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19 Sep 2025

HKMU welcomes LegCo approval of a HK$1.3 billion loan for new campus development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) welcomes the approval of a HK$1,317.48 million loan by Finance Committee of the Legislative Council (LegCo) today (19 September) to the University under the Start-up Loan Scheme for post-secondary education providers, from the Loan Fund. This loan will support part of the development costs for HKMU's proposed new campus in Ho Man Tin, advancing the University's long-term development....

18 Sep 2025

HKMU welcomes the 2025 Policy Address on nurturing talent and advancing the development of universities of applied sciences

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) welcomes the Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address to further develop Hong Kong as an international hub for post-secondary education and high-calibre talents. HKMU will fully support the HKSAR Government's initiatives to nurture more high-quality talent for Hong Kong....

17 Sep 2025

HKMU's Inaugural World University Animation Awards Ceremony gathers global animation elites and ignites creative possibilities

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is dedicated to advancing creative arts education, providing an international platform for animation talent to connect and exchange ideas, unlocking boundless opportunities in the creative industries, and contributing to Hong Kong's development as a vibrant East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. The inaugural World University Animation Awards (WUAA) ceremony was proudly hosted by HKMU on 16 September, at The Box, Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District. The event celebrated exceptional animated works selected from over a thousand entries across 96 countries and regions. The works demonstrate artistic vision, technical excellence and originality. The ceremony brought together elite leaders and industry luminaries to witness the creative brilliance of emerging animation talent....

14 Sep 2025

HKMU secures over HK$33 million in RGC research funding, leading self-financing institutions with over 37% of the total allocation

In the latest round of the Competitive Research Funding Schemes for the Local Self-financing Degree Sector of the Research Grants Council (RGC), Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) secured over HK$33.42 million for 47 projects, amounting to over 37.1% of the total RGC allocation. HKMU ranked first among all local self-financing institutions in terms of both funding amount and the number of projects for the third consecutive year, demonstrating the excellence of the University's faculty in research and innovation....

9 Sep 2025

HKMU continues to lead funded programmes and places under the SSSDP among self-financing institutions, with all 10 Applied Degree programmes granted places

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has been granted 1,891 subsidised places across 21 programmes for the 2026/27 academic year under the latest round of the Education Bureau (EDB)'s Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) for undergraduate programmes. This includes 1,177 places for 10 Applied Degree (APD) programmes. HKMU continued to secure the highest number of funded programmes and places among the eight participating self-financing institutions....

1 Sep 2025

HKMU embarks on a new academic year with the launch of Graduate School to foster research excellence and innovation

Today (1 September) marks the start of the new academic year at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU). To welcome over 4,900 new students, the University organised a wide range of orientation activities. The University also officially established the Graduate School to provide comprehensive support for postgraduate students and further promote research excellence and innovation....

28 Aug 2025

HKMU's first technology licence: Paving the way for the commercialisation of non-invasive prostate cancer screening innovation

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) recently achieved its first-ever technology licensing agreement, a milestone in the University's efforts to translate research into impactful, real-world applications. A know-how licensing agreement for a non-invasive electrochemical screening technology, based on foundational research by Prof. A. L. Roy Vellaisamy, Chair Professor of Intelligent Systems in the School of Science and Technology, has been signed with a UK-based healthcare company. The technology offers a highly promising method for the early detection of prostate cancer through a simple urine test....

17 Aug 2025

HKMU's Inaugural World University Animation Awards this September: public screenings and forums with industry legends

Proudly presented by Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), the inaugural World University Animation Awards (WUAA), a ground-breaking event celebrating creativity and innovation in animation, is set to take place from 15 to 16 September 2025. The WUAA has achieved a remarkable global reach, with more than 1,000 submissions from around the world. A series of free activities for the public, including screenings of finalist animation films, expert-led forums and autograph sessions with world-renowned animation legends, will be held to promote creativity and industry exchange....

22 Jul 2025

HKMU Creative Arts Graduation Show “Spectrum” showcases the brilliance of young creators

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is holding its annual Creative Arts Graduation Show, showcasing over 100 outstanding works by graduating students. The theme of the show, “Spectrum”, symbolises the moment a rainbow shines, reflecting the brilliance of the graduates' dazzling works – fruits of their hard work and dedication. The exhibition is open to the public at the HKMU Jockey Club Campus from now until 27 July....

21 Jul 2025

HKMU's JUPAS Band A applications surge by 21%, reflecting its growing popularity and recognition driven by professional and practical programmes

The final modification period for the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) concluded last Saturday (19 July). Following the release of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) results, applications for Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) programmes listed as the top three choices (Band A) have increased for the fourth consecutive year, reaching nearly 18,000, a significant 21% rise compared to that of last year. The number of both applicants and applications for HKMU programmes surged by 10%, reflecting the University's growing recognition and popularity among students and educators....