Hong Kong Baptist University is a famous public higher education provider institute located across five campuses in Hong Kong. Institute was established with a commitment to achieve excellence in teaching, research, and service in the field of higher education. With consistent efforts, the institute has ranked #287 globally and #64 in Asian university ranking by QS world ranking 2023. Institute offers multiple part-time, full-time undergraduate and postgraduate and sub-degree programs for students willing to pursue higher education in Hong Kong. Institute offers semester-wise programs and accepts applications in multiple rounds. The application process is online, with two intake sessions in the month of September and January.
Applicants are required to apply before the deadline and application fees will cost you (international) is 450 HKD. Studying undergraduate programs at HKBU will cost you around 1,40,000 HKD per year, postgraduate program fees vary according to program. Institute will again resume from September 1, 2023, with all the restrictions and guidelines. All the information related to programs and admission is mentioned below the article so keep reading.
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Hong Kong Baptist University Admission Deadline 2023-24
HKBU offers round wise intake session which follows early round, main round and extended round which ranges from the month of January to August and so on depending upon the situation. Here is the deadline for the upcoming session.
The extended round application deadline is May 31, 2023, and June 7, 2023 (depends upon the program)
Check deadlines for other Hong Kong universities
Highlights
| Application mode | Online |
| University type | Public |
| Academic calendar | Semester-wise |
| Graduate Employability rate | 95% |
| Intake sessions | Round wise multiple times |
| Programs offered | Bachelors, masters, associate degree |
| Work Experience | Required for some courses |
| Program mode | Fulltime, part-time face to face |
| Financial Aid | Scholarships, loans |
| English test | IELTS, TOEFL |
| Application portal | Click here |
| Application fees | 450 HKD (non-refundable) |
| Admission Help | ar@hkbu.edu.hk |
Hong Kong Baptist University International Students Admission
HKBU is famous for its various programs which results in lots of international students visit for admission each year. The international application process is online and complete in multiple steps. Admission will be given on a merit basis. Students are required to meet the entire entry and language requirements to get admission at Hong Kong Baptist University. Here is the admission requirement
- Candidate must have received 12 years pre-university education with an appropriate certificate or
- Candidate must have completed senior secondary from CBSE or other boards with a minimum of 75% scores
- Candidate have higher school graduation diploma with minimum scores in SAT, Advanced Placement (AP), American college test, associate degree of at least two years program, etc. or
- The candidate has bachelors and masters degree with required credits
- Candidate required to meet the English language proficiency of the program
- GRE and GMAT test scores may be required for some programs
- Candidates need to face the interview for some program
Application mode - online
Application portal – Click here
Application fees – 450 HKD (non-refundable)
Application help - ar@hkbu.edu.hk
How to Apply?
- Visit the official website and open the application portal
- Signup and activate your user account to start the application
- Refer to the demo to get all the required information about the application
- Fill the application form and save it carefully
- Now pay the application fees and submit your application form
- Submit the required genuine documents and get a confirmation on your email address
- Institutes admission authority will process your form under the rules and regulations
- Check your email and application account regularly for the updates about form
- You will receive confirmation and offer letter if your application will succeed
- Accept the offer letter and pay the required amount to confirm your seat
- You will receive enrollment confirmation with the details of further steps
Documents Required
- Complete Application form
- Previously attended academic transcripts
- High school transcripts
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Master’s degree certificate
- Diploma/postgraduate certificate
- Passport and photographs (certified)
- Proof of age (birth certificate)
- Proof of application fee
- confidential references
- sample of research work record
- Personal statement of purpose
- Relevant work experience
- English language proficiency test scores
- Student visa/entry permit
- Health covers of overseas student
- Other requirements as per the programs
Visa Process for International Students
The immigration department of the HKSAR Government requires all full-time non-local students(both international and from mainland china) to obtain a student visa in order to study Hong Kong. Non-local students are defined as students holding student visa /entry permit visa under the Immigration Arrangements for the non-local graduates or dependent visa who are aged 18 years old or above before September 1 of the year of which they are admitted to relevant post-secondary programs in Hong Kong.
Students should submit their visa application through the university’s online visa application system
Documents for visa application:
- Admission offer letter from HKBU
- Original copy of Form ID995A
- Degree certificates of undergraduate studies
- Proof of Financial support
- Travel documents
- Identity card of the home country
The processing time of the visa is 10-12 weeks.
English Language Proficiency Test Scores
English language proficiency plays a big role at the time of admission. All the international students whose first language is not English are required to submit proof of English language proficiency in the terms of English test scores.
Institute accepts test scores like IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, CAE, etc. here are the minimum requirement for the same
Hong Kong Baptist University Undergraduate Admission
Institute offers multiple undergraduate programs like Bachelor of Chinese medicine, BBA in entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, economics, Bachelor of Science in computer science, information system and analytics, physics and green energy, bachelor of social science, Bachelor of Arts in visual arts, Bachelor of Communication in Journalism and Digital Media, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting for Global Screen, etc. Here are the requirements for admission
- Applicants must have a 75% score in higher secondary education from any recognized board or
- Applicants have a high school graduation diploma with at least 1,190 scores in new SAT and 1,650 in the old SAT exam or
- Applicants have a senior secondary certificate with a minimum ATAR of 80 or above or
- Applicants have international baccalaureate with grade 4 in English A, B, etc. or GCE advance level with Grade E in three subjects
- Applicants meet the required English proficiency
- Admission requirement for undergraduate programs is same and fees of most of the programs are same
Documents Required
- Transcripts of previous qualifications
- Higher/senior secondary qualification certificate
- Transcripts of IELTS/TOEFL scores
Top Bachelor Programs at Hong Kong Baptist University
The total tuition fees for full-time undergraduate programs at HKBU is 140,000 HKD per year excluded other expenses. Here is the data which may change in the future, so visit the official website to confirm
| Program Name | Tuition fees per year in HKD |
|---|---|
| BCom (Hons) in Accountancy | $85,000 |
| BCom (Hons) in Marketing | $82,500 |
| BA (Hons) in Liberal and Cultural Studies | $82,500 |
| BCom (Hons) in Human Resources Management | $82,500 |
| Bachelor of Social Science (Hons) in Psychology | $82,500 |
Hong Kong Baptist University Postgraduate Admission
Institute is famous for maters program, the HKBU offers multiple postgraduate programs ranging from a masters degree to research programs like the master of business administration, master of accountancy, Master of Science in Business Management, Doctor of Business Administration, Master of Science in Data Analytics and Business Economics, Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry/ Operational Research and Business Statistics, Master of Chinese Medicine, Master of Arts in International Journalism Studies, Master of Science in AI and Digital Media, etc. Here is the requirement
- Applicants have bachelor’s degrees from a recognized institute with first and second class
- Applicants have a general degree with relevant work experience or
- Diploma with relevant work experience
- Masters degree from a recognized institute or bachelor’s degree with first-class honors (for Ph.D.)
- Masters degree + 10 years work experience of managerial level or equivalent (for DBA)
- Some programs are required to face the interview conducted by the university for a shortlisted candidate to avail admission
- Some programs required work experience with relevant education qualification
- Some programs also require and prefer GMAT score
- Meet the English proficiency requirement
Documents Required
- Transcripts of bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Transcripts of master’s degree, postgraduate diploma
- Research proposal
- Work experience and CV
- English language proficiency test scores
Top Masters Programs at Hong Kong Baptist University
| Program | Tuition fee in HKD | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Accountancy | $230,000/program | Bachelor degree from a recognized tertiary institute |
| Master of Business Administration | $280,000/program | Bachelor degree + 3 years work experience + pass the interview |
| MSc in Business Management | $258,00/ year | bachelor’s degree from a recognized university + good English proficiency + Pass the interview |
| Master of Chinese Medicine | $130,000/ year | Bachelor degree in Chinese medicine or pharmacy + be a registered practitioner |
| MSc in Data Analytics and Business Economics | $210,000/ year | Bachelor degree from a recognized with satisfactory performance |
| MSc in Mathematical Finance | $210,000/program | Bachelor degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Business or other related majors + IELTS score |
| MSc in Applied Accounting and Finance | $220,000/program | bachelor’s degree with honors in Business + degree in other disciplines with work experience + GMAT score + 3-year work experience |
| MSc in Operational Research and Business Statistics | $160,000/ year | bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Business or other related majors + proficient in mathematics |
| MA in International Journalism Studies | $145,000/ year | bachelor’s degree from a recognized university + minimum of seven years experience as a journalist |
Master of Business Administration Admission at HKBU
Institute offers MBA as a two-year part-time program to enhance the knowledge of candidates in the business field. Applicants have a bachelor’s degree with a 3-year managerial level work experience or equivalent. Admission to students will be given after passing an interview. GMAT score also applicable for admission.
| Program | MBA |
|---|---|
| Program type | Part-time |
| Application fees | HKD 450 |
| Tuition fees | HKD 280,000/program |
| IELTS score | 6.5 |
| GMAT | Candidates with 6 or more years of relevant work experience may apply for exemption from taking the GMAT |
| Admission requirement | Bachelors degree with 3 years relevant experience |
After submission of application form and documents, the students might be invited for an interview. However, the interview is not required for certain courses. The applicants will receive an email regarding the admission decision within 2-3 weeks. If selected, students should pay $20,000 HKD as a deposit on the date specified on the offer letter.
FAQS
Ques. When is the next intake deadline for Hong Kong Baptist University?
Ans. Institute invites applications through multiple rounds. The next intake deadline is 7 June 2023, candidates are advised to confirm the deadline on the official website.
Ques. What are the English test scores accepted at HKBU?
Ans. Institute accepts multiple English language proficiency test scores for the language proficiency. Institute accepts tests like IELTS, TOEFL IBT, TOEFL PBT, CAE, etc. Score requirement for undergraduate and postgraduate is different.
Ques. What is the update regarding covid-19 at HKBU?
Ans. Institute has announced that the campus and education process will resume from September 1, 2023, undertaking all the covid-19 guidelines of the government. Students are advised to make plans for arrival at the HKBU campus as soon as possible?
Ques. What is the basic entry requirement at HKBU?
Ans. Applicants have 75% scores in the senior secondary examination from a recognized board or equivalent qualification for undergraduate programs. Applicants have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institute or equivalent for postgraduate programs.
Ques. How much it cost me to study and live at HKBU?
Ans. The tuition fee per year for the undergraduate program is cost you around HK$1, 40,000 per year and for the postgraduate program, it changes according to course. Living in Hong Kong will cost you around an average of HK$10,345 per month depending upon your requirements.
Ques. Is there any other requirement apart from the regular entry requirement?
Ans. Yes, for some programs applicants need to perform well in the interview to get admission. Some programs also require submitting relevant work experience of some years along with an academic qualification. Some business program also requires GMAT scores.
Ques. How hard it is to get admission to Hong Kong Baptist University?
Ans. Institute offers admission to most of the programs on the basis of merit. Applicants seeking admission are required to meet all the entry requirements as well as the English language proficiency requirements to get an offer letter.
Ques. What is the visa process for international students at HKBU?
Ans. International applicants must require applying for a student visa/entry permit after getting an offer letter on the official website of the Immigration Department of Hong Kong or with the help of the local Chinese embassy of the country with required documents and fees.
Ques. How to get admission to an MBA at HKBU?
Ans. Apply on the official website and meet the requirement i.e. bachelor's degree with 3 years of the managerial level of work experience followed by an interview meeting English language proficiency requirement.
