1. Are the weightings of subjects different?
Try out our admission score calculators!
JUPAS Score Calculator
http://join.ust.hk/cal/cal_front.html
2. For Science and Engineering, is the Mathematics Extended Module: Algebra and Calculus Module (M2) more preferred than Calculus and Statistics Module (M1)?
In fact, we accord the same weighting to M1 and M2. Find out how M1/M2 affects one’s admission score from our admission score calculators. (via No. 1 QR Code)
3. Is it a MUST to have Level 3 or above in the HKDSE Chinese Language?
For admission, JUPAS applicants are required to meet the “332233” requirement which includes a minimum of Level 3 in HKDSE Chinese Language.
However, we accept students under specified special circumstances to present either of the following qualifications at grade E or above in lieu of HKDSE Chinese Language for admission purpose: (please refer to P. 24)
a) a HKDSE Category C “Other Language” subject; or b) a GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level, AS, AL Chinese Language.
4. Can I use my TOEFL/IELTS result to fulfill the English Language requirement?
We do not accept JUPAS applicants to present other English attainments in place of HKDSE English Language.
5. How will the University consider students getting the same HKDSE score?
The University ranks applicants primarily based on their HKDSE scores. In looking at the overall profile of a student, the following factors may result in an upward adjustment on the applicant’s position in the priority list:
• Performance in extra electives (in the form of a bonus score or as a tie-breaker);
• Band (as indicator of interest);
• Other Experiences and Achievements (mainly for Band A applicants);
• Student's 500-word personal statement (mainly for Band A applicants);
• School Reference Report (personal and general abilities);
• Interview performance
6. How should I rank my JUPAS program choices? What are the most common mistakes of JUPAS applicants?
To our surprise, students may be doing a lot of gaming based on a misunderstood concept of the JUPAS mechanism. It is sad to see academically able applicants forgoing their dream by putting a “certainly reachable but undesirable” program as their No. 1 choice. We strongly advise students to put their dream programs as their top JUPAS choices.
University entry is not about admission score only. Applicants should make good efforts to know more about the universities and the various JUPAS choices. Make sure you only choose programs that you are willing to invest 4 years of your time.
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7. How would the University consider the OEA & non-academic performance?
In general, OEA & non-academic attainments will account for no more than 5% of the admission score. However, do not underestimate how the SLP and OEA reflections would help you find the right JUPAS choices.
8. What would be considered a good personal statement (500 words, part of the JUPAS application)?
In general, we try to learn more about the applicant's personality, aspirations, and motivation/suitability for the program applied. A good essay should tell a story and have a clear focus, reveal passion and expose personality, show creativity and independent thinking so that after reading, the admission officer(s) would form a UNIQUE impression about the applicant.
9. How to raise my chances of getting an interview?
To raise the chance of getting an interview, make sure that you put our programs in Band A.
10. How should I prepare for the interview?
An interview is a chance for the University and students to understand each other better. It is best to just be your true self.
Be prepared to join a half-an-hour group interview in groups of 4-6 applicants. Wear a smile and stay relaxed. Show us that you can communicate well in English; that you are passionate about learning; that you are an independent thinker, who observes, thinks and makes suggestions.
Good interview performance in general will result in a bonus score.
11. Is interview a must for admission? I am worried about not getting an interview.
An interview is NOT a must for admission to HKUST programs. Every year, the University admits a large number of students without interviewing them. Those who have not been interviewed still stand a good chance for admission if they do well in their HKDSE exams.
12. How should HKDSE repeaters apply to HKUST?
Students applying on the basis of HKDSE results only must apply through JUPAS. This applies to school candidates in S6 and all other applicants. If you have HKDSE plus other qualifications, you can choose to either apply through JUPAS or apply directly to HKUST via Direct Admissions.
13. How can I enter an a dual degree program or interdisciplinary program under the School-based admission system?
Students interested in an interdisciplinary program will first enter one of the four Schools (JS5001, 5002, 5003 or 5004), and then choose to join the interdisciplinary program at the end of Year 1 through the major declaring exercise.
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14. Where can I find information specific to Schools?
Academic Advising:
http://advise.science.ust.hk
Academic Advising:
http://www.seng.ust.hk/e2i
Academic Advising:
http://undergrad.bm.ust.hk/eng/academics/
advising/student/index.jsp FAQ:
http://science.ust.hk/4year_faq.html
FAQ:
http://www.seng.ust.hk
(Prospective Students 4-Year Program FAQ)
FAQ:
http://undergrad.bm.ust.hk/eng/admissions/
faq/hkdse/index.jsp School of Science
School of Engineering
School of Business and Management
School of Humanities and Social Science
Interdisciplinary Programs
http://www.ipo.ust.hk/admission_ug_faq.html http://www.shss.ust.hk/major/faq.html
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