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Our latest endeavors to make a difference in the ever-changing world

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2024-04-11
The "2nd Global Innovation & Technology Summit”, organized by the Greater Bay Area Association of Academicians (GBAAA), was held on April 3 at the Hong Kong Science Park
HKUST President Spearheads GBAAA Summit to Exchange Insights
2024-04-11
The "2nd Global Innovation & Technology Summit”, organized by the Greater Bay Area Association of Academicians (GBAAA), was held on April 3 at the Hong Kong Science Park. The summit attracted
HKUST Hoodie Design Competition Unleashes Creativity on HKUST Fun Day 2.0
2024-04-12
一場充滿時裝設計創意的盛宴今日卻在你意想不到的香港科技大學(科大)校園上演﹗作為備受矚目的科大衛衣(Hoodie)設計大賽決賽,六位科大模特兒身穿六項衛衣設計作品,青春活潑地登上時裝天橋展現科大社群獨特的創作意念。早前開展的科大衛衣(Hoodie)設計大賽獲學生及教職員熱烈參與,合共徵集逾百項參賽作品,而決賽天橋秀更為今日第二屆「Timeout HKUST」活動增添一道亮麗風景線。
HKGAI Debuts Cutting Edge AI Projects at InnoEx 2024
2024-04-13
The Hong Kong Generative AI R&D Center (HKGAI), a joint-university collaborative venture, led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), announced today an array of its AI
HKUST Community Musical: Bonding and Learning beyond the Lecture Hall
2024-03-27
In the award-winning Shaw Auditorium at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), the atmosphere was charged with anticipation as a magical transformation took place. The stage was
An Angel in Cell Therapeutics
2024-03-27
Meet Dr. Melody CHUNG Jin-Teng, a HKUST-nurtured female researcher and entrepreneur whose delivery technology start-up Allegrow Biotech Ltd. (“Allegrow”) is ensuring needy patients can easily access
2024-04-05
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Professor Limin Zhang, Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, was awarded the inaugural National
HKUST Enhances Campus EV Charging Infrastructure to Promote Sustainability
2024-03-28
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is investing up to HK$40 million to upgrade 30% of its total parking space with charging capability and related software support for

From Vision to Action: Fueling Global Impact

We cultivate a diverse community dedicated to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering global citizenship, community engagement, and driving positive societal impact.

academics

We offer a wide variety of study options to let you acquire a breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise to reach your full potential

With cutting edge research and an insatiable curiosity for scientific discovery, our innovative minds open the door to infinite possibilities and change what we know about the world.

We solve human problems, big and small, by blending creative ideas and novel applications into practical engineering solutions which will improve the way we live.

We develop visionary and principled leaders who aspire to build businesses with impact and shape the future of work in ways that meet society’s evolving needs.

By gaining a profound understanding of the world’s social, economic, and environmental complexities through an interdisciplinary approach, we tackle global challenges with creativity and critical thinking skills.

We develop new knowledge, skills, perspectives, and ways of thinking required to understand multifaceted issues of today and solve them in a multidisciplinary way.

Bringing together the world’s foremost scientists and scholars to spearhead and publicize fundamental and applied research, we can push the limits of human knowledge further.

We contribute to better decision-making in the public sector on key challenges confronting the region, through rigorous interdisciplinary and evidence-based approaches to policy research and education.

Life@UST

A vibrant and colorful student life goes far beyond classrooms and textbooks

Fitness and Lifestyle
Fitness and Lifestyle

Mental health is equally important just as our physical fitness. Learn how to maintain a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle to manage our life, learning, and work effectively.

Living on Campus
Living on Campus

From housing to dining and all the socializing that goes on in between, get to know your life and surroundings, facilities and resources for the time outside of the classroom.

Community Outreach
Community Outreach

We aim to build civic awareness and develop sustainable partnerships with the wider community, deepening student learning while promoting a benevolent world. Students will learn to apply knowledge and skills to serve the public good.

Entrepreneurship

We provide a breeding ground for nascent entrepreneurs who aspire to become the global leaders of tomorrow and create a positive impact on the world
1,645
Active HKUST Start-up Companies Established by HKUST Staff, Students and Alumni or Incubated by HKUST Programs or Facilities
9
Strong Leadership in Unicorns
HKD400B
Economic Impact by HKUST Start-ups

GLOBAL CHALLENGES

We harness technology and innovation to solve today’s critical global issues

events

There’s a lot going on at our University. From academic to leisure activities, it’s all happening here

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About HKUST

We provide a breeding ground for innovative global leaders of tomorrow
2nd
World’s Top 600+ Young Universities in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023
29th
Global University Employability Ranking 2023 (No.1 in Hong Kong, No.3 in Greater China) designed by the HR consultancy Emerging and published by Times Higher Education
7th
Asia’s Top 500+ Universities (No. 3 in Hong Kong) in Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2023

global connections

We actively forge global partnerships to encourage academic and research collaborations, knowledge transfer, and cultural exchanges
80+
Nationalities of Students
300+
Partnerships
~40%
Graduates with Exchange-out Experience
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