Hong Kong Shue Yan University (“HKSYU”) conferred the degree of Doctor of Social Sciences, honoris causa, upon Dr Ko Wing-man at its 51st Graduation Ceremony and Honorary Doctorate Conferment Ceremony, held on 31 January 2026. The honorary doctorate was bestowed in recognition of his distinguished achievements in public health and healthcare policy, as well as his long-standing dedication to the well-being of the community.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) participated in the “Education & Careers Expo 2026”, held from 22 to 25 January (Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai.
The Department of Counselling and Psychology at Hong Kong Shue Yan University hosted the “Inclusion and Wellness: Integrated Strategies for SEN Support” seminar and workshop. Several experts shared practical insights on how to understand and support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), aiming to enhance their mental health and promote inclusive education. Nearly 300 educators and parents attended.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University has unveiled six newly constructed classrooms on the C Floor of its Library Complex, with an inauguration ceremony attended by senior management, department heads, and representatives from the architectural and construction teams.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University has received grants totalling nearly HK$4.9 million from the Education Bureau’s Quality Enhancement Support Scheme (QESS) to develop a one-stop cloud-based resource platform for industrial attachment (OCRPIA). This platform will consolidate internship and employment resources across academic and administrative departments, along with student portfolios, to enhance collaboration with external partners and strengthen students’ work-readiness and employability.
Four faculty members from Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) presented their research at a Workshop and Poster Session on the Competitive Research Funding Schemes (CRFS) for the Local Self-financing Degree Sector organised by the Research Grants Council (RGC) on 24 November 2025.
Dr Jason Chow, HKSYU Vice President (University Administration), attended the “T with you” Community Exhibition organized by Jockey Club Carer Space in Tsing Yi.
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.
HKSYU Info Day 2025 invites you to join the "Shue VS Yan" with new characters "Shue Zai" and "Yan Zai". Through exciting game competitions, explore your academic paths and enjoy learning at HKSYU, unleashing your best performance!
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.
In the 25-26 academic year, the University admitted over 1,800 new undergraduate students, a nearly 30% increase from last year. The total number of applicants exceeded 13,000, also up about 30% compared to last year.
"Keep Going from Here." What will your experience of your University path to HKSYU? Watch our undergraduate admissions promotional video to explore the exciting journey of studying at SYU and discover various reasons to choose us for your academic future!
We proudly congratulate our students on their outstanding achievement in the Inter-University Project Competition 2026 at Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU). The event was jointly organised by the Department of Business Administration at HKSYU and the Department of Information Systems at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK).
On 6 September 2025, the student team from the Department of Law and Business—comprising Dhillon Fatehkaran Singh, LIN Ruoqi, and WONG Nga-yin—earned notable recognition by securing second runner-up in paper writing and first runner-up in paper presentation at the Corporate Governance Paper Competition and Presentation Awards 2025, organised by the Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI).
Hong Kong Shue Yan University has welcomed a growing number of non-Chinese speaking students from diverse religious backgrounds, including Muslim students, in recent years. When Dr Philip LEE Tin-yun, Associate Head of the Department of Economics and Finance, learned that Muslim students were finding it difficult to access halal food in Hong Kong, he partnered with Mr Bosco TSIN Hingyan, Lecturer in the same department, to develop Islamic Compass HK. The mobile application helps users locate halal restaurants, prayer rooms, and hotels across the city, supporting Muslim students as they adapt to local life.
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.
The Office of Student Affairs at Hong Kong Shue Yan University hosted the Opening Ceremony of Mentorship Programme 2025/26, bringing together alumni mentors and students to explore career pathways and professional development.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) held its 2025/26 University Sports Teams Pledging Ceremony at Mrs Dorothy KOO and Dr Ti Hua KOO Plaza. The event brought together university management, faculty members, and student-athletes in a spirited show of unity and commitment, as athletes pledged to give their all in the upcoming season.
As the 15th National Games approaches, Hong Kong Shue Yan University is proud to have 37 participants serving as “group volunteers” for the Basketball (Men’s U22) Competition. This diverse team includes university management, staff, students, and alumni, all working together to support the event.
Charles Choi and Ginson Leung, graduates of Shue Yan's Business Administration Department in the 1990s, have lived in Canada for many years. Recently, they returned to their alma mater to revisit the scenery and vitality of the Braemar Hill campus.
The Industrial Attachment Office (IAO) at HKSYU debuted the event “Pathways to Success: Alumni Perspectives on Teaching Careers” in collaboration with the Departments of Chinese, English, and History, welcoming alumni from the three departments—now working as teachers—to return to campus and share their experiences. Their insights helped HKSYU students interested in the education sector better understand the Education Concentration.
