9 Oct 2024
Fifteen scholars from Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) were recently ranked among the top 2% of most-cited scientists worldwide by a research team from Stanford University. The list reflects and recognises the remarkable impact of the research output of HKMU scholars....
7 Oct 2024
To encourage and support young people in pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams, the Hong Kong Housing Authority (HA) launched the Well Being·Start-Up programme, which offers shop premises in shopping centres under the HA for shortlisted young entrepreneurs to trial their business plans rent-free for seven months. Two brands run by our alumni and a student, Wind.n.Sand and GreenBox Technology, stood out from 180 applications and were selected for the programme among 15 other winners....
7 Oct 2024
Student's first short story collection selected for recommended book list
Late Lake, the first short story collection by Master of Arts in Chinese Literature student Huang Chang, was among 27 outstanding works selected for the August 2024 shortlist of “Searchlight Good Books” Outstanding Chinese and Foreign Literature....
7 Oct 2024
Creative writing students recognised with City Literary Awards
Students and a graduate from the Master of Arts in Creative Writing programme received accolades in the City Literary Awards 2024, organised by the Department of Chinese and History of City University of Hong Kong. ...
7 Oct 2024
The Department of Social Sciences of the School of Arts and Social Sciences (A&SS) of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) hosted its first Psychology and Counselling Festival, “Illuminating the Future — Psychology and Counselling Festival 2024”, on 21 September on campus. As part of the HKMU 35th anniversary celebrations, the Festival aimed to promote public understanding of psychology and mental wellness, foster collaboration and academic exchange, and empower students to participate in public education....
4 Oct 2024
HKMU presents Honorary University Fellowships to four outstanding individuals
Presided over by HKMU Pro-chancellor Dr Eddy Fong Ching, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held its Honorary University Fellowship Presentation Ceremony today (4 October) to present Honorary University Fellowships to four distinguished individuals: Mr Anthony Chan Tung-shan, a member of the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications; Mr Choi Pat-tai, President of Pak Shing Travel Co. Ltd; Ms Jasmine Lee Shun-yi, Managing Partner of EY Hong Kong and Macao; and Mr Wai Ka-fai, a renowned Hong Kong filmmaker....
1 Oct 2024
Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held a flag-raising ceremony for National Day on campus this morning (1 October) to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Council Chairman Ir Dr Conrad Wong Tin-cheung, together with about 200 members of the HKMU community, including Council members, management, staff and students, attended the ceremony to commemorate this important day....
27 Sep 2024
First Government Career Fair at HKMU attracts nearly 1,500 students
Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held its first "Government Job Recruitment Exhibition 2024", in collaboration with the Civil Service Bureau of the HKSAR Government, on 19 September. The exhibition featured more than 25 civil service grades, including civilian grades, professional grades and disciplined services, with participation from 16 government bureaux and departments presenting job opportunities and recruitment arrangements. The fair attracted nearly 1,500 students....
26 Sep 2024
Following the signing of a Memorandum of Intent between Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and the Asian Gemmological Institute and Laboratory (AGIL) in July to jointly promote the gemstone industry through education, training, testing, certification, research and industry development, HKMU recently held the “International Gemmological Conference 2024 and Launch Ceremony of Applied Degree Programme in Gemmology and Jewellery Studies”. The conference marked the introduction of Hong Kong's first applied degree programme in gemmology and jewellery studies, with the goal of nurturing more talent in testing, certification, research and industry development for the gemstone and jewellery industry of Hong Kong....
24 Sep 2024
Since its establishment in 1989, HKMU has evolved to meet the changing needs of society and policy development in higher education, developing into a contemporary and comprehensive university. To showcase the University's key milestones over the past 35 years, an exhibition titled "Our HKMU – 35 Years of 'Time, Matters, People, Space'" is currently being held in the University Gallery on the Homantin Main Campus, presenting the achievements of the University, staff and students from multiple perspectives....
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