Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) is located in the Kowloon Tong region of Hong Kong. Summer in Hong Kong is long, hot and humid and winters are generally very mild however there is a cool sea breeze. Typhoons can occur in Hong Kong between June and September. Class sizes in HKBU are small meaning that students are able to receive a more personalised learning experience. There are also over 80 societies and clubs that you can participate in. Students are able to access on campus accommodation.
Full year exchange students have an option to do a unique Extended Study Programme: spending the 1st semester in Hong Kong and the 2nd semester on their Zhuhai campus in the Greater Bay Area.
It will not be possible to complete a year abroad at this University if you have any assessments, such as supplementary or deferred exams, during the August assessment period at Swansea University.
Who can study here?
The following subject areas have an exchange partnership with this university:
- Politics and International Relations
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year arboad programme are subject to a university-wide, competitive selection process.
Important information
ACADEMIC YEAR: Runs September to April.
COSTS: The cost of living at Hong Kong Baptist University will vary depending on the type of accommodation you select. HKBU estimates the monthly cost of living for exchange students on their webpage.
VISA: You will require a student visa to study in Hong Kong. HKBU International Office will coordinate with the Hong Kong Immigration Department (IMMD) in Hong Kong on your behalf. Once available, HKBU International Office will collect the student visa and send it to you. Students will be required to pay HKBU for the visa fee after arriving in Hong Kong. More information is available here.
ACCOMMODATION: On-campus accommodation is available but not guaranteed. All rooms on-campus are on a sharing basis and beds are reserved on a first-come-first-served basis. Application details will be announced to admitted exchange students. More information on accommodation options at HKBU can be found here.
HEALTH INSURANCE: HKBU advises you arrange adequate health insurance for the duration of your studies in Hong Kong.
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