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Think International School in Kowloon Tong has abruptly announced that it will be closing down on July 31. Photo: Dickson Lee
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong school offering international programme announces sudden closure

Think International School will shut down on July 31, leaving some parents worried they may not get back HK$200,000 debenture as promised.

Education in Hong Kong

5 Harvard postgraduates opt for Hong Kong’s HKUST after US sanctions

Education in Hong Kong

Safeguarding national security routine part of Hong Kong education, bureau says

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Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | It’s our ‘internal strength’: University of Hong Kong head on top rankings

Xiang Zhang likens HKU’s QS ranking advancement to training in martial arts, says good ranking is ‘by-product’ of university’s efforts to build up its academic excellence.

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HKU ranked 11th in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds league table. It placed 17th last year and 26th in 2023. Photo: Dickson Lee
HKU ranked 11th in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds league table. It placed 17th last year and 26th in 2023. Photo: Dickson Lee
Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Embrace AI in teaching to survive ‘tsunami’, University of Hong Kong head says

Xiang Zhang also says HKU will establish school of government and public policy to attract young leaders.

Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong will gain talent because of geopolitics: HKU chief

Vice-chancellor Xiang Zhang says HKU has over 100 transfer applications because of uncertainties in US but won’t ‘take advantage’ of situation.

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Hong Kong economy

Hotel-to-hostel conversions won’t hurt tourist capacity: Hong Kong official

But leading surveyor, who calls the move ‘innovative’ and ‘pragmatic’, warns of possible hurdles.

Student hostel Y83. A senior Hong Kong official says that allowing hotels to convert into hostels would not cannibalise tourist accommodation. Photo: Dickson Lee
Student hostel Y83. A senior Hong Kong official says that allowing hotels to convert into hostels would not cannibalise tourist accommodation. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Coliseum to hold more concerts after opening of Kai Tak Sports Park

Minister Rosanna Law says the Coliseum had in past given priority to sports events, but venue must be repositioned to maximise value after Kai Tak park opening.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools warned on US Independence Day celebrations

‘Friendly reminders’ of national security risks sent out as education chief warns ‘soft resistance’ could influence students ideologically.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to relax rules for converting hotels into university student hostels

Private operators welcome ‘booster shot’ that aims to ease shortage of dormitory places, as officials say project times may be reduced by up to nine months.

Hong Kong is grappling with a shortage of student hostels. Photo: Dickson Lee
Universities in Hong Kong

6 public universities in Hong Kong rise in global rankings

University of Hong Kong climbs to 11th place, beating two prestigious mainland Chinese institutions.

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The University of Hong Kong came in 11th in the global ranking. Photo: Elson Li
The University of Hong Kong came in 11th in the global ranking. Photo: Elson Li
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Pianist Aristo Sham ‘overwhelmed’ by Hong Kong response to his contest win

29-year-old hails support from home city, quality of its music teaching and especially that of his piano teacher, looks forward to Asia tour.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong to review letting more semi-private schools offer non-local curriculum

Education minister also dismisses call to let non-local students attend public primary and secondary schools amid diminishing population size.

Education in Hong Kong

English lessons in Hong Kong primary schools to cover national security

Education Bureau has released revised curriculum guide for teaching English.

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A flag raising ceremony at a primary school on National Security Education Day. Photo: Eugene Lee
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong students still unable to get US visa bookings: consultancy firms

Visa appointments remain unavailable as of Monday despite openings in Beijing and other jurisdictions, industry figures say.

The US consulate in Hong Kong in Central. Education consultancy firms have said they have been unable to make US visa bookings for students since last Thursday. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
The US consulate in Hong Kong in Central. Education consultancy firms have said they have been unable to make US visa bookings for students since last Thursday. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong students eyeing US universities advised to check social media accounts

Education consultants based in city say they are still unsure about whether consulate is booking appointments for visas amid reported flip-flopping.

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s education hub ambitions take centre stage in US, UK visits

University Grants Committee secretary general James Tang meets management and scholars from top-tier higher education institutions.

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Education in Hong Kong

US consulate expands social media checks on Hongkongers seeking student visas

While the Facebook and Instagram accounts of prospective students were checked in past, reviews have expanded to other platforms, consultancy says.

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The US consulate in Central. The US government has started revoking visas and threatening students with deportation. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
The US consulate in Central. The US government has started revoking visas and threatening students with deportation. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Education in Hong Kong

Alarm over Hong Kong student suicides, but minister rejects calls for counsellors

Secretary for Education Christine Choi suggests ‘whole-school approach’ to tackle concerns and blames online world for mental health issues.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s HKUST handling ‘several’ Harvard transfer applications

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology also says an admission offer has been extended to an applicant.

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Education in Hong Kong

15 student suicides in Hong Kong so far this year, set to surpass 2024 rate

Education minister to discuss student mental health and support measures at Legislative Council panel meeting on Friday.

There were 28 student deaths by suicide in 2024, down from 32 in 2023. Photo: Sun Yeung
Education in Hong Kong

‘Treated like a criminal’: fury over Hong Kong student’s Australian deportation

Mother of 16-year-old demands answers after daughter was allegedly deported following row with homestay family and offered no alternative.

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A 16-year-old Hong Kong girl studying in Australia was deported from the country less than eight hours after a quarrel with her homestay family in Perth. Photo: FIFA via Getty Images
A 16-year-old Hong Kong girl studying in Australia was deported from the country less than eight hours after a quarrel with her homestay family in Perth. Photo: FIFA via Getty Images
Hong Kong children

Hong Kong principals slam popular schools’ class expansion without consultation

Critics question necessity of new initiative amid declining student numbers and whether it may hinder quality education.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong ‘silver economy’ moves to boost spending by ‘5% annually over 3 years’

Deputy Chief Secretary Warner Cheuk’s remarks follow series of measures being rolled out to better address needs of greying population.

Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong schools told to add national education elements to more subjects

Education Bureau tells schools to add national education to subjects including English, maths, music, visual arts and PE.

Schools should play “Ode to the Motherland” at flag-raising ceremonies, authorities say. Photo: Eugene Lee
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