Global Classroom
Global Classroom
Looking for other global experiences to nurture your academic and personal pursuits? You are in the right spot!
As a member institution of The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) and Universitas 21 (U21), HKU and its students have the privilege to participate in their worldwide Short-Term Programmes. With the great variety of participation modes including Hybrid, Online, and Onsite, you can now enrich your global perspective, immerse yourself in a different culture, meet new buddies, and acquire new knowledge in your desired way: comfortably at your doorstep or/and fly away excitedly!
Embrace these meaningful events while remaining flexible to accommodate your other commitments now. The world is yours to take!
Upcoming Programmes
| Date | Features | Mode of Participation | Target Participants | Application Procedure | Application Deadline |
| May 5 to 7, 2025 |
Open Discussions, Cultural Competence, Leadership, Problem-solving, Teamwork, Empathy, Workplace, Certificate of Completion
Host by the Tecnológico de Monterrey, this online open dialogue session brings together international students to a discussion on the rising workplace phenomenon of cultural diversity. Students will be invited to share their perspectives on navigating cultural differences and fostering effective teamwork in nowadays' professional environments. |
Online |
Undergraduate Students |
Nomination from IAO is required.
Interested student should submit an application by email to goabroad@hku.hk with the following supporting documents:
Nominees will be notified by email of further registration procedures with APRU.
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April 23, 2025 |
APRU Undergraduate Leaders Programme 2025 (Application Closed)
| Date | Features | Mode of Participation | Programme Fee | Application Procedure | Application Deadline |
| July 20 to August 2, 2025 |
Global Citizenship, Diplomatic Skills, Seminars, Interactive Workshops, UN Stimulation Models, Cultural Nights, Onsite, Certificate of Completion, Financial Assistance
This onsite programme immerses international students in the complex political, economic, social, and cultural intricacies of the Pacific Rim, with an emphasis of the Latin American viewpoint.
Through seminars, workshops, UN simulation models, networking activities, cultural nights, and mentorship opportunities, this programme enhances students’ global citizenship, knowledge and respect for cultural diversity, as well as diplomatic skills. |
Onsite programme in Chile |
Covered by Students*
*Students enrolled to this programme are eligible for Financial Assistance. Once successfully applied to APRU, students will automatically be considered for a financial assistance award amounting to HK$8,000-$10,000. A separate application is not necessary. |
Nomination from IAO is required.
Interested student should submit an application by email to goabroad@hku.hk with the following supporting documents:
Nominees will be notified by email of the results with further application procedures with APRU.
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March 14, 2025 |
U21 Global Citizens (Application Closed)
| Date | Features | Mode of Participation | Programme Fee | Application Procedure | Application Deadline |
| March 10 to 28, 2025 |
Global Citizenship, Teamwork, Leadership Skills, Online Interactive Workshops, Micro-Credential and Badge of Completion for LinkedIn Profile
This 3-week programme engages students across the globe to develop cultural competency and leadership, whilst exploring greater ideas together to tackle the world’s most pressing problems outlined in the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).
Students can choose to attend sessions at a time that fit their schedule, allowing plenty of flexibility.
For more details, please visit the Programme website and our Events page. |
Online | Covered by Hosts | Interested student should submit an application to U21 here | March 10, 2025 |
U21 School for Sustainable Policy Leadership 2025 (Application Closed)
| Date | Features | Mode of Participation | Programme Fee | Application Procedure | Application Deadline |
| June 9 to 13, 2025 |
Sustainability, Global Impact, Leadership Skills, Teamwork, Onsite, Interactive Lectures & Workshops, Field Visits, Certificate of Completion, Postgraduate Students
Hosted by Lund University in Sweden, this is a 5-day onsite programme that connects Postgraduate students from diverse academic disciplines to an enriching experience focused on international sustainability challenges and solutions.
Students will gain hands-on experience and practical insights into the subject through various learning activities. This programme will be an excellent opportunity for students to build leadership skills, and network with peers and experts in the field.
For more details, please visit the Programme website and our Events page. |
Onsite programme in Sweden | Covered by Hosts |
Nomination from IAO is required.
Interested student should submit an application by email to goabroad@hku.hk with the following supporting documents:
Nominees will be notified by email of the results with further application procedures with U21. |
March 12, 2025 |
Before You Apply
- Each programme has their own features, check the programme details carefully and take the following into account when deciding whether to apply:
- Eligibility. Most of the programmes are targeted at Undergraduate students while some are also open to or targeted at Postgraduate students.
- Mode of participation
- Programme fee and other costs (Air tickets, Accommodation, Visa Application, Travel Insurance, etc.)
- Follow the application procedures listed in the tables above and on the programme websites. Pay attention to whether nomination from IAO is required and follow the respective procedure.
- Once decided, you should submit your application as early as possible and before the deadline, as some of them have limited spots on a first-come, first-served basics.
- Some of the programmes are eligible for Financial Assistance for Short-Term Programmes. Please refer to the tables above for relevant information.
- The details of each programme are subject to change. Please visit the programme website for the latest information.