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1 Aug 2025

HKMU School of Education and Languages co-organises conference to shape the future of mathematics education

The Hong Kong Mathematics Education Conference 2025 (HKMEC 2025), co-organised by the School of Education and Languages (the School) of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and the Hong Kong Association for Mathematics Education (HKAME), was successfully held on 13 June at the HKMU Jockey Club Campus. Under the theme “Embracing the Journey of Innovation in Mathematics Education”, this year's conference was held in hybrid mode for the first time, bringing together over 240 educators from local and overseas tertiary institutions, secondary schools, primary schools and kindergartens to share their dedication to driving innovation and excellence in mathematics teaching and learning....

28 Jul 2025

HKMU Chamber Orchestra launches inaugural performance, showcasing the University's commitment to promoting arts and cultural development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is committed to fostering the holistic development of its students, encouraging them to pursue diverse interests alongside their academic studies. The Hong Kong Metropolitan University Chamber Orchestra, a student group under the Student Affairs Office, was officially launched and presented its inaugural Annual Showcase on 27 June. The concert featured a range of classical pieces, showcasing the members' artistic talent and sharing their musical achievements with the HKMU community....

16 Jul 2025

HKMU joins UAS Alliance Delegation to Guangzhou and Shenzhen to strengthen collaboration

On 24 and 25 June, Prof. Paul Lam Kwan-sing, President of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), and Prof. Alan Au Kai-ming, Vice President (Strategic Initiatives), participated in a delegation from the Alliance of Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS Alliance) to Guangzhou and Shenzhen. The main aim of the visit was to foster collaboration between the UAS Alliance and leading polytechnic universities in the region to further the development of universities of applied sciences (UASs) in Hong Kong....

12 Jun 2025

First International Physiotherapy Students' Research Forum fosters academic exchange and cross-border collaboration

The Department of Physiotherapy, in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), hosted the inaugural International Physiotherapy Students' Research Forum on 23 May. The online forum showcased research by physiotherapy students from five universities in the Asia-Pacific region and Europe, creating a platform for academic exchange and international collaboration....

10 Jun 2025

HKMU Homecoming Day 2025 connects and embraces alumni with their alma mater

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) successfully hosted its annual “HKMU Homecoming Day 2025” on 7 June (Saturday). Under the theme “Connect ‧ Embrace”, the event focused on “connecting” alumni, staff and students with the University and “embracing” their return to campus. Approximately 320 alumni, staff and students, along with their families and friends, gathered to celebrate HKMU's latest developments and achievements through a series of engaging guided tours and workshops....

2 Jun 2025

HKGCC YEC visits HKMU to explore opportunities for industry collaboration

The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) Young Executives Club (YEC) visited Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) on 27 May (Tuesday). A group of young industry leaders gained first-hand insights into how HKMU nurtures future talent and explored opportunities for collaboration in student employment and entrepreneurship....

30 May 2025

School of Education and Languages co-hosts the annual Creative Drama Festival to promote Chinese idiom learning among primary and secondary students

The School of Education and Languages (E&L) of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) collaborated with the Hong Kong Teachers Drama Association Limited, the Hong Kong Creative Educators Organization and the Fourth Apple Foundation Limited to organise the Creative Drama Festival 2025 on 18 May. The aim of the festival was to promote Chinese idiom learning among primary and secondary students through drama....

19 May 2025

HKMU students capture heartwarming photos for child patients, embracing life education

Earlier this year, a group of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) students participated in a meaningful initiative under the University's Life Education Ambassador Programme (the Programme) for 2024/2025. In a first-time collaboration with the Patient Resource Centre of Hong Kong Children's Hospital (the Centre), the students provided photography services for child patients and their families, capturing touching moments and deepening their reflection of the value of life....

12 May 2025

Exploring creativity in the AI Era: HKMU's Artist-in-Residence programme with renowned sci-fi author Stanley Chen Qiufan

The School of Arts and Social Sciences of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) recently hosted acclaimed science fiction author Mr Stanley Chen Qiufan as its “Artist-in-Residence” to foster students' creativity and explore the creative potential of artificial intelligence (AI). From February to March 2025, Mr Chen held ten public lectures and workshops designed to inspire creativity in science fiction writing and provide practical guidance....

23 Apr 2025

LegCo Subcommittee on Promoting Hong Kong into an International Education Hub visits HKMU

The Legislative Council (LegCo) Subcommittee on Promoting the Development of Hong Kong into an International Education Hub, under the Panel on Education, visited Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) today (23 April). This marks the first official LegCo delegation visit since HKMU was designated as Hong Kong's first university of applied sciences (UAS) last year....