The results of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSE) were released today (July 20). Although the results are satisfactory, students who make a mistake do not need to be hesitant. Apart from the 8 universities, there are many options for those who want to continue their studies.
The Hong Kong Institute of Science and Technology (HKIT) offers 4 higher diploma courses. Candidates for the diploma examination can choose subjects according to their interests. After completing the 2-year course, they can connect to the 1-year bachelor's degree course. A bachelor's degree is equally recognizable and can help enhance competitiveness.
HKIT offers 4 Higher Diploma programmes, students can directly progress to the top-up bachelor's degree in UK universities after completion.
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According to statistics from the Education Bureau, more than 50,000 students sat for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination last year, and about 22,000 of them met the minimum entry threshold for university entry, accounting for about 42% of the total. There are only 15,000 students, so there is still competition and they are not able to get into their favorite universities.
Missing does not equal despair
After students receive their transcripts, if their success is not as expected, but they want to continue their studies, they should plan their path early, such as choosing a pathway program. HKUST offers full-time and part-time Higher Diploma programs. 4 Major courses cover business administration, information technology (computers), information technology (cyber security and investigation) and health care.
Under the new senior secondary school structure, students need to complete a four-year bachelor's degree program after completing the Diploma of Secondary Education Examination, but the "2+1" degree top-up program of the Technical College can be completed in as little as three years. One year of advanced diploma course, plus one year to connect to the University of West London or Greendor University course, after completion, you can obtain a bachelor's degree, which is one year faster than the general progression path, and both are recognized.
Taking the Higher Diploma in Business Administration as an example, graduates can choose to progress to the Bachelor of Business (Honours) at the University of West London, or the Business (Honours), Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management (Honours) and Accounting and Finance at Greendor University (Honours) 4 bachelor's programmes, broadening the way to further study.
The remaining top-up bachelor’s degree programmes of the two universities include: BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, Greendor University, UK; University of West London, Cyber Security (Hons), Criminology, Policing, Forensics (Hons) and Criminology, Policing, Forensic Investigation (Honours) Bachelor's degree programme.
All courses have been accredited and professionally accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, making them competitive in the workplace.
The University of Grindelwald, UK, was ranked second in the UK for teaching quality in 2022 by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.
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$33,200 subsidy scheme non-means-tested
In order to encourage students to continue their studies, the government announced earlier that the subsidy amount of the non-means-tested subsidy scheme will be increased from $33,100 to $33,200 per year, and the Hong Kong Institute of Science and Technology offers two degree-level articulation programmes offered by UK institutions, which are also included in the plan. among.
Therefore, after completing the 2-year Higher Diploma program, the remaining 1-year bachelor's degree can also be subsidized. Students only need to pay the tuition fee deducted from the subsidy, which reduces the financial pressure of students.
Flexible class mode to balance work and study needs
In order to reduce the burden of life, many students also choose part-time study, which can not only climb up the grades, gain work experience, but also reduce the financial pressure caused by tuition fees.
In order to meet the needs of different students, in addition to full-time and part-time courses, the College's top-up degree programmes also provide flexible learning modes. Students can arrange their own class time to balance their study and work needs.
University of West London, UK, ranked 35th in the 2022 Guardian – UK University Rankings.
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E-commerce progress and cyber security talents are eager
Among the Higher Diploma courses offered by HKUST, the Higher Diploma in Information Technology is the most distinctive.
The major courses are "Computer" and "Network Security and Investigation".
In recent years, thanks to the advancement of big data and cloud technology, large multinational companies and small shops are actively developing e-commerce, resulting in a simultaneous increase in the demand for network security talents, and the Higher Diploma in Information Technology (Network Security and Investigation) courses are also trending It has become a popular subject. Through information technology security, hacking concepts, computer forensics and investigation, it helps students master emerging investigation and network security technologies, and join related industries after graduation to respond to the society's ardent need for talents.
In recent years, the development of e-commerce has become more and more mature, network security technology has continued to develop, and the demand for talents has become more and more intense.
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Hong Kong College of Science and Technology
Tel: 2782 2433
Address: 213 Nam Cheong Street, Sham Shui Po
Website: https://www.hkit.edu.hk
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