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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....

Press Releases | Healthcare

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....

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....

13 Aug 2024

HKMU scholar co-leads an international study on a new drug for Alzheimer's disease using nanotechnology and gene therapy

Alzheimer's disease is the most prevalent form of dementia, profoundly impacting patients' memory, cognition and self-care ability. Unfortunately, no cure has been identified so far for this devastating condition. A scholar from the School of Nursing and Health Studies at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has co-led a cross-university, multi-disciplinary, international research team to develop a new drug for Alzheimer's disease by combining nanotechnology and gene therapy....

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Research and Knowledge Transfer – Highlighted Stories | Healthcare

2 Apr 2026

HKMU Career Fair offers over 2,700 vacancies to support students' career planning

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) successfully held its Career Fair 2026 from 24 to 26 March. Themed “Bridging HKMU Talent and Tomorrow's Opportunities”, the event attracted nearly 130 organisations from 30 industry categories, offering over 2,700 job vacancies and internship opportunities to assist students in their career planning and workplace preparation....

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Partnerships | Student Life & Development

27 Mar 2026

HKMU and LALIGA deepen collaboration to nurture global sports business management professionals

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) recently signed a Collaboration Agreement with Spanish professional football league LALIGA to offer students in its new Master of Professional Management in Global Sports Business a premier overseas immersion experience in Spain. This agreement deepens the partnership between the two parties and marks a new milestone in their collaboration on sports talent development and international exchange....

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Campus Focus | Partnerships | University of Applied Sciences | Business

25 Mar 2026

HKMU receives “Elite of Management Trainee Programme Award”, recognising its commitment to talent development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has, for the first time, received the Elite Award in the “Management Trainee Programme Award” at the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM) HR Excellence Awards 2025/2026. As the only higher education institution among this year's awardees, HKMU was recognised for the successful implementation of its Graduate Trainee Programme, demonstrating the University's effectiveness in formulating and executing strategic talent development initiatives, and its efforts in nurturing graduates as future leaders....

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Awards & Prizes | Campus Focus | University of Applied Sciences

12 Jun 2024

HKMU study reveals low public understanding of “surplus food” at 7.2%; urges stronger promotion of a food-wise culture

A recent study conducted by Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) revealed that public understanding of “surplus food” is generally lacking, with only 7.2% of respondents accurately understanding its definition as unexpired and safe-to-eat leftover food. The survey also found a low participation rate in surplus food donations among the public, highlighting the need for increased awareness and education efforts across society......

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Research and Knowledge Transfer – Highlighted Stories | Social Responsibility & Sustainability

24 Mar 2026

HKMU's first Chinese Song Lyric students present original works in debut concert – sharing touching stories through music

The School of Arts and Social Sciences (A&SS) of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) hosted its first-ever Chinese Song Lyric Concert and Sharing Session last Friday (20 March) in the Agile Sports Hall on the Jockey Club Campus. Themed “As Long as It Lasts”, the concert featured a collection of original Cantonese song lyrics that told heartfelt stories about people, relationships and places, connecting emotions and memories through music....

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Campus Focus | Liberal & Creative Arts

23 Mar 2026

HKMU annual Award Presentation Ceremony celebrates excellence and commitment

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) held its annual Award Presentation Ceremony on 13 March, bringing together and commending staff members for their outstanding performance in teaching, academic research, community service, university brand promotion and administration. The University also recognised senior staff for their long, dedicated service to the University....

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Campus Focus

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....

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Partnerships | Press Releases | Business

HKMU IN THE NEWS

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