Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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   The short answer

   Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a public university in Hong Kong, in the New Territories. It suits students who want a large international environment and a science-and-technology-focused institution in a major Asian study destination.

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   What you can study

   The university is best known for science and technology study, and it is a public university with a broad university structure. The specific programme catalogue is not published in the facts given, so check the official website for the current list of undergraduate and postgraduate options before applying.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the entry requirements for the exact programme they want. Check the website for language requirements, document lists, deadlines, and any programme-specific conditions before submitting an application.

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   What it costs

   Tuition is listed at HKD 145,000 to HKD 195,000. Living costs are separate and vary by housing and daily spending, so confirm the current total budget, including accommodation and fees, with the admissions office and official university information pages.

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   Coming from abroad

   The university has about 6,000 international students out of about 16,000 students in total, so it already serves a mixed student body. Before applying, confirm the language of instruction for your chosen programme, visa steps, housing options, and the documents needed for international admission on the official website.

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   How it compares

   Among 18 universities in Hong Kong, HKUST stands out as a public university with a large international student body and a strong science-and-technology identity. Its QS world rank of 47 places it among the most visible options in the country, so it is a strong comparison point if you want an internationally recognized university in Hong Kong.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.