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Our latest endeavors to make a difference in the ever-changing world

HKUST Introduces Asia’s  First  “AI Lecturers” in Class to Promote Teaching Innovation
2024-03-08
Following the birth of “AI singers” and “AI weather presenters”, adding to the ever-expanding AI (Artificial Intelligence) family is the inaugural cohort of “AI Lecturers” created by The Hong Kong
HKUST Presents "Fortune Buns" at Intercultural Fair (Chinese Version Only)
2024-03-13
農曆新年剛過,長洲「搶包山」便提早上演?香港科技大學(科大)本周舉辦了一連兩日的「理學院環球文化交流祭」,讓本地和非本地生聚首一堂,出盡自家法寶展現家鄉的獨特傳統、藝術、音樂和美食。其中,科大更設計了一座兩米高的小型「包山」,介紹太平清醮這項獨特的香港傳統文化和習俗,更免費派發由科大校友在長洲製作、印有「理」字的特製平安包,寓意「包理平安」,為同學送上祝福。
HKUST Holds Inauguration Ceremony for its First New Cornerstone Science Laboratory
2024-03-15
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) held the inauguration ceremony today for the establishment of its first New Cornerstone Science Laboratory as Prof. DAI Xi, Chair Professor
HKUST Researchers Develop New Integration Technique for Efficient Coupling of III-V and Silicon
2024-02-16
Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have developed a new integration technique for efficient integration of III-V compound semiconductor devices and silicon,
2024-02-02
A Year of Innovation and Breakthrough
HKUST Prof. LAU Kei May Elected to the US National Academy of Engineering
2024-02-07
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Prof. LAU Kei May, Professor Emerita of the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering and Research Professor of the Division of
HKUST Welcomes The 2024-2025 Budget
2024-02-28
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) warmly embraces the array of measures introduced by Financial Secretary Mr. Paul Chan in today's Budget (February 28) to enhance Hong Kong's

From Vision to Action: Fueling Global Impact

We cultivate a diverse community dedicated to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering global citizenship, community engagement, and driving positive societal impact.

academics

We offer a wide variety of study options to let you acquire a breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise to reach your full potential

With cutting edge research and an insatiable curiosity for scientific discovery, our innovative minds open the door to infinite possibilities and change what we know about the world.

We solve human problems, big and small, by blending creative ideas and novel applications into practical engineering solutions which will improve the way we live.

We develop visionary and principled leaders who aspire to build businesses with impact and shape the future of work in ways that meet society’s evolving needs.

By gaining a profound understanding of the world’s social, economic, and environmental complexities through an interdisciplinary approach, we tackle global challenges with creativity and critical thinking skills.

We develop new knowledge, skills, perspectives, and ways of thinking required to understand multifaceted issues of today and solve them in a multidisciplinary way.

Bringing together the world’s foremost scientists and scholars to spearhead and publicize fundamental and applied research, we can push the limits of human knowledge further.

We contribute to better decision-making in the public sector on key challenges confronting the region, through rigorous interdisciplinary and evidence-based approaches to policy research and education.

Life@UST

A vibrant and colorful student life goes far beyond classrooms and textbooks

Fitness and Lifestyle
Fitness and Lifestyle

Mental health is equally important just as our physical fitness. Learn how to maintain a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle to manage our life, learning, and work effectively.

Living on Campus
Living on Campus

From housing to dining and all the socializing that goes on in between, get to know your life and surroundings, facilities and resources for the time outside of the classroom.

Community Outreach
Community Outreach

We aim to build civic awareness and develop sustainable partnerships with the wider community, deepening student learning while promoting a benevolent world. Students will learn to apply knowledge and skills to serve the public good.

Entrepreneurship

We provide a breeding ground for nascent entrepreneurs who aspire to become the global leaders of tomorrow and create a positive impact on the world
1,645
Active HKUST Start-up Companies Established by HKUST Staff, Students and Alumni or Incubated by HKUST Programs or Facilities
9
Strong Leadership in Unicorns
HKD400B
Economic Impact by HKUST Start-ups

GLOBAL CHALLENGES

We harness technology and innovation to solve today’s critical global issues

events

There’s a lot going on at our University. From academic to leisure activities, it’s all happening here

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About HKUST

We provide a breeding ground for innovative global leaders of tomorrow
2nd
World’s Top 600+ Young Universities in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023
29th
Global University Employability Ranking 2023 (No.1 in Hong Kong, No.3 in Greater China) designed by the HR consultancy Emerging and published by Times Higher Education
7th
Asia’s Top 500+ Universities (No. 3 in Hong Kong) in Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2023

global connections

We actively forge global partnerships to encourage academic and research collaborations, knowledge transfer, and cultural exchanges
80+
Nationalities of Students
300+
Partnerships
~40%
Graduates with Exchange-out Experience
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