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9 Jun 2026

HKMU holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for new campus, marking a new milestone towards “A Hub for Community Health and Wellness”

Today (9 June), Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new campus on a slope site at the junction of Sheung Shing Street and Fat Kwong Street in Ho Man Tin, marking the official commencement of the new campus development project and a new chapter for both the University and the surrounding community. Positioned as “A Hub for Community Health and Wellness”, the new campus will serve as a teaching and research base for HKMU to nurture outstanding professionals for Hong Kong and the nation, advance interdisciplinary education, and serve as a vital platform for the University to promote community health education and services. It will contribute to the long-term development of the University and the broader society....

8 Jun 2026

Three HKMU students receive For Our Future Scholarship for all-round achievements

Three students from Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) were awarded the For Our Future Scholarship this year for their outstanding academic performance and community service....

5 Jun 2026

HKMU and AI health-tech company Heidi collaborate to explore integrating AI medical documentation in nurse training

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australian artificial intelligence (AI) health-tech company Heidi to explore the integration of Heidi's AI platform into HKMU's nursing curriculum....

5 Jun 2026

HKMU student earns Innovation and Technology Scholarship for commitment to sustainable agriculture

Putchakayala Sai Vinuthna Reddy, a second-year Bachelor of Business Administration student specialising in Global Business at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), has received the Innovation and Technology Scholarship, becoming HKMU's first recipient of this significant award. The scholarship will support her plan to develop a career as an entrepreneur in agricultural technology for the benefit of Hong Kong and other parts of the world....

26 May 2026

HKMU and HKIE co-host summit to explore AI and low-altitude economy for future urban development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) co-hosted the “Control, Automation and Instrumentation Division 25/26 International Summit” on 12 May. The event brought together over 200 participants, including government officials, Legislative Council members, and academic experts and industry representatives from the UK and Greater Bay Area cities, including Hong Kong, Macau and Shenzhen. The participants collaboratively explored the key roles and the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and low-altitude economy applications on future urban development....

21 May 2026

HKMU Chinese Orchestra debuts with Cantonese opera highlights

The newly established Chinese Orchestra of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) made its debut performance at the Ho Sik Yee Library on the Jockey Club Campus. The orchestra delighted the audience with joyful melodies while accompanying a Cantonese opera vocal recital. The performance was followed by a book launch promoting Cantonese opera. ...

20 May 2026

HKMU hosts first alumni dinner in Guangzhou to connect with alumni and share development blueprint

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) hosted the Mainland Alumni Dinner in Guangzhou for the first time on 8 May. The dinner attracted approximately 180 guests, including Mainland and HKSAR government officials, institutional partners and Mainland alumni. The University shared the latest development blueprint and introduced the ongoing Alumni Donation Matching Scheme - “Turn $1 to $3” Campaign, aiming to support alumni joining local and Mainland outreach activities and strengthen ties between alumni....

15 May 2026

HKMU team crowned champion at IOT Data Hackathon 2026

Science and Technology students from HKMU won the championship at the IOT Data Hackathon 2026, along with three other major awards, demonstrating their excellence in applying their knowledge of data science and AI to innovative solutions for industry....

15 May 2026

HKMU study: “Professional Gig” model for retirees helps bridge talent gap

As Hong Kong faces an ageing population and a widening experience gap in several sectors due to the talent drain and succession challenges, a recent study by the Public and Social Policy Research Centre of the School of Arts and Social Sciences at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) highlights the potential for developing a “Professional Gig” model for retirees in local enterprises. Encouraging organisations to hire retired professionals and leveraging their expertise could be a strategic solution to meet the market's demand for experienced talent, benefiting both employers and retirees....

13 May 2026

HKMU and China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee collaborate to foster Para sports and athlete development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and the China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee (HKPC) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a long-term partnership to jointly promote the development of Para sports in Hong Kong and strengthen support for Para athletes. This partnership brings together the strengths of higher education and the Para sports sector, creating synergy to advance professional education and applied research in this field in Hong Kong....