Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Shenzhen Research Institute
(HKMU SZRI)

Our Vision

To become a world-class research and development (R&D) hub that:

  • Showcases the University's research excellence,
  • Fosters strategic collaborations with partners in the Chinese Mainland,
  • Attracts diverse funding opportunities in the Greater Bay Area, and
  • Accelerates the commercialisation of applied research for global impact.

Innovation & Integration

HKMU SZRI focuses on four cutting-edge fields during its initial phase:

Biomedical Life Science

Quantum Technology

Net Zero and Environmental Technologies

Digital Fabrication and Art-Tech

Start Your Journey to Academic Excellence

We offer a diverse range of research postgraduate and professional doctorate programmes designed to meet the needs of aspiring professionals, researchers, and leaders across various disciplines. For more details, please visit the HKMU Graduate School to explore your path for further studies.

Our programmes include:

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Whether you are a researcher, an entrepreneur, or a policymaker,
your expertise and insights are integral to our success.

About Us

  • 1st self-financing tertiary institution in Hong Kong to join the Shenzhen Virtual University Park (SZVUP)
  • Fosters collaboration between Shenzhen and Hong Kong in education, research, innovation, and commercialisation
  • Operational since June 2025