Short-term Abroad Partnerships

Through our Study Abroad Partnerships (SAP) scheme, students can enrol in short-term programmes at renowned universities in Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania for intensive study and research, or gain practical work skills through internships in vibrant overseas cities.

Many programmes are held in-person, but some offer online options. Refer to the host institution's website for details. Whether you're looking to experience a new environment first-hand or immerse yourself in an engaging learning experience from the comfort of your own home, there are a variety of options for you to choose from!

Eligibility Criteria

• Full-time undergraduate student;
• Good academic standing: students with a CGPA of 3.0 or above have a relatively higher chance of getting a placement in the programme; 
• Outgoing and eager to meet new challenges;
• Ready to be an ambassador of HKU;
• Willing to share exchange experience after the programme.

Before You Apply

• By participating in the SAP scheme, you will be considered for financial support, automatically enrolled in the group Travel / Personal Accident Insurance plan provided to HKU students, put in touch with fellow HKU students participating in the same programme, and receive partner benefits offered by the host institution.
• Programme teaching mode and availability are subject to change. Please check the official programme websites for more information on the latest teaching arrangements.
• Application deadlines vary by programme and by programme type. Please refer to the host institution’s programme page for their specific deadlines.
  Specialty Programmes requiring nomination may have earlier internal deadlines than those published on the programme page. Please refer to the SAP Registration Timeline below. Further details will be shared directly with students who are offered nomination.
• If you are in the final year of your undergraduate studies at HKU, you must receive pre-approval from your home Faculty in order to participate in the SAP scheme. Please have your home Faculty contact us at goabroad@hku.hk to confirm that your student status will be valid for the entire duration of your intended programme. This will also ensure that you are eligible for financial assistance and insurance coverage.
• If you plan to transfer credits back to HKU from your study abroad programme, please contact your home Faculty ahead of time for information on how to request approval.
• Application deadlines vary by programme. Please refer to the host institution’s programme page for their specific deadlines.

Virtual Information Sessions

Many programmes hold regular information sessions to introduce their offerings to prospective students. Details can be found on each programme's official website.

You are also encouraged to attend HKU-specific information sessions. Visit our Upcoming Events Page for more information!

Programme Details

• Summer 2024 SAP Programme List

SAP Registration Timeline (for programmes ending on or before August 31, 2023*)

Financial Assistance for Short-term Programmes

In order to be eligible for financial assistance, students must complete a programme that lasts for at least 2 weeks while physically at the host institution/organisation and in the host country. Financial assistance is NOT available for participation in virtual short-term programmes.

Students who receive a nomination offer (for Specialty Programmes) or register their participation in a summer study abroad programme through the Summer 2024 Short-term Study Abroad Registration System will automatically be considered for a financial assistance award. A separate application is not necessary. These financial assistance awards are not guaranteed, and should be treated as a notional amount of additional support, rather than a main source of funding.

For all merit-based funding provided by Registry offices in support of study abroad, each student is only eligible to receive a total award amount equal to the largest single award they receive throughout their undergraduate studies. Should a student receive more than one award, they may be required to return the prior award to the University, or receive only a portion of the subsequent award.

General Requirements

• Currently a full-time undergraduate student;
• Completion of the designated short-term programme;
• Submission of a post-programme report by the designated deadline;
• Response to an evaluation questionnaire by the designated deadline.

Students who receive a financial award offer should check their HKU email regularly for additional instructions and updates.

Points to Note for Financial Assistance

• Final award amounts are subject to change and subject to programme format.

*Funded under the HKSAR Government Reaching Out Award funds.