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THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG, SHENZHEN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE Through learning and temperance to virtue THE SYMBOLS OF The symbols of CUHK-Shenzhen are directly drawn from CUHK. EMBLEM The emblem of CUHK is the mythical Chinese bird, the feng ( ). The feng is an 鳳 immortal bird which has been regarded as the Bird of the South since the Han dynasty. It is a symbol of nobility, beauty, loyalty and majesty. COLORS The University colors of CUHK are purple and gold, respectively representing devotion and loyalty, and perseverance and resolution. MOTTO The motto of CUHK is ' ' (bó wén yuē lǐ) or 'Through learning and 博文約禮 temperance to virtue'. These words of Confucius have long been considered a principal precept of his teaching. It is recorded in the Analects of Confucius that the Master says, 'The superior man, extensively studying all learning, and keeping himself under the restraint of the rules of propriety, may thus likewise not overstep what is right’ (Legge’s version of the Four Books). In choosing ' ' as its motto, CUHK 博文約禮 is laying equal emphasis on the intellectual and moral aspects of education. PRESIDENT’S 欢迎 WELCOME Добро пожаловать Education is not merely the transmission of knowledge and skills. The founding ¡Bienvenidos! fathers of the Chinese University of Hong Kong were inspired by a mission to revitalize a nation, and a similar desire motivates us today as we build the 환영합니다 Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen. Selamat Datang دیدمآ شوخ As a young and vibrant university, CUHK-Shenzhen is committed to nurturing a new generation of leaders. Through excellence in teaching, research and knowledge transfer, we hope to contribute globally by grooming future generations Witam who are international in outlook, learned in their disciplines, upright in character, and committed to serving the needs of society. Welkom Bem-vindo Despite our youth, we have established a solid foundation and demonstrated what we are capable of achieving in the future. CUHK-Shenzhen is managed 歓迎する democratically. Our teaching staff are first rank academics recruited globally, including Nobel Laureates. They are developing fields of study that are poised ต้อนรับ at the cutting edge of human knowledge. The collegiate system and general Willkommen education courses contribute to the development of all-round development of students. Now more than ever the world needs to unite, to learn the lessons of tradition and combine them with modernity. At a time when the world is seeking solutions, we shall be firm in our resolve and march with courage and faith towards the realization of our goals. Prof. Yangsheng Xu President The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen CONTENTS 08 WHY CHINA? 09 WHY CUHK-SHENZHEN? 10 STUDY @CUHK-SHENZHEN Tailoring your studies The ideal academic environment Undergraduate programs School of Management & Economics School of Science & Engineering School of Data Science School of Life & Health Sciences School of Humanities & Social Science School of Music 23 ENRICHING YOUR ACADEMIC PALETTE Engage with the greatest ideas Create your greatest ideas Build your language proficiency Support for the greatest ideas Greatest ideas from around the world 26 EXPERIENCE CUHK-SHENZHEN LIFE Your home away from home Get social 30 LIFE AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT The one stop shop for international students Adapting to the academic environment Mental and physical health Getting into the work place After you graduate 32 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION 34 APPLYING TO CUHK-SHENZHEN Important Dates How to apply Entry requirements Tuition & expenses 36 SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL SUPPORT Entry Scholarships for 4 years Academic Performance Scholarship College Scholarships Guangdong Government Scholarship Shenzhen Universiade International Scholarship Work-study Program UNIVERSITY COMBINING TRADITION WITH MODERNITY BRINGING TOGETHER CHINA AND THE WEST Graduate with a degree from a university ranked in the top 50 globally All courses taught in English INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE THE CHINESE 98% UNIVERSITY OF Over 98% of graduates who seek employment are employed shortly HONG KONG, after graduating SHENZHEN THROUGH LEARNING AND TEMPERANCE TO VIRTUE #1 CUHK-Shenzhen is the top-ranked joint venture university in China 5 Study at one of our five schools – SME, SSE, SDS, LHS, HSS more schools will be established in the upcoming years 100% Full Tuition Scholarships which covers all tuition fees and accommodation 141,300 43 Our graduates who Earn a degree from a seek employment are university ranked 43rd in receiving an average the world (QS World annual salary of University Rankings, 2021) 141,300rmb https://www.topuniversities.com/university- rankings/world-university-rankings/2021 ¾ 13 Over 75% of CUHK Shenzhen graduates 13th in Asia pursue higher degrees, (QS World University two thirds of whom are Rankings, 2021) admitted to QS World’s https://www.topuniversities.com/university- Top 50 universities rankings/asian-university-rankings/2021 4 70+ Live in one of our Over seventy student four colleges – Shaw, clubs at CUHK- Diligentia, Muse and Shenzhen covering Harmonia a diverse array of activities and interests 140 The CUHK-Shenzhen campus is huge and gorgeous, already the size of 140 football fields and growing 20 Choose from 20 cutting-edge undergraduate programmes 1-2% 100+ You’ll be studying and Touch the world with building networks with over 100 partnerships elite Chinese students, with other world- the top 1-2% by GPA renowned universities from across China 20% With one fifth of China’s PhDs living and working in Shenzhen, it’s no wonder it is such a dynamic business and technology hub 33 Shenzhen is a very young and vibrant city with an average age of just 33 15 Just 15 minutes on the new high speed train from Shenzhen to Hong Kong or 30 minutes to Guangzhou 2nd In Lonely Planet’s list of ‘top 10 cities to visit in 2019’, Shenzhen ranked second as the best places to visit worldwide 360+ 60% 6 Well over 360 Almost two thirds of Your opportunity to outstanding faculty the student population learn from the six Nobel trained, educated has international Laureates and Turing and experienced from study experience Prize winners who work around the world at CUHK Shenzhen 16 Student to faculty ratio 16:1 Why China? The ever expanding role of China in global business increasingly demands expertise in this culture. Consistent with economic development, China is also undergoing an educational revolution. WHY CHINA? China in “The Asian Century” Quality of Education Rapidly changing, hugely diverse China as world leader Global influence Educational revolution World's second largest economy Global perspective Largest exporter and second largest importer of goods Low tuition fees and living costs Self-development Travel and Discovery Broaden your world perspective Explore an ancient culture Understand Chinese culture World class transport Learn Mandarin Chinese Gateway to Asia Internships and work opportunities Study at other elite universities worldwide “Doing one’s College degree in China, rather than picking up knowledge of China later admissions.cuhk.edu.cn/en in life would be the most effective way for ambitious youth to give themselves an enormous advantage in life.” Prof. Jesús Seade Special Advisor to the President, CUHK-Shenzhen 08 Why CUHK-Shenzhen? WHY CUHK-SHENZHEN? Quality Education Whole-person Education Earn a degree from a university ranked 43rd in English as the language of instruction the world and 9th in Asia (QS World University Combining Chinese humanistic ideals with western Rankings® 2021) liberal arts content One Brand, Two Campuses: applying CUHK An international academic environment standards and expectations A collegiate system modeled after CUHK to provide Top tier teaching staff recruited globally pastoral care and whole-person education Fields of study that combine different disciplines, A lively campus setting with a wide range of activities to poised at the cutting edge of human knowledge encourage social engagement State of the art facilities on a world-class campus Forward looking comprehensive research university with a global vision Extensive Opportunities University and government scholarships covering full Graduation Benefits accommodation and tuition fees Study and build relationships with elite students from CUHK degrees awarded upon graduation across China and the world Approximately two thirds of graduates continue to Shenzhen: China’s Silicon Valley and fastest growing postgraduate study at top 50 universities, including city. Headquarters of numerous high-tech multinational the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, enterprises Massachusetts Institute of Technology, National Take your studies beyond the classroom into the University of Singapore, Nanyang Technology University, Maker’s Workshop, Centre for Innovation, Design Cornell University, and Imperial College London and Entrepreneurship, university research facilities, Almost 99% of graduates who seek employment internships and part-time work opportunities find work soon after graduating at companies like Study abroad opportunities at elite universities worldwide Microsoft, Huawei, PwC, EY, Deloitte, KPMG, Tencent, IBM, P&G, Unilever and Coca-Cola Our Alumni program offers ongoing careers support, networking opportunities and connections to the “Chinese culture has always fascinated me university to support your long term development and the economy is booming, which makes China a key-player in the world market now and in the future.