Summer School Exchange: Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST)

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a dynamic, international research university, leading the advance of science, technology, business and humanities. HKUST Summer School welcomes students from partner institutions to study at HKUST in summer. The program aims to create a rewarding exchange experience for students from around the world. It comprises high-quality courses taught by HKUST instructors and opportunities to participate in local excursions that enable students to gain insight into the region.  The summer school courses are offered in various subject areas including Science, Engineering, Business, Humanities and Social Sciences.

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Credit Equivalency
3 HKUST credits=0.5 UofT FCE.  Students should enrol in 3 HKUST credits (0.5 UofT FCE) or 6 HKUST credits (1.0 UofT FCE) on exchange.

Please note, there will be no course add/drop period for HKUST Summer School students. Students are required to submit their study plan during online application. Once the study plan is submitted, no changes to the study plan will be accommodated. 

Available Courses
Refer to HKUST Summer School website for a full list of courses. Please note, Business courses are only open to students majoring in business/commerce/management.

Housing
On-campus housing is guaranteed, but specific room type and/or location cannot be guaranteed. All participants will be assigned to a double room (or a triple room with double occupation) in a student hall for the whole program duration.  Find more information on the ISP accommodation page.

Fees
Summer tuition (equivalent to taking 0.5 FCE or 1.0 FCE U of T course) is paid to U of T. Housing, visa application fee and insurance fee will be paid to HKUST.

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Please note, this is a Summer School Exchange option. In a Summer School Exchange, each host institution allocates a limited number of spots for U of T students, and the Centre for International Experience (CIE) selects students to fill these spaces. You apply through Mobility Online and are selected internally by CIE. If chosen, you will be formally nominated to the host institution for their summer program. Spaces are limited and not guaranteed.

Fees
Nominated students must pay the tuition & incidental fees to U of T by the Summer Payment Deadline.  You can find the summer tuition information on the Fees & Payments page. While tuition is paid to U of T, you are still responsible for additional costs as specified by the host institution, such as housing, excursions, and administrative fees. You will also be responsible for the cost of flights, visas (if applicable) and other general cost of living while abroad.

Students will be eligible to apply for the needs-based IE Award.

Transfer Credit
Exchange students must have their courses formally pre-assessed and approved for transfer credit before their departure. CIE Learning Abroad will send instructions on this process once you are selected.

If you wish to find more Summer Exchange Programs, please search the “Find Your Experience” tool here. To Learn more about Independent Summer School options, find more information here.

Location

Country(ies): Hong Kong
City: Hong Kong
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: 4 or 8 weeks (June-Aug)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Application: February 3, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: Other administrative fees paid to HKUST
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering (Undergrad), Arts and Science (St. George, Undergrad), Faculty of Information (Undergrad), Faculty of Law (JD), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education (Undergrad), Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, Rotman Commerce, School of Graduate Studies, UTM (Undergrad), UTSC (Undergrad)
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25