While You are Abroad
Resources and Support
While You are Abroad
When you are participating in the study abroad programme, you are suggested to immerse yourself in the culture. It is a precious opportunity to meet with people from different backgrounds and cultures. You may grasp the opportunity to polish your foreign languages at the same time. Please note the followings when you are studying abroad.
HKU Mentorship Programme
The objective of the HKU Mentorship Programme is to create supportive relationships between mentors and mentees; to assist mentees in exchange to adapt in a new environment; to guide a mentee’s personal development; and to help the mentor stay connected with HKU and Hong Kong. For more information, please refer to the website HKU Mentorship Programme.
HKU Global Travel Emergency Assistance Programme (GTEA)
HKU has partnered with Inter Partner Assistance Hong Kong Ltd. (IPA) to provide worldwide travel emergency assistance services for HKU students and participate in the exchange, overseas internships, service learning, competitions, academic activities etc. The IPA 24/7 Assistance Center hotline is +852 2861 9266, HKU membership number is “39379”. Students are strongly advised to create an account using the HKU email address at IPA Registration before travelling out of Hong Kong. Access to the IPA Assistance Access could be downloaded. IPA is NOT an insurance company to provide compensation or financial support under the insurance terms.
For more information, please visit the website Crisis and Emergency Outside Hong Kong.
Official Transcript - Host Institution
An official transcript is a document provided by your host institution that lists all the courses you have taken during your exchange, along with the grades you received for each course. It is an important document that you will need to submit to your Faculty for credit transfer application. The official transcript provides a complete and accurate record of your academic performance, which is essential for any future academic or professional pursuits.
It is recommended that you apply for an extra copy of the official transcript for future use, such as when you apply for postgraduate studies or when you need to provide evidence of your academic achievements to potential employers. It is important to note that the process of obtaining an official transcript may vary depending on your host institution, so it is always a good idea to check with specific units for instructions and requirements.