Admission Arrangements in 2025/26

JUPAS Applicants

Depending on the departments, students admitted to the normative 4-year bachelor’s degree programmes will either be enrolled in a major if the department offers one major, or study the common first year in a department and then choose majors available in the department after completing the first year of study.

Direct Admission to a Major

Admission to a Department (enter major after one year of study)

Based on the selection criteria stipulated by the University (CGPA with no failed grades and completion of at least 30 credit units including College/Department required courses), the top 40% of students will be allocated their first choice of major after one year of study. Other students are allocated a major subject to the availability of places and the selection criteria set by individual majors.

Direct/ Non-JUPAS Applicants

For undergraduate programmes, the direct application option is available for applicants who do not have the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or have HKDSE results but also possess other qualifications. These direct applicants are evaluated based on a range of credentials, which may include qualifications such as GCEAL, International Baccalaureate Diploma, sub-degree, Bachelor's degree, or other acceptable qualifications. In addition to these qualifications, performance on selection tests or interviews, where applicable, is also an important consideration in the assessment process. Click here for more admission details.

Non-Local/ Mainland Applicants

For non-local and Mainland Chinese applicants, there will be alternative admission routes that take into account the diverse educational qualifications from different countries and regions, which may include GCE, IB, SAT, Mainland Gaokao, National University Entrance Examination (NUEE) or other acceptable qualifications. In addition to the academic credentials, performance in interviews, where applicable, may also be considered. Visit non-local international admission and mainland admission [Non-Gaokao | Gaokao] for more details.

Admission with Advanced Standing

Students with a recognised qualification may be admitted to the University with advanced standing. 'Advanced Standing' is linked to the curriculum and graduation requirements. Two types of 'Advanced Standing' are available at CityUHK: Advanced Standing I (ASI) and Advanced Standing II (ASII). Click here for details about admission with Advanced Standing.