HKUST Admissions 2025 - JUPAS

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HKUST provides students with an abundance of opportunities to step beyond the campus and gain invaluable global exposure. I had the incredible chance to immerse myself in a completely new country, culture, and language when I studied abroad at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. But that's not all – I was also thrilled to have been selected as a delegate at the 11th University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Bangkok. There, I had the chance to learn from inspirational speakers and exchange ideas with fellow young leaders from around the globe who are passionate about creating positive change. These are the kinds of enriching, life-changing experiences that are par for the course at HKUST. So what are you waiting for? The world is your oyster – let HKUST help you seize it.

the support and resources to unlock your full potential. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus and helping you embark on an enriching and transformative university journey. I am confident that your time at HKUST will be an experience like no other.

At HKUST, we are committed to cultivating global leaders and innovators. As a leading research university in Asia, we offer an unparalleled educational experience with academic excellence, vibrant campus life, and boundless opportunities. Our diverse international community represents over 70 countries. You will learn from world- class faculty, collaborate with talented peers, and immerse yourself in the unique culture of Hong Kong - a thriving cosmopolitan city in the heart of Asia. We encourage you to explore our wide range of undergraduate programs, from engineering and business to science and humanities. Whatever your academic interests, you will find

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IN HONG KONG

Tracy Ma BSc in Global China Studies

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

I'm incredibly grateful for the HKUST exchange program and The Franklin Fund for International Business Studies. Studying at UC Berkeley expanded my global perspective and offered invaluable insights into business methodologies. Interviewing a Hong Konger at Pixar and exploring cities like New York and San Francisco enriched my understanding of cultural and business dynamics. This experience has been pivotal in shaping my future career and entrepreneurial aspirations. Davis Chow BBA in Operations Management

1 , 200+ students in study abroad programs

240+ institutional partners

38 study destinations

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

HKUST OFFERS A PLETHORA OF SUPPORT TO HELP BRING IDEAS TO LIFE

MENTORSHIP Guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and alumni.

STARTUP NETWORK Participate in the HKUST-Sino One Million Dollar Entrepreneurship Competition, Unicorn Day and other networking events, where you can showcase your business plans to international investors and executives. FUNDING Gain access to various funds such as the Lo Kwee Seong Technopreneurship Fund and Chan Dang Foundation Social Entrepreneurship Award. TRAINING AND SUPPORT Engage in entrepreneurial education and training through initiatives like E-week, Lo Kwee Seong Technopreneurship (Tech-Ship) Program, Dream Builder Incubation Program, Startups Internship Program and workshops.

US$ 800 MILLION External fund acquired

10 Unicorn

companies

HKUST’s scholarships have transformed my academic and personal journey. It recognized my efforts in social entrepreneurship, enabling me to create the 'Dream Discovery Scheme' mentoring program for high school students. This deepened my commitment to social impact and allowed me to build a social enterprise with HKUST's ideation fund. Additionally, my involvement with Enactus further fueled my passion for social entrepreneurship within the HKSTP ecosystem.

1 , 700+ Startups incubated 2 , 064 Active patents /

180+

External competition awards obtained since 2020

OUT OF 5

Students attended entrepreneurial- related activities

Calvin Kwan BBA in Global Business

Patent applications

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

BI-ANNUAL CAREER MOSAIC JOB FAIR

Meet advisors

Career development program

COMPANIES The Career Fair offers a highly effective platform for students to reach out to employers for promising internships and graduate employment opportunities, as well as for employers to get to know our students. Over 200 including BlackRock, Deutsche Bank, Jardine Schindler, LVMH, Cathy Pacific, Deloitte, Accenture, HSBC etc. HKUST has a strong track record and reputation for supporting students in their future careers by providing resources such as a live job board, useful career guidance, networking opportunities at job fairs, and a valuable alumni network to help them achieve success in their careers. I was fortunate enough to intern with an American asset manager as their summer alternatives specialist in my penultimate year. The professionalism, expertise, innovation, and energy deeply impressed me. Kudos to HKUST for its engagement with different banks, asset managers, hedge funds, corporates, and more; I learned more about the companies and available roles. Meanwhile, HKUST is actively supporting students in pursuing their careers overseas. This support is extremely helpful in today’s world, especially as the APAC region is on the rise.

Network with potential employers

Nearly 100 % EMPLOYMENT RATE

2-3

JOB OFFERS BEFORE GRADUATION

FAVORABLE IMMIGRATION ARRANGEMENTS FOR

US $ 2 , 900 + MEDIAN GROSS MONTHLY INCOME

Andy Lo BBA in Global Business and Management

NON-LOCAL GRADUATES (IANG)* *Fresh graduates may apply to stay for a max. of 24 months and work in Hong Kong without having secured an offer of employment upon application. (Terms and conditions apply).

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

A minimum of 120 credits are required to complete a 4-year curriculum CROSS-DISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS

BROAD-BASED CURRICULUM

45+ MAJORS

22 MINORS

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) DIGITAL MEDIA AND CREATIVE ARTS (DMCA) 2 EXTENDED MAJORS

School of Humanities and Social Science

School of Science

WE SPARK. WE THRIVE.

Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies

School of Engineering

School of Business and Management

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & 2025 JUPAS ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS JUPAS applicants applying to HKUST are expected to satisfy the University's general admissions requirements of four core subjects and two elective subjects with minimum attainment levels of "332A33", and specific requirements set out by individual Schools or programs on subjects and subject attainment levels (if any).

General Requirements 4C + 2X (4 core subjects plus 2 electives), or 4C + 1X + M1 / M2 (4 core subjects + 1 elective, plus Mathematics Extended Part Module 1 or Module 2) Elective subject in the admissions score formulae refers to Category A subjects, including Mathematics Extended Part Module 1 and Module 2.

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Minimum Admissions Requirements

6 th Best Subject Bonus A maximum of 5% of Best 5 Subjects Highest Attainable Score

Best 5 Subjects Highest Attainable Score

JUPAS Code

School/Program-specific Subject Requirements

2 nd Elective or M1/M2

Citizenship & Social Development

JUPAS Choice

Study Option

Best 5 Subjects Score Formulae

1 st Elective

English Lang.

Chinese Lang.

Math (Comp.)

JS5101 International Research Enrichment ^

International Research Enrichment

Attained 3

English + Math + Best 2 from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / M1 / M2 + Best 1 other subject

42.5

BSc in Mathematics #@

BSc in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in Science BSc in Physics #

English x 1.5 + Math + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / M1 / M2 * + Best 2 other subjects * * Weighting : Physics / M1 / M2 (x2), Biology / Chemistry (x 1.5) Notes: The highest score of at most TWO weighted electives will be taken in the Best 5 score calculation.

Attained 3

63.75

JS5102 Science (Group A)

BSc in Ocean Science and Technology #@ BSc in Data Science and Technology (Remark 4) BSc in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE

One of: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / M1 / M2

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

JS5103 Science (Group B) BSc in Biotechnology BSc in Chemistry BSc in Ocean Science and Technology #@ JS5118 BSc in Biomedical and Health Sciences ^ NEW BSc in Biomedical and Health Sciences

English x 1.5 + Math + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / M1 / M2 * + Best 2 other subjects * * Weighting : Biology / Chemistry (x2), Physics / M1 / M2 (x 1.5) Notes: The highest score of at most TWO weighted electives will be taken in the Best 5 score calculation.

Attained 3

63.75

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BSc in Mathematics with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence BSc in Physics with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence BSc in Ocean Science and Technology with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence

Science (Group A) with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence

JS5181

Attained 3

63.75

BEng in Computer Engineering @

JS5212 BEng in Computer Engineering NEW

BEng in Bioengineering #@ BEng in Chemical Engineering #@ BEng in Energy and Environmental Engineering #@ BEng in Civil Engineering #@ BEng in Civil and Environmental Engineering #@

Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering NEW

JS5220

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering NEW Department of Computer Science and Engineering NEW Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering NEW Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics NEW Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering NEW Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (Remark 6)

JS5230

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / ICT * ◆ + Best 2 other subjects ~ * ◆ Weighting : Biology / Chemistry / Physics (x2) / ICT (x1) ~ Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 1.5), other subjects (x 1) ◆ Combined Science can also be counted as a science subject which carries a weighting of x2. Notes: Subject requirements and weightings for specific departments might change after 2025 intake.

BEng / BSc in Computer Science @ BEng in Artificial Intelligence @

JS5240

One of: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Information and Communication Technology ◆

Category A & C Subjects Applies

Attained 3

72.25

BEng in Electronic Engineering #@ BEng in Microelectronics & Integrated Circuits #@

JS5250

BEng in Decision Analytics #@ BEng in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management #@

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JS5260

BEng in Mechanical Engineering #@ BEng in Aerospace Engineering #@

JS5270

BSc in Data Science and Technology (Remark 4) All Programs Offered by the School of Engineering (Remark 5) All Programs Offered by the School of Business and Management

JS5282

JS5300 Business and Management (Remark 7)

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best 3 other subjects

59.5

BBA in Economics #@

JS5311 BBA in Economics

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Better of Best 3 other subjects OR

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

BBA in Finance #@

JS5312 BBA in Finance

63.75

Best of Chemistry / Economics / Physics / M1 / M2 x 1.5 + Best 2 other subjects

BBA in Global Business #@ BBA in Information Systems #@

JS5313 BBA in Global Business ^ JS5314 BBA in Information Systems

No specific subject requirements

Category A & C Subjects Applies

Attained 3

BBA in Management #@ BBA in Marketing #@

JS5315 BBA in Management JS5316 BBA in Marketing

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best 3 other subjects

59.5

BBA in Operations Management #@ BBA in Professional Accounting #@ BSc in Economics and Finance #@ BSc in Quantitative Finance #@

JS5317 BBA in Operations Management JS5318 BBA in Professional Accounting JS5331 BSc in Economics and Finance ^ JS5332 BSc in Quantitative Finance ^

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English x 2 + Math x 2 + Better of Best 3 other subjects OR

63.75

Best of Chemistry / Economics / Physics / M1 / M2 x 1.5 + Best 2 other subjects

Remarks ^ Interview is compulsory. # Students of these programs may opt for an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence. @ Students of these programs may opt for an Extended Major in Digital Media and Creative Arts. + For local students admitted to the five-year Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management, the tuition fee for the fifth year of study will be set at a different rate from the first four years of undergraduate studies, which is funded and set by the Government. As reference, the DDP 5th year tuition fee is $60,000 for 2024/25, subject to annual review and adjustment. ∆ Score 3 or above in Category C subjects will also be considered as 2 nd Elective. ▲ Category C subjects may be used once in the score calculation.

6. Students admitted to the School-based choices Engineering with an Extended Major in AI or Science (Group A) with an Extended Major in AI have to drop the Extended Major in AI if they enrol in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering Program or Data Science and Technology Program after admission. 7. Students admitted to School-based choice Business and Management will join the Major Selection Exercise (MSE) to declare major within the first 3 semesters of study. All students admitted to the School or its programs will follow the same Year- 1 curriculum and start their major study from the second year onwards. They may also declare more than one business major in subsequent semesters.

1. Jointly offered by the School of Science and School of Business and Management. 2. Jointly offered by the School of Science, School of Engineering, and School of Business and Management. RMBI students may opt to pursue the Dual Degree 4+1 Pathway (BSc RMBI + MSc Fintech). Visit https://rmbi.hkust.edu.hk/ to learn more. 3. Jointly offered by the School of Business and Management and Division of Environment and Sustainability. Students of the School of Business and Management could apply to this program after their first year of study. 4. Jointly offered by the School of Science and School of Engineering. 5. Admission to Computer Science (COMP), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Engineering (CPEG), and Microelectronics and Integrated Circuits (MEIC) from the School-based admission track is expected to be competitive due to limited quota. Students passionate about COMP or AI should apply to JS5240 Department of Computer Science and Engineering. Those particularly interested in Computer Engineering should apply to JS5212 Computer Engineering program, while students interested in MEIC should apply to JS5250 Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering.

SCHOOL-BASED APPLICATION CHOICES Students who wish to spend more time exploring their interests may apply and be admitted to a School without a major initially. They would apply to major department(s) or program(s) during the Major Selection Exercise (MSE).

PROGRAM-BASED / DEPARTMENTAL-BASED APPLICATION CHOICES Students who have developed clear interests in specific discipline(s) or program(s) may apply and be admitted directly to the Department(s) or Program(s) of their choice.

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

Score calculator and more information

Minimum Admissions Requirements

6 th Best Subject Bonus A maximum of 5% of Best 5 Subjects Highest Attainable Score

Best 5 Subjects Highest Attainable Score

JUPAS Code

School/Program-specific Subject Requirements

2 nd Elective or M1/M2

Citizenship & Social Development

JUPAS Choice

Study Option

Best 5 Subjects Score Formulae

1 st Elective

English Lang.

Chinese Lang.

Math (Comp.)

SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

No specific subject requirements

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Global China Studies @

JS5411 BSc in Global China Studies

Attained 3

3 ∆

English x 2 + Chinese x 1.5 + Best 3 other subjects ▲

55.25

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best 3 other subjects * * Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 1.5), other subjects (x 1)

No specific subject requirements

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Quantitative Social Analysis @

Attained 3

JS5412 BSc in Quantitative Social Analysis

63.75

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One of: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science / Design and Applied Technology / Information and Communication Technology

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science / Design and Applied Technology / ICT * + Best 2 other subjects ~ * Weighting : Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science / Design and Applied Technology (x 2), ICT (x 1) ~ Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 1.5), other subjects (x 1) 72.25

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Integrative Systems and Design #@

JS5711 BSc in Integrative Systems and Design ^

Attained 3

ACADEMY OF INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

No specific subject requirements

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Environmental Management and Technology

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best 3 other subjects ▲

59.5

JS5812

BSc in Environmental Management and Technology

Attained 3

3 ∆

One of: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science / Information and Communication Technology

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science / ICT * + Best 2 other subjects ~ * Weighting : Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Combined Science (x 2), ICT (x 1) ~ Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 1.5), other subjects (x 1)

BEng / BSc & BBA Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management #@

Category A & C Subjects Applies

BEng / BSc & BBA Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management ^ +

Attained 3

72.25

JS5901

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BSc in Individualized Interdisciplinary Major Students from all Schools could apply to the interdisciplinary programs above after the first year of study.

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Biotechnology and Business (Remark 1)

JS5811 BSc in Biotechnology and Business

One of: Biology / Chemistry English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best of Biology / Chemistry x 1.5 + Best 2 other subjects

63.75

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best from Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Economics / M1 / M2 * + Best 2 other subjects * Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 2), Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Economics (x 1.5) 68

One of: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Economics / M1 / M2 No specific subject requirements No specific subject requirements

JOINT PROGRAMS

Category A, B & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Mathematics and Economics (Remark 1)

JS5813 BSc in Mathematics and Economics

Attained 3

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Best 3 other subjects ~ ~ Weighting : M1 / M2 (x 1.5), other subjects (x 1)

Category A & C Subjects Applies Category A & C Subjects Applies

BSc in Risk Management and Business Intelligence ^

BSc in Risk Management and Business Intelligence #@ (Remark 2)

63.75

JS5814

English x 2 + Math x 2 + Better of Best 3 other subjects OR

BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance (Remark 3)

JS5822 BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance ^

63.75

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Best of Chemistry / Economics / Physics / M1 / M2 x 1.5 + Best 2 other subjects

Students from respective Schools (please refer to the remarks) could apply to joint School programs after their first year of study.

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

2024 HKUST JUPAS ADMISSIONS SCORES

POINTS TO NOTE: 1. HKUST calculates weighted scores based on 2024 program-specific formulae, of which certain subjects are given heavier weighting. 2. All admissions scores are applicable to local students and are provided for reference only. The public examination results of students admitted to each program vary from year to year. HKUST considers an applicant's whole profile, on top of the HKDSE score.

3. All scores presented in this leaflet for 8.5-point scale are based on the following conversion scale of subject levels/ grades to scores for 2024 Entry: Category A Core/Elective Subjects 5** = 8.5 ; 5* = 7 ; 5 = 5.5 ; 4 = 4 ; 3 = 3 ; 2 = 2 Category B Applied Learning Subjects Attained with Distinction (II) = 4 ; Attained with Distinction (I) = 3 ; Attained = 0 Category C Other Language Subjects A = 7 ; B = 5.5 ; C = 4 ; D = 2.5 ; E = 1

WEIGHTED SCORE (Best 5 subjects + 6 th subject bonus)

AVERAGE LEVEL OF PREFERRED HKDSE SUBJECTS ^

PROGRAM

HIGHEST ATTAINABLE

LOWER QUARTILE

LOWER QUARTILE PER-SUBJECT-AVERAGE SCORE

HIGHEST ATTAINABLE

LOWER QUARTILE

MEDIAN

School of Business and Management

School of Science

JS5300

Business & Management

62.48 32.50 32.05

4.42

JS5101

International Research Enrichment

44.63 36.75 34.50

Science subjects/M1/M2 Level 5**

JS5311

BBA in Economics

62.48 35.05 34.14

4.70

JS5102

Science (Group A)

66.94 31.13 29.66

Physics/M1/M2

Level 4

JS5312

BBA in Finance

66.94 43.50 42.75

5.44

JS5103

Science (Group B)

66.94 32.00 30.44

Biology/Chemistry

Level 4

JS5313

BBA in Global Business

62.48 53.44 50.06

6.81

Science (Group A) with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence

JS5181

66.94 37.38 34.00

Physics/M1/M2

Level 5

JS5314

BBA in Information Systems

62.48 35.40 34.00

4.80

School of Engineering

JS5315

BBA in Management

62.48 33.55 32.04

4.45

Science subjects/ICT Mathematics/M1/M2

Level 5 Level 5

JS5200

Engineering

75.86 39.78 38.21

JS5316

BBA in Marketing

62.48 32.50 32.05

4.43

JS5317

BBA in Operations Management

62.48 32.48 31.30

4.36

Engineering with an Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (Admissions scores for 2025 intake might change due to the new admissions framework)

Science subjects/ICT Mathematics/M1/M2

Level 5 Level 5*

JS5282

75.86 48.45 45.70

JS5318

BBA in Professional Accounting

62.48 32.40 31.93

4.38

JS5331

BSc in Economics and Finance

66.94 50.06 48.56

6.18

School of Humanities and Social Science

JS5332

BSc in Quantitative Finance

66.94 60.94 59.11

7.51

JS5411

BSc in Global China Studies

58.01 28.00 27.50

Chinese

Level 4

Joint Programs

JS5412

BSc in Quantitative Social Analysis

66.94 30.88 30.00

Mathematics/M1/M2

Level 5

JS5814

BSc in Risk Management and Business Intelligence

66.94 45.00 42.88

5.44

Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies

JS5822

BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance

66.94 38.63 37.13

4.71

Science subjects/ICT/DAT Mathematics/M1/M2 English/Mathematics/ Elective Subject

Level 5 Level 5

JS5711

BSc in Integrative Systems and Design

75.86 39.28 33.24

Competitive Score Range for the new programs offered by the School of Engineering

BSc in Environmental Management and Technology

JS5812

62.48 31.40 30.55

Level 5

Since 2025 admissions, the School of Engineering has implemented the Dual Track Admissions Framework. The following programs are the new choices available from 2025 onwards. Students with attainment within the score range are expected to have a chance of admissions.

Science subjects/ICT Mathematics/M1/M2

Level 5* Level 5*

BEng/BSc & BBA Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management

JS5901

75.86 61.66 58.55

Joint Programs

JUPAS code

Competitive Score Range (Best 5 subjects + 6 th subject bonus)

JUPAS Choice

JS5811

BSc in Biotechnology and Business

66.94 39.75 38.91

Biology/Chemistry

Level 5

43-47 #

JS5212 BEng in Computer Engineering

Science subjects/ Economics/M1/M2

JS5813

BSc in Mathematics and Economics

71.40 42.60 39.20

Level 5

34-38 @

JS5220 Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

^ Average level of preferred HKDSE exam subjects demonstrates the level of competence of admitted students in the subject area. Science subjects refer to HKDSE subjects Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

34-38 @

JS5230

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

43-47 #

JS5240 Department of Computer Science and Engineering

34-38 @

JS5250 Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering

34-38 @

JS5260 Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics

34-38 @

JS5270 Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

# The score range is estimated based on the past ENGG+AI program admission scores @ The score range is estimated based on the past ENGG program admission scores

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HKUST 2025 ADMISSIONS

CONVERSION OF HKDSE LEVELS / GRADES TO SCORES

ALTERNATIVE QUALIFICATION IN CHINESE LANGUAGE

Students may satisfy the University’s Chinese Language requirement with the HKDSE Cat. B Subjects, Cat. C Subjects or Alternative Qualification in Chinese Language (ACL) are listed below. a) the applicants have learned Chinese Language for less than 6 years while receiving primary and secondary education, or b) the applicants have learned Chinese Language for 6 years or more in schools but have been taught an adapted and simpler curriculum not normally applicable to the majority of students in HK local schools.

Conversion Table for 2025 HKUST JUPAS Admissions