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HKUST 2014-2015
Annual Report
The School raised its education and research profile internationally, and
fostered innovation at HKUST through creative arts teaching and learning
SCHOOLOFHUMANITIES
ANDSOCIAL SCIENCE
The School’s two divisions enable students to explore and
develop their interest in different fields related to humanities
and social science. Opportunities to extend creativity are
also provided through an increasing focus on courses
encompassing musical appreciation and performance, while
communication is strengthened through the enhancement
of language capabilities. The School also carries out
internationally acclaimed research.
WIDENING STUDENT EXPERIENCE
After four years of running the signature undergraduate
Global China Studies (GCS) program, the School initiated
a review of the curriculum to maximize current faculty
strengths and to meet the changing needs of students
and employers. Developments included a one-credit career
course offered with HKUST’s Student Affairs Office from
Spring 2016 to help students’ career pathways and the
launch of a dual degree program with the School of
Political Science and Economics at Waseda University in
Japan, through support from the Bai Xian Foundation. The
number of exchange partners also expanded. Currently,
90% per cent of GCS undergraduate students have at least
one international experience and over 70% study abroad
for at least one term. Through generous support from
University alumnus Mr Shing Cheong Liu, sponsorship will
OVER
70%
Global China Studies
students study abroad
for at least one term
