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Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority

The latest news and top stories on the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority. A prominent Hong Kong based statutory body, the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) is dedicated to administering public examinations and assessments. Established in 1977, it serves as Hong Kong’s sole public examination board. Its main areas of focus include conducting the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, Territory-Wide System Assessment and various international professional examinations. The HKEAA is recognised for providing valid reliable and equitable assessment services, playing a crucial role in educational progression.

Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority

Over 60% of students get better outcomes after seeking university admission review

Jupas office says it received 453 requests for reconsideration following review of university entrance exam results.

Exam body defends denying unwell DSE candidate access to lift before assessment

DSE exam takers in mainland China face 220% jump in registration fee to HK$8,000

Record 24 students ace DSE, but weaker language scores shrink admission pool

Fourteen boys and 10 girls achieve Level 5** in six subjects, but proportion of day-school candidates meeting university threshold falls.

Bubble tea and YouTube topics please Hong Kong DSE exam takers, as poems add twist

Students and teachers praise English exam’s relatable themes despite poetry inclusion, but tutors warn an ‘easier’ paper may mean tougher scoring.

The Hong Kong schools and young artists nurturing creativity in the age of AI

Brothers Andrew Mok, aka YaLocalOffgod, and Tate Mok are behind the artistic duo, whose fans include Pharrell Williams and Takashi Murakami.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Hong Kong should offer an international DSE to boost education hub goal

Growing mainland demand and a falling local birth rate add to the need for a unified, secure and globally accessible DSE pathway.

Letters | Hong Kong’s AI education quest needs human connection to succeed

Readers discuss the importance of emotional and social learning, a suggestion to internationalise Hong Kong’s university entrance exam, and a way to encourage more Chinese to get married.

Private DSE candidates’ marks will not affect Hong Kong pupil scores: exam body

Post analysis shows that the number of private candidates securing top marks has increased at a much faster rate than that of school pupils.

Why are more non-day school candidates achieving top scores in Hong Kong’s DSE?

Analysis by the Post shows number of candidates outside regular school route achieving Level 5** rose sharply in 2025.

Internationalise Hong Kong’s DSE to help turn city into education hub: lawmakers

Lawmakers behind call say move will not harm local students’ interests, as non-locals should still be subject to university places quota.

Hong Kong urged to quickly adopt residency rule for subsidised university spots

Concern group circulates petition calling for no transition, but authorities dismiss fears children of non-local talent will rush to take DSE.

Editorial | DSE needs oversight to ensure growth in popularity remains healthy

The boom in DSE courses on the mainland speaks to Hong Kong’s appeal as an education hub, but better oversight is needed to ensure quality.

Mainland China tutorial centre undeterred by warning over Hong Kong school ties

New Oriental touts HK$200,000 a year programme that it says can help pupils attend Hong Kong subsidised school with accommodation and ‘intensive training’.

Hong Kong DSE pupils ‘not affected by rising number of private candidates’

Exam authority’s remarks coincide with lawmakers’ calls for more stringent rules over private school-mainland institution collaboration.

Hong Kong DSE exam courses offered at over 70 mainland Chinese schools

Increasing popularity of DSE programme also prompts calls to internationalise curriculum to attract more non-local candidates.

90% pass rate for Hong Kong’s mainland-based DSE pupils, exceeding city average

Hong Kong students from four mainland Chinese schools far surpass overall average of 38 per cent pass rate of all assessment candidates.

Editorial | Hong Kong must make the most of its allure for mainland Chinese, overseas students

With the right policy support, Hong Kong would be an ideal choice for those seeking quality education, diverse opportunities and global connectivity.

Why do non-local students take the DSE in Hong Kong and how competitive is it?

The Post examines revised regulations for private candidates and why mainland Chinese students choose DSE over gaokao.

Hong Kong DSE 14 years in: best subjects, worst performers and top schools

The Post takes a look at passing rates over the years and schools with the most top scorers.

Hong Kong DSE record as 16 students achieve perfect scores

About 38.5 per cent of DSE candidates, or 16,393 students, also attained minimum entrance requirements for city’s eight public universities.

Opinion | Hong Kong should offer an international DSE to boost education hub goal