary teachers in dealing with Special Educational Needs (SEN) students, and promoting school health. Fruity, an adorable 6-year-old Labrador companion dog who stole hearts in the classroom, became the highlight of the session.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University’s Department of Journalism and Communication hosted the inaugural graduation exhibition for the "Media Design and Immersive Technology (MDIT)" programme. The theme "Reimagine" showcased students’ creative work in areas such as popular culture, eco-ecology, and healthy living. Through immersive technologies, the exhibition invited stakeholders to reimagine everyday life and the real world.
The Department of Chinese Language and Literature at Hong Kong Shue Yan University recently hosted a public talk by Professor Imre Galambos, Emeritus Professor of the University of Cambridge and Chair Professor at Zhejiang University.
The exhibition “Seeing is Creating: Textual-Visual Narratives of Hong Kong/Children’s Literature”, organized by Dr. Michelle CHAN from the Department of English and Literature at HKSYU, was held at Parallel Space in Sham Shui Po. This exhibition featured copies of magazines, books, and booklets from different eras, showcasing the rich collaboration between pictures and texts in Hong Kong children’s literature. By exploring these texts, visitors gained a strong understanding and appreciation of the creativity and significance of both narratives in storytelling.
Five alumni from the Master in Counselling Psychology programme—Helen Sin-hang Kwok, Isaac C.Y. Yu, Shirley Wong (2012), Louis Huang (2015), and Jasmin T. Fong (2017)—launched their new book on July 21, 2025, at the Hong Kong Book Fair 2025.
The Department of Counselling and Psychology at HKSYU commemorated the inaugural postgraduate alumni dinner with over 130 attendees. The event provided an excellent opportunity to reconnect with fellow graduates and to engage with distinguished faculty members, including Professor Sun Tien-lun, Senior Vice President, and Professor Tang So-kum, Vice President (Graduate School). The evening culminated in a captivating performance by Dr Fu Wai, who presented four exquisite songs, leaving a lasting impression.
We are proud to announce that 233 outstanding HKSYU students have been awarded scholarships under the Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS) for the 2024-25 Academic Year, with a total amount of HKD4.79 million.
The USFHK Annual Prize Presentation Ceremony 2024-2025 was held in April at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The event celebrated team and individual achievements from this academic year's competitions and honored Dr. GONG Xiao-en, Director of Physical Education of HKSYU, with the "Long Service Award."
Faye Cheng, a recent English graduate, undertook an internship with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in Bangkok in 2023
