Outbound Student Exchange
Departmental-Level
The Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering (ACE) encourages our students to join its student exchange programme to enhance students' international perspective, global competitiveness and multicultural awareness.
Where Can I Go?
ACE students may apply departmental-level exchange with the following partner institutions:
| Country | Partner Institutions | Available Quotas for 2025-2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Australia |
Link to student exchange: https://www.monash.edu/study-abroad/inbound |
1 (I-level, ACE Quota) |
|
The University of New South Wales Link to student Exchange: https://www.unsw.edu.au/study/international-students/study-abroad |
1 (I-level, ACE Quota) | |
|
Western Sydney University Link to student Exchange: https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/globalmobility/studyabroad/home |
1 (I-level, ACE Quota) | |
| Korea |
Link to student exchange: https://www.inu.ac.kr/inuengl/8533/subview.do |
2 |
| Singapore |
National University of Singapore Link to student Exchange: https://nus.edu.sg/gro/global-programmes/student-exchange/incoming-exchangers Department of the Built Environment:
|
4 (I-level, ACE Quota) & 4 (Dept-level) |
| Taiwan |
National Cheng Kung University Link to student Exchange: https://oia.ncku.edu.tw/p/404-1032-230512.php?Lang=en Department of Civil Engineering: |
8 |
| United Kingdom |
Link to student Exchange: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/international/study-abroad-and-exchange/exchange
Students should have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies before the start of the exchange. CGPA Requirement: Minimum CGPA of 3.3 English Language Requirement: Level 1: TOEFL: 92 (IBT) with at least 24 in Reading & Writing and 20 in Speaking & Listening IELTS: Overall 6.5 with no band below 6.0 Some programmes require a higher level of English language qualifications: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/study-abroad-at-ucl/subjects Students should take courses offered by the Faculty of Engineering: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/engineering/
|
4(C-Level, ACE Quota) |
Am I Eligible ?
Please click to know more about "Eligibility & Selection Criteria"
Financial Support
Financial support is available from the University. Please visit the Global Engagement Office's website. (For Local full-time students on government-funded programmes only).
Budgeting:
Though you are exempted from paying tuition fee to your host institution, you are required to remain enrolled at CityU by paying tuition fee and the study-related fees. To prepare your exchange studies, you may consider the following expenses:
- Travel expenses (including local transportation costs)
- Accommodation, food and other daily expenses
- Medical and travel insurance
- Passport and visa fees
- Study-related fees required by your host institution
- Personal spending
Application Procedures
Please refer to the website of College of Engineering (CENG)
Course Plan and Credit Transfer
Before Departure:
A feasible study plan ensures you to progress towards graduation smoothly. Exchange students are required to consult your Programme Leader regarding the suitability of the proposed exchange study and procedures relating to your application. The discussion should include your tentative course plan, credit transfer arrangements and FYP Progress Plan. Students are requested to complete and return a duly signed 'Study Plan' to the General Office at least ONE MONTH before your departure.
While on Exchange:
- Keep your exchange course syllabus and relevant documents.
- To support the credit transfer application upon your return to Cityu, you are required to submit an efficient transcript issued by the host institution. You may also required to submit course materials, outlines, course syllabus, and other relevant documents. So, please keep on those documents.
Return from Exchange:
After completing your exchange study, you are required to attach the official transcript and other documentation to the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering for consideration and endorsement.
College-Level Student Exchange Programmes (C-level)
Please refer to the website of College of Engineering (CENG).
Institutional-Level Student Exchange Programmes (I-level)
Please refer to the website of(GEO).
For More information
Please visit the following websites:
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ACE Student Exchange Coordinator
Dr. WANG Jianfeng Jeff
Tel : (852) 3442 7609
Email : acedept@cityu.edu.hk
Enquiries
Department of ACE, CityU
B6301, 6/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building
83 Tat Chee Avenue,
Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong