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Hong Kong
We have been welcoming students from Hong Kong since the University was founded and received its Royal Charter in 1966. The campus is located overlooking the elegant city of Bath, one of only three UNESCO World Heritage cities in the world. Studying here offers you academic excellence with courses that are focused on providing you with the skills you need for your future career. You will also have access to outstanding sports and arts facilities and the opportunity to be part of a vibrant international community.
Student numbers
| Undergraduate | 192 |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Taught | 17 |
| Postgraduate Research | 3 |
Agent locations
Your contact in Bath
Virginia Irwin
As the country manager, Virginia usually visits Hong Kong at least twice a year.
Please don't hesitate to contact Virginia with any questions you might have about studying here.
Studying here
Find out more about studying at a prestigious university that is both intellectually and culturally stimulating.
Our International Office provides support before you arrive and throughout your studies.
Student profiles
Key facts
International Student Advice Service
Our international student advice team support all our international students during their studies. They have drop-in sessions or appointments on campus and have a number of useful services available:
- pre-arrival advice and support
- cultural and social orientation
- advice and checking service for visa applications and extensions
- general advice on invalid visas, refusals and appeals
- welfare and support issues
Careers
It is important to consider your career options when deciding where to study.
The University of Bath offers support and careers guidance to home and international students as well as assistance in finding part-time work:
Societies
The Chinese Student Society has been established for over 15 years with members from Hong Kong, Britain, Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and Malaysia. The society promotes Chinese culture in the University and provides help and support to Chinese students during their time here.
Country Visits
We usually visit Hong Kong twice a year. This often involves attending the Education UK exhibitions run by the British Council, as well as conducting interviews and presentations.
Entry requirements
These requirements will vary from subject to subject. You also need to look at course entry requirements in our undergraduate and postgraduate prospectuses.
Undergraduate Degrees
A Levels; International Baccalaureate (IB); Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE); Hong Kong A-levels |
We welcome applications from students taking A Level examinations, the HKDSE and the IB for direct entry onto our undergraduate programmes. Details of the grades or points required for A Levels and IB can be found in our undergraduate prospectus. Our general entry requirements for students with the HKDSE would be: level 4-5 in 3 elective subjects, plus 4-5* in Mathematics. The extended paper in Mathematics at level 5 may also be requested for subjects requiring a high level of Mathematics. Students with Hong Kong A Levels will also be considered and we are aware that grades do not always equate directly with UK A Levels. For Maths and Science subjects we may be able to consider the grade below as equivalent to our UK A Level requirements. |
Postgraduate Taught Degrees
Bachelors degree |
We will consider holders of a Bachelors degree for entry to a Masters degree. We normally look for the equivalent of a first or second class degree. If you have studied recently for your Bachelors degree in a university where the medium of instruction is English, we will not normally require you to meet additional conditions for English Language, such as an IELTS test. |
Postgraduate Research Degrees
Masters level qualification from a prestigious university |
In many cases, we require a Masters level qualification from a prestigious university for PhD entry. We expect evidence of some research experience (for example through a Masters degree project). Before applying to us, it is worth identifying a potential supervisor in the department to ensure that we have the expertise and resource you need. |
English language requirements
To study on the International Foundation Year you will need a minimum IELTS score of 5.5.
The minimum English Language requirement for our undergraduate courses is IELTs 6.0 - 7.0 or an equivalent qualification.
We also accept the following in place of IELTS:
Hong Kong Examinations Authority Advanced Use of English - Grade C or above.
Hong Kong Certificate of Education English Language (Syllabus B) - Level 3 or above.
All postgraduate taught applicants must meet our English requirements (IELTS 6.5-7.0) You can do this by taking IELTS or TOEFL exams or by attending a pre-sessional programme in our English Language Centre.
English Language requirements may vary depending on the course you wish to apply for so please check individual courses for more details.
Scholarships and funding
Prospective international students are eligible for a number of scholarships. Most of these are for postgraduate taught students. Departments may also offer specific scholarships for their students. Find out more about Scholarships and Bursaries.
These are some of the scholarship and funding options available to students from your country:
International Scholarship Scheme
We are offering 75 masters scholarships worth £3,000 each. This will be offered as a discount in tuition fees. The scholarships are for one year only.
More details of the International Scholarship Scheme.
Sir Jack Cater Scholarship for graduates of Hong Kong University
This is a specific scholarship for graduates from Hong Kong University. It is worth £3,000, and is awarded to a taught postgraduate applicant each year. It will be in the form of a discount in tuition fees; it is for one year only and cannot be deferred to a later year.
Next steps
Choose a programme of study
Applying
Applications for all of our programmes of study can be made online.
Complete an application for the Bath Foundation Year.
You should apply through UCAS for all of our undergraduate programmes.
Postgraduates should apply directly to the University.
Already applied
If you have already applied for a programme of study then you can check on your progress using Application Tracker.
Accommodation
Find out about undergraduate accommodation and postgraduate accommodation options.
