JUPAS Admission
Overview
CityUHK is one of the participating institutions in the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) which is a scheme for local students with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination results
(past and / or current) to apply for admission.
Non-local students taking HKDSE examination should apply to CityUHK direct via our online application system.
General Entrance Requirements
JUPAS applicants applying to CityUHK must meet the minimum General Entrance Requirements and programme specific requirements, if any.
Level 3
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Level 2
Attained
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Unspecified electives may include Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1 / M2) and Category C other language subjects. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only. Applied Learning (ApL) subjects are not counted as elective subjects, unless otherwise specified.
Past results of Liberal Studies (Level 2 or above) are accepted for meeting the Citizenship and Social Development subject requirement in the General Entrance Requirements.
Yet, results obtained in HKDSE Liberal Studies or HKDSE Citizenship and Social Development are not counted in the admission score calculation.
Scoring Scale
Category A Core / Elective Subjects :
5** = 8.5 ; 5* = 7 ; 5 = 5.5 ; 4 = 4 ; 3 = 3 ; 2 = 2 ; 1 = 1
Category C Other Languages Subjects :
• Japanese: N1 = 7 ; N2 = 5.5 ; N3 = 4
• Korean: 6 = 7 ; 5 = 5.5 ; 4 = 4 ; 3 = 3
• French/German/Spanish: C2 = 7 ; C1 = 5.5 ; B2 = 4 ; B1 = 3 ; A2 = 3
Alternative Qualifications in Chinese Language (ACL) Replacing HKDSE Chinese Language (for Non-Chinese Speaking Applicants only):
• GCEAL: Grade A* / A = 5 ; B / C = 4 ; D / E = 3
• GCEASL: Grade A = 5 ; B = 4 ; C / D / E = 3
• IGCSE / GCSE / GCEOL: Level 9 / 8 / 7 = 4 ; Level 6 / 5 / 4 = 3
• HKDSE Applied Learning: Attained / Attained with Distinction = 3
If more than one admission score is available for an applicant based on this calculation, the best result will be considered.
Admission is competitive. Possession of the minimum qualifications in no way guarantees acceptance.
Programme Entrance Requirements
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JUPAS Score Calculator
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Programme Entrance Requirements
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JUPAS Score Calculator
Please enter your HKDSE results to calculate the main admission score.
Please note that the admission score is calculated only when the results meet the programme entrance requirements.
Please note that the admission score is calculated only when the results meet the programme entrance requirements.
If you do not take Citizenship and Social Development but possess Level 2 or above in Liberal Studies, please select “Attained” for Citizenship and Social Development.
Enter maximum 4 elective subjects with the best results if you have taken more than 4 elective subjects.
Note:
Non-Chinese speaking students can use GCE, GCSE and IGCSE Chinese or HKDSE Applied Learning Chinese to replace HKDSE Chinese Language to meet the Chinese language entrance requirement. Click here for the score conversion.
Flexible Admissions Arrangement
JUPAS applicants who attain excellent overall results in HKDSE but slightly fall short of the programme entrance requirements
may still be considered for admission.
No application is required. Eligible applicants will be identified after
the modification of programme choices (after release of HKDSE examination results).
Eligibility Criteria
- only one HKDSE subject (core or elective subjects), except "Citizenship and Social Development", graded below the minimum programme entrance requirements by one level
- an admission score higher than the weighted median admission score of the respective programme in the previous admission exercise
- Band A programmes
- good assessment performance for the programme(s) concerned
Local JUPAS applicants admitted under the flexible admissions arrangement may also receive a scholarship if their HKDSE results meet the criteria for the CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents.
Note: Meeting the eligibility criteria of the Flexible Admissions Arrangement does not warrant admission. Admission decision is made based on applicants’ admission scores, non-academic achievements and interview / test performance, if applicable and other factors considered by individual programmes.
Interview for applicants nominated through the School Principal's Nominations Scheme and School Nominations Direct Admission Scheme
Admission Arrangements
JUPAS applicants are considered for admission to first-year studies in a Bachelor’s degree programme. Depending on the programme, students are either admitted directly to a major in the first year or admitted to a college / school / department with an undeclared major (enter a major after one year of study).
Students who wish to be considered for Joint Bachelor's Degree programmes must be enrolled in the majors concerned.
Application Procedures
Applicants who wish to submit their applications to JUPAS should check eligibility for application at the JUPAS website.
Eligible local HKDSE students should submit their applications via JUPAS following the application procedures and timeline.
Non-local students and students who are currently enrolled in full-time bachelor's degree programmes offered under JUPAS are not eligible to apply via JUPAS.
When submitting the JUPAS application, an applicant can choose a maximum of 20 programme choices. Please check out the programmes offered by CityUHK and their entrance requirements. CityUHK will consider information provided in the application and some programmes will invite selected applicants for interviews.
More details are available at the JUPAS website.
Interview Arrangements
Individual programmes may conduct interviews for selected applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email or phone.
Please ensure that the e-mail address and telephone no. provided in your JUPAS application are valid and check e-mail regularly.
Fees and Scholarships
Curriculum Structure of Bachelor's Degree Programmes
JUPAS applicants are considered for admission to first-year studies in a Bachelor’s degree programme.
The curriculum structure of a four-year degree programme is as follows.
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Gateway Education | 30 credit units |
| College / School and Major Requirements | The major requirement, plus any college / school requirement, should fall within the range of 54 – 72 credit units; and the major should not be less than 27 credit units. However, the college / school may propose a higher limit to meet the requirements of professional accreditation, or for a degree with a normal study duration longer than 4 years, subject to Senate’s approval. Please refer to the respective majors webpages for details. |
| Minor (optional) | 15 - 18 credit units |
| Free Electives | Taken to fulfil the remaining credit requirements for graduation, if necessary |
| Minimum Credit Units for Graduation | 120 credit units, depending on major |
Special Consideration / Admission Schemes
Special Consideration
SPN is a scheme which gives due recognition to applicants who have contributed to social services or made outstanding achievements in non-academic areas such as sports, music, social services, creative activities, other cultural activities, or who have demonstrated leadership abilities.
School applicants who have the qualities mentioned above may be considered for nomination by their school principals. Nominated students may be given a conditional offer before the announcement of the HKDSE examination results, subject to meeting the stipulated conditions.
SAAS aims to recognize student athletes with outstanding sports achievements for pursuing higher education at CityUHK. Applicants would receive special admissions consideration based on their sport achievements under the scheme.
Applicants with a disability may submit information in relation to their disability to JUPAS office on a voluntary basis that they may receive offers as a result of the special considerations given by the Institutions.
Applicants' performances in OEA will be considered in addition to their academic results in the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their OEA information (maximum 10 items) via their JUPAS accounts before the specified deadline. Applicants may be given special consideration for granting conditional offers based on their outstanding OEA.
Special Admission Schemes
SNDAS is a school nominations scheme introduced by the Education Bureau (EDB). It aims at recognising the talent of local students that could not be fully assessed by the HKDSE. Firm offers will be given to successful SNDAS student nominees in June, prior to the release of the HKDSE Examination results.
For 2025 entry, CityUHK has 55 programmes joining SNDAS. Each local secondary school has two quotas for nominating students.
SALSA is initiated by the University Grants Committee to offer university education opportunities to elite athletes of Hong Kong in quest of their dual career development in sports and in academics. Firm offers will be given to successful applicants under the scheme
