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The Federation of Continuing in Tertiary Education

Dr. Joy Shi Director, The Federation for in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 1 The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions

• a group of 13 member institutions • with excellent track record in offering continuing and tertiary education programmes • sets out to promote • invests in people through provision of continuing education

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 2 Members The members of the Federation are:

Caritas ‐ Hong Kong

City of Hong Kong Hong Kong Baptist University Hong Kong of Technology

Hong Kong Institute of Technology

Lingnan University

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 3 Members

The Chinese University of Hong Kong The Hong Kong Institute of Education The Hong Kong Polytechnic University The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology The Open University of Hong Kong

The University of Hong Kong Vocational Training Council

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 4 Path of Further Studies (For Secondary 5 or Future HKDSE Leavers)

1. Full Time Study: • Associate Degree • Higher 2. Part Time Study • Continuing Education Programme • Employees Retraining Board • Short Training Programs

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 5 Admission Requirements for Associate Degree / Higher Diploma

1. HKCEE 5 subjects pass (Chinese and English) (or HKDSE, subject to further announcement) 2. GCE O Level Chinese = HKCEE Chinese 3. Age 21 or above 4. 5% special consideration *** Visit the school and discuss with them

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 6 Employees Retraining Board (Non Chinese Training Programmes)

1. Short Training Programmes (Day or evening mode) 2. Financial subsidy 3. Job placement support upon completion of programmes 4. ERB Enquiries: 182182 (9am to 7pm)

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 7 Why Further Studies helps?

1. Invest in your sons / daughters for a better future 2. Better chance to merge with Hong Kong Society 3. Knowledge / Personality building

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 8 Local Paths

1. Full‐time study in Associate Degree/ Higher Diploma 2. Search www.ipass.gov.hk for potential programmes 3. Apply to institutions in person after release of HKCEE or HKDSE results (application fee, results slip, HKID card)

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 9 How Can I Afford Tertiary Studies?

1. Apply for government Grant/Loan www.sfaa.gov.hk 2. Apply for government Non‐means Test Loan 3. Working part time

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 10 How Much is Required?

1. Tuition Fee: around $30,000 to over $40,000 2. Travel Expenses 3. Food Expenses 4. Books /Stationery

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 11 Overseas Paths (much more expensive)

• USA / : Community • UK: A level / Foundation Programmes • Australia: Foundation Programmes

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 12 Remember

1. Don’t proceed to work immediately after leaving school

2. Your children have the potential for a better future

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 13 Can my sons / daughters support themselves?

1. Yes: if with full or partial Grant /Loan support

2. If No Grant /Loan: Suggest to study part time if family cannot support the

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 14 Where can I seek help?

1. Approach social workers / any associations you know well 2. Contact the Non‐Chinese students support group 3. Visit the related web‐sites • Institutions: www.ipass.gov.hk • Grant/Loan: www.sfaa.gov.hk • Recognition: www.hkcaavq.edu.hk

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 15 What else?

1. Learn Cantonese / Mandarin 2. Sit for GCE O Level Chinese Exam

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 16 Areas of Choices

1. Business 2. Technology 3. Education 4. Nursing 5. Police Force 6. Marketing

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 17 Thank you

Joy Shi, Director, The Federation for Continuing Education in Tertiary Institutions President, Hong Kong Institute of Technology April 27, 2010 18