The Short-term Abroad Opportunities (SAO) scheme offers support to HKU students participating in any of the 200+ recognized short-term programmes offered by partner institutions around the world. By registering their participation in a recognized programme with IAO, students will automatically be considered for financial assistance, enrolled in HKU’s group travel insurance plan, and put in contact with other HKU students who will be participating in the same programme. Additional information can be found on our Short-term Study pages: