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16 Apr 2026

HKMU unveils development blueprint to further leverage its advantages as a university of applied sciences

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has experienced steady growth and achieved outstanding progress in teaching and research since being designated a university of applied sciences (UAS) in 2024. Today (16 April), it unveiled its future development blueprint. HKMU President Prof. Paul Lam Kwan-sing highlighted that the University is entering a new phase of development. He stated that HKMU will closely align itself with the needs of society and industry, further strengthening its capabilities in teaching, research and innovation to nurture a new generation of professionals equipped with strong practical skills and an innovative mindset, in alignment with the National 15th Five-Year Plan and Hong Kong's overall development priorities....

15 Apr 2026

HKMU hosts flag-raising ceremony on National Security Education Day

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held a National Security Education Day flag-raising ceremony on its campus this morning. Representatives from the Chinese People's Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison (the Garrison) were invited to the University to provide guidance to the HKMU Student Flag-guard Team on flag-raising techniques and foot drills. HKMU Pro-Chancellor Dr Eddy Fong Ching, President Prof. Paul Lam Kwan-sing, together with Court members, University management, staff and students, attended the ceremony to witness the solemn flag-raising moment....

2 Apr 2026

HKMU Foundation Dinner unites the community to advance sports and cultural development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has achieved remarkable results in recent years, with its academic programmes gaining popularity and its students excelling in various fields. These achievements have been made possible through the generous, longstanding support of community leaders. To express its gratitude and further unite the community, HKMU held its Foundation Dinner last Thursday (26 March), bringing together over 500 distinguished guests from government, the Legislative Council, business and industry sectors, academia and philanthropy, along with alumni, faculty and students, for an engaging evening....

31 Mar 2026

Dr Lam Ching-choi at HKMU's Talk of the Metropolis: Advocating mental health education across the education sector and building tiered support from campus to workplace

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) hosted its first “Talk of Metropolis” of the year today, featuring Dr the Honourable Lam Ching-choi, GBS, JP, Member of the Executive Council of the HKSAR Government and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Mental Health , as the keynote speaker. Under the theme “The Pursuit of Happiness: Why mental health is everyone's business”, Dr Lam encouraged the audience to look after their own well-being, show empathy towards others, and help foster a caring, connecting and trusting campus culture....

25 Mar 2026

HKMU makes its debut in the QS World University Rankings by Subject: three subjects ranked in the Top 150

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has made its debut in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject 2026, achieving encouraging results, with six subjects ranked, including three in the world's top 150. This reflects the growing international recognition of HKMU's programme quality and academic achievements, marking HKMU as Hong Kong's first self-financing university and university of applied sciences (UAS) to be ranked in the QS subject rankings....

19 Mar 2026

HKMU partners with CFA Institute to integrate “Sustainable Investing Certificate” into undergraduate curriculum

The Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration (the School) of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has partnered with CFA Institute to foster talent development in the fast-growing sustainable finance sector....

17 Mar 2026

HKMU Shenzhen Research Institute opens, deepening industry-academia integration in the GBA

The Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) Shenzhen Research Institute (HKMUSZRI) held its opening ceremony yesterday (16 March) at Shenzhen Virtual University Park (SZVUP), marking a significant milestone in HKMU's research development. This will further strengthen the University's integration with industry and academia in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and foster the commercialisation of research outcomes....

25 Feb 2026

HKMU welcomes the Budget and fully supports the development of Northern Metropolis University Town and deepening AI talent training

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) welcomes the initiatives proposed by the Financial Secretary in the Budget to accelerate the development of the “Northern Metropolis University Town”. These include rolling out three sites in the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen New Development Area shortly for application by UGC-funded universities and universities of applied sciences (UASs) for campus development and earmarking $10 billion to provide loans to support these developments....

10 Feb 2026

HKMU partners with the University of Sussex to launch Dual Degree Pathway for HKMU Undergraduates

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is delighted to announce a new collaboration with the University of Sussex (Sussex) in the United Kingdom, establishing a dual degree pathway for HKMU undergraduates. This initiative marks a milestone in HKMU's efforts to expand its international partnerships, providing students with globally competitive education and enriching their learning experiences with meaningful mobility opportunities....

3 Feb 2026

HKMU presents “Resplendent Attire and Graceful Demeanor”: Cantonese opera costumes exhibition

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is staging “Resplendent Attire and Graceful Demeanor: The Cantonese Opera Costume Exhibition” at the Ho Sik Yee Library on the Jockey Club Campus starting today (3 February). The exhibition showcases a collection of rare and exquisite Cantonese opera costumes, including key pieces worn by the legendary “Queen of Huadan”, Dr Fong Yim-fun; the late renowned artist Dr Lam Kar-sing; and the late “Artistic Huadan Queen”, Ms Chan Ho-kau. Members of the public are invited to view the craftsmanship and design of these classic costumes up close, with the aim of fostering interest in Cantonese opera culture and passing on this intangible cultural heritage....