HKUSPACE AT A GLANCE September 2026 EDITION HKU SPACE was awarded the ASIIN Institutional Accreditation seal for its quality management in teaching and learning.
HKU SPACE Receives 5-Year Extension of ASIIN Accreditation Seal In relation to the International Quality Review, the German Agency, the Accreditation Agency for Study Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Mathematics (ASIIN), has now confirmed that our institutional accreditation seal has been extended for 5 years until 30 September 2028. This confirms that HKU SPACE fulfils the institutional, procedural and cultural requirements for good teaching and successful learning. The experts commended that “HKU SPACE's institutional leadership is particularly strong, and the institution is procedurally rigorous.” Finally the Panel concluded that HKU SPACE has a strong base to build on and promising potential to further develop as a World Class Centre of Excellence in Continuing Education, Lifelong Learning and Transnational Education. We are HKU SPACE “Lifelong Learning for a Better Future” Vision Mission Values · Supportive of our learners, our staff and our partners · Pioneering new initiatives and passionate for change · Accountable to stakeholders with professionalism and integrity · Creative and innovative in teaching and learning · Excellent in the quality of what we do to serve our communities In fulfilling the commitment of The University of Hong Kong in developing and extending lifelong learning opportunities for the community, HKU SPACE aspires to be a world-class centre of excellence for the provision of professional and continuing education in Hong Kong and the region. · Collaborate with the University and other institutions locally and globally in expanding lifelong learning opportunities for personal development, academic progression and professional and career advancement · Engage with stakeholders to deliver high quality education and training programmes to meet the needs of society in Hong Kong and the region · Be a strong advocate of lifelong learning for all to realise an educated citizenry and quality of life · Excel in the provision of professional and continuing education in Hong Kong and the region · Foster strategic partnerships locally and globally to promote international outlook and opportunities
CONTENTS P.2 History P.3 Major Milestones P.19 Staff Strength P.20 Our Alumni P.21 Learning Spaces P.14 - 16 Facts and Figures P.4 HKU SPACE Today Our Part-time Programmes · College of Business and Finance · College of Humanities and Law · College of Life Sciences and Technology Our Full-time Programmes · HKU SPACE Community College · HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College · HKU SPACE International College P.17 - 18 Our Partners Universities Professional Bodies
2 The University of Hong Kong’s Department of Extra Mural Studies (DEMS) was established in 1956/57, the first continuing education unit in a university in the region. DEMS played a significant role in the provision of lifelong learning opportunities for the wider community. In 1992, it was renamed as the School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE). The University has a recognised role in lifelong learning and, as the continuing education arm of the University, HKU SPACE fulfills this part of the University’s mission by providing learning opportunities for personal, professional and career advancement for people from all walks of life. History “Your Department [of Extra-Mural Studies], which was instituted by the Court yesterday, is the most important of all our departments as far as public relations are concerned. Planned aright and if given full scope, your work will touch every section of the community, every stratum of our society; it is the most important means of explaining or making available to the masses the knowledge accumulated by the few.” A congratulatory message delivered by Sir Lindsay Ride, the Vice-Chancellor of The University of Hong Kong, dated 22 May 1957.
3 The Department of Extra Mural Studies of HKU established 1957 Self-financed operation commenced 1996 Chinese Medicine Clinic established 1998 Incorporated as a not-for-profit University company limited by guarantee 1999 HKU SPACE Community College established 2000 HKU SPACE ALUMNI formed 2004 HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) founded 2006 Collegiate structure established 2007 Renamed as The School of Professional and Continuing Education 1992 International College established (formerly known as Centre for International Degree Programmes) 2003 HKU SPACE Honorary Fellowship established 2014 60th Anniversary 2016 Received international recognition on quality standards 2022 First Inauguration Ceremony for the Full-time Postgraduate Diploma Programmes 2026 First custom built campus for Community College at Kowloon Bay 2008 Major Milestones 3.5 million Course Enrolments (1957 - 2026)
4 HKU SPACE Today The University manages the affairs of the School through a non-profit-making company limited by guarantee which has a Board of Directors that draws its members from the University itself and from the wider community. The School’s academic programmes are monitored by the University Senate through the Board for Continuing and Professional Education and Lifelong Learning. The School has a Collegiate organisation. The wide range of part-time courses offered at all academic levels are organised under 23 subject groups allocated among three Colleges: of Business and Finance (CBF), Humanities and Law (CHL) and Life Sciences and Technology (CLST). These three colleges also offer full-time overseas degree courses. All the Colleges offer award bearing programmes as well as non-award bearing programmes (including Executive Certificates and Diplomas). The Community College (CC) is responsible for full-time sub-degree courses. The HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) is a joint venture with a leading charitable association, Po Leung Kuk, and also offers full time sub-degree courses. HKU SPACE collaborates with a wide range of academic and professional institutions globally (in the UK, Australia, the USA, Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong). The School will continue to explore opportunities for further cooperation with reputable institutions, both local and overseas, in order to offer a greater variety of high quality and relevant programmes to students.
• College of Business and Finance • College of Humanities and Law • College of Life Sciences and Technology • Accounting & Finance • Architecture, Environment & Housing • Arts, Design & Culture • Aviation, Transport & Logistics • Business & Management • Chinese Medicine • Computing & Data Science • Engineering & Science • Healthcare, Sport & Wellness • Hospitality & Lifestyle • Languages • Law • Leadership Enhancement & Development • Marketing • Social Sciences We organise our 23 subject groups under 15 major headings: The Colleges Our Part-time Programmes 5
Vision Business education@HKUSPACE • Articulation in achieving academic and professional awards • Acquisition of essential professional and in-demand industry knowledge • Advancement in career Inspiring Your Future Open new opportunities for the younger generation to be the future business leaders in the technology-driven economy fuelled by innovation Scope of services and programmes Programme areas include: · Accounting and Corporate Governance · Business Management · Finance and Compliance · FinTech and Financial Intelligence · Hospitality, Tourism, Events and Lifestyle · Human Capital Management and Innovation · Investment Management, Risk Management · Digital Marketing and Branding · Retail, Fashion and Luxury Brand Management · Supply Chain and Logistics Management · Inbound Training and Overseas Study Tours Recognition and awards College of Business and Finance The College of Business and Finance has partnered with renowned professional bodies to offer in-demand skill sets courses in finance, accounting, management, marketing, hospitality, tourism, and events to cultivate business and financial talents for the fast-changing world. Please scan the QR code for more information. 6
Vision To support the Vision of the School, the College of Humanities and Law is committed to offer quality training and programmes to meet the lifelong learning and developmental needs of the community. In the medium and long term, the College endeavours to encompass different professions and sectors of society, as well as Chinese Mainland and nearby regions. By expanding its reach, the College hopes to make a greater impact on the lives of those it serves with the mission: Learning to Be, Learning to Do Language Centre: · Centre for Language Education and Assessment College of Humanities and Law Scope of services and programmes Programme areas include: · Culture, Arts and Design · English and European Languages · Housing, Transport and Built Environment · Law · Oriental Studies · Social Sciences 7 Recognition and awards The College of Humanities and Law offers both online and in-person professional training and continuing education in humanities, law and languages. The College has built up good and long-term relationships with a wide range of professional bodies and works closely with them to cater for the professional development needs of our students to help enhance their career prospects. Please scan the QR code for more information.
College of Life Sciences and Technology Scope of services and programmes The principal programme areas include: · Applied Biomedical and General Sciences · Aviation, Computing, Technology and Data Science · Chinese Medicine · Food, Nutrition and Healthcare · Smart Wellness and Sustainability · Sport, Exercise and Recreation Management Recognition and awards CLST is recognised for delivering high-quality, professionally relevant programmes that support the career advancement of working professionals. Its strengths are reflected across four key areas. Positioning is evident in programmes aligned with evolving industry, healthcare, and societal needs. Partnership is demonstrated through sustained collaboration with professional bodies and reputable international universities, ensuring academic credibility and workplace relevance. Potential is shown through recognised teaching excellence, innovative programme design, and flexible pathways for upskilling and reskilling. Productivity is achieved through effective use of digital tools and responsible AI to enhance learning effectiveness and real-world application. Together, these strengths affirm CLST’s commitment to practical, career-focused education with lasting professional impact. 8 Training centre and consultation: · Dietetic Clinic for Teaching and Research · Chinese Medicine Clinics and Pharmacy Vision The College of Life Sciences and Technology (CLST) aspires to become the most preferred centre for training and continuing professional development for the Holistic Wellness, Aviation and New Technology professions, promoting people’s health and well-being and nurturing leaders of tomorrow to improve the quality of life for all in Hong Kong and the wider community. Our College recognises that digital competence is essential for education and career success in the modern world. Therefore, we are committed to integrating AI into our curriculum and providing our teachers, students, and staff with the necessary digital skills and knowledge to enable them to excel in a technology-driven world.
HKU SPACE has offered full-time programmes leading to sub-degree awards - Associate Degree, and Higher Diploma since the year 2000 when the School established the first Community College in Hong Kong. Sub-degree education provides an alternative study pathway for those secondary school graduates who could not enter university. Sub-degree graduates can have a second chance to continue their studies in a tertiary institution or start their career after graduation. In 2003, the School established the International College (formerly Centre for International Degree Programmes) to provide full-time top-up degrees for those Community College graduates who would like to pursue a bachelor degree awarded by public universities in the UK and Australia. The study programmes can be completed in Hong Kong without going overseas. In 2026, the Government amended the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap 320). The University will take steps to comply with the new legislation so that the self-financed full-time sub-degree programmes offered by the HKU SPACE Community College can come under Cap 320 and also facilitate the development of degree programmes. Full details will be available in 2027. 9 Our Full-time Programmes
Highlights Introduction HKU SPACE Community College (CC) is now regarded as a premier educational institution offering a comprehensive range of award-bearing programmes in many subjects leading to sub-degree awards (Associate Degree / Higher Diploma). Successful completion of any academic programme offered by the CC leads to an award within the University of Hong Kong system through HKU SPACE. Its high-calibre programmes are designed to align with university curricula with the chief aim of providing students with additional pathways to enter university degree studies as well as to prepare them for specific professions. Programme Categories Arts & Humanities Business & Economics Engineering & Technology English Mathematics & Science Social Sciences Founded in the Year 2000 First of its kind in Hong Kong Around 15,500 students in 2026/2027 37 sub-degree programmes offered to date 10 Students have progressed to HKU (Highest admission rate among local community colleges) Over 5,500 Admitted to UGC-funded degree programmes Over 18,000 Admitted to local and overseas bachelor’s degree programmes Over 34,000
2025 Destination Survey Of Graduates / Students* * Not including Higher Diploma in Dental Hygiene. 2025 Articulation Data To Full-time Degree Programmes* 2025 Articulation Data By Institution* * Not including Higher Diploma in Dental Hygiene. * Those who progress to full-time degree studies not including Higher Diploma in Dental Hygiene. Articulation Data Employment 13.5% Seeking Employment or Others 14.7% Further Studies 71.8% Seeking Employment or Others 9.6% Employment 5.4% Further Studies 85.0% UGC-funded Degree Programmes 55.5% Study Abroad 0.3% Local Self-financed Degree Programmes 44.2% Study Abroad 4.4% UGC-funded Degree Programmes 67.6% Local Self-financed Degree Programmes 28% HKU 8.0% Study Abroad 3.9% Top-up Degrees 6.2% CUHK 7.3% HKUST 3.4% City U 15.7% HK Baptist U 10.1% PolyU 10.4% EdUHK 6.1% Lingnan U 5.0% Local Self-financed Degrees 23.9%
In 2025/2026, The College has set up articulation agreements with a number of overseas universities. Many of these universities also offer exemptions and credit transfers for our students. *A new agreement with Adelaide University is currently under discussion. 1,400 students obtained awards, scholarships and bursaries nearly HK $20m was offered to eligible candidates around Australia University of South Australia* University of New South Wales Queensland University of Technology The University of Queensland Monash University Bond University UK University of the West of England, Bristol Newcastle University University of Plymouth University of Ulster University of Huddersfield Swansea University University of Bolton Oxford Brookes University University of Dundee Articulation To Overseas Universities Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) Founded in 2006, HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Community College is a joint venture with a leading charitable institution, Po Leung Kuk. In appreciation of a donation received from businessman and philanthropist, the late Dr Stanley Ho, the College was officially renamed as “HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC)” in 2015. The Associate Degree and Higher Diploma programmes offered by HPSHCC are planned and accredited by HKU SPACE in accordance with its stringent quality assurance process. Successful completion of most programmes offered by the College leads to an award within The University of Hong Kong (HKU) system through HKU SPACE. The College now offers some of its own awards accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic & Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ). 12 Korea University of Ulsan
· 116students obtained Scholarships · 15students obtained Bursaries · 2students obtained Top Student Award 121 62 Scholarships & Student Awards In 2025/2026 Total No. of Respondents from "Graduate Survey Final Report" Total No. of Graduates from IC in 2025 Partner Universities · University of London · University of the Arts London · Edinburgh Napier University · Ulster University · University of Hull · University of Plymouth · Middlesex University London Unlock Global Opportunities - International Degrees in Hong Kong Introduction HKU SPACE International College (IC) offers full-time non-local undergraduate programmes covering a wide range of areas for sub-degree holders or HKDSE/IB/GCE graduates. All programmes are delivered in collaboration with universities in the UK with a duration between 10 and 36 months. All the non-local programmes are on the Register of Exempted Courses under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance, Cap. 493 in Hong Kong. The standard of the courses offered locally is comparable to that of the courses offered in the home countries. 12 Over 9,000 graduates awarded bachelor’s degree from our overseas partner universities Established in 2003 Offers 15 full-time undergraduate (full and top-up degree) programmes Programme Categories · Accounting, Finance, Business and Management · Art and Design · Culture, Communication and Media · Food and Nutrition · Marketing Management · Hospitality, Tourism and Events 13 These are exempted courses under the Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which these courses may lead. Secured a job within 3 months after graduation 92.4% Were very satisfied / satisfied with their completed programmes 71.4% Others 7.6% Others 28.6%
14 Facts and Figures
15 2025 / 2026 Level Enrolment Statistics (2025/2026) Academic Awards (2025/2026) Postgraduate Programmes Degree Programme (Including Full-time Degree Programmes) Diplomas and Certificates General / Short Courses (Including Non-award Bearing Professional Courses) Community College Programmes (Full-time Associate Degree and Higher Diploma Programmes) TOTAL 95 47 644 354 64 1,204 No. of Programmes 7,238 6,651 31,049 30,655 15,796 91,389 Course Enrolment Numbers 2,240 1,879 17,150 23,819 15,796 60,884 No. of Students at Each Academic Level 896 1,068 3,799 2,475 15,796 24,034 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Full time sub-degree (including Diploma in Foundation Studies) 6,614 Postgraduate 679 Bachelor 833 9,927 Certificate Diploma 1,788 19,841 Academic Awards Academic Statistics
9 494 207 Chinese Mainland Macau Taiwan Other Countries 16 Full-time Part-time * 712 students from the HKU SPACE Community College; 193 students from the HKU SPACE Stanley Ho Community College; 103 students from the College of Humanities and Law, and the College of Life Sciences and Technology. College/Institute/Academy Academic Programmes Offered (2025/2026) College of Business and Finance College of Humanities and Law College of Life Sciences and Technology Community Colleges (Full-time, including short courses) International College (Full-time) TOTAL 430 446 247 66 15 1,204 No.of Programmes 1,017 Full-Time 703 Part-time Non-local Students (2025/2026, as at 31/12/2025) 2 0 1008*
17 UK University of London* - London School of Economics (LSE) - UCL - Queen Mary King’s College London* University of Bath University of the Arts London* Edinburgh Napier University* Manchester Metropolitan University* University of Ulster* University of Plymouth University of Hull University of Leicester Middlesex University London University of Greenwich University of Sunderland University of Northumbria at Newcastle Australia The University of Melbourne Swinburne University of Technology Charles Sturt University Chinese Mainland The School of Continuing Education of Northwestern Polytechnic University Canada Queen's University Our Partners Universities *Strategic partner USA San Diego State University Singapore Temasek Polytechnic 76 Total No. of Programmes Number of Partnered Programmes by Country (2025) 2,731 Total No. of Students
Professional Bodies 18 Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (APLMA) Association of Building Engineers Association of Building Engineers (UK) Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Association of International Accountants (AIA) Australian Library and Information Association British Dietetic Association (BDA) British Occupational Hygiene Society Chartered Association of Building Engineers Chartered Institute of Housing, Asian Pacific Branch Chartered Institute of Insurance Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Chartered Management Institute CPA Australia Energy Institute (UK) Foundation de la Haute Horlogerie Hong Kong Academy of Accredited Dietitians (HKAAD) Hong Kong Bar Association Hong Kong Brand Development Council Hong Kong Coaching Committee Hong Kong Enterostomal Therapists Association (HKETA) Hong Kong Federation of Design and Creative Industries Hong Kong Federation of Insurers Hong Kong Fintech Industry Association Hong Kong Institute of Architectural Conservationists (HKICON) Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling (HKIBIM) Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI) Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers Hong Kong Institute of Civil and Building Information Management (HKICBIM) Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management Hong Kong Institute of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene Hong Kong Internet & eCommerce Association Hong Kong Internet Fintech Industry Assocaition Hong Kong Investor Relations Association [not exhaustive, not in ranking order] Hong Kong Library Association (HKLA) Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Hong Kong Medical Laboratory Technologists Board Hong Kong Public Relations Professional’s Association Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association Hong Kong Statistical Society Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK) Institute of Financial Technologists of Asia Institute of Shopping Centre Management International Association for Professional Certification International Federation of Aromatherapists National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy Physiotherapists Board Project Management Institute (Hong Kong Chapter) Royal Institute of British Architects Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Sake Service Institutes International Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong Shenzhen Reform and Opening Up Executive Leadership Academy Specialty Coffee Association The Asian Business Aviation Association The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies (CHKLC) The Chartered Institute of Building The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong The Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong The Construction Industry Council The Dental Council of Hong Kong The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers The Hong Kong Institute of Clerks of Works (HKICW) The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers The Hong Kong Institute of Facility Management The Hong Kong Institute of Housing The Hong Kong Institute of Land Administration The Hong Kong Shippers’ Council The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health The International Council on Archives The Law Society of Hong Kong The Life Underwriters Association of Hong Kong Ltd The Midwifery Council of Hong Kong The Nursing Council of Hong Kong The Wine and Spirit Education Trust, UK Training Qualifications UK Treasury Markets Association World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET)
19 Staff Strength 2,302 Part-time Teachers (1 September 2025 - 31 August 2026) 998 Full-time Equivalent (as at 31 August 2026) 349 Non-academic Staff Programme Management 241 Academic Staff Teaching & Programme Management 4 Senior Management 404 Non-academic Staff Administrative & Support Total
Website account users (as at 31/8/2026) 68,000 Rate of returning students (2025/2026) 32.77% Conversion on ‘Prospective students to students’ for the website account users (2025/2026) 72% Our Alumni 20 No. of followers on social media (2025/2026) 371,000 · Inaugurated in 2004 · To build active and lifelong relationships amongst alumni members, and between the School and the ALUMNI · To maintain and foster a supportive and mutually beneficial relationship with the ALUMNI and the HKU SPACE, and to promote the vision and mission of the HKU SPACE · over 422,000 alumni members, including 904Life members
Learning Spaces As at 31 August 2026 Major Enrolment / Learning Centres 14 Number of Enrolment / Learning Centres 304 Number of Classrooms and computer/ special laboratories 836,000 sq.ft. Gross Covered Floor Area Kowloon · Kowloon East Campus, Kowloon Bay · Kowloon East (Kingston) Learning Centre · Kowloon East (Exchange) Learning Centre · Kowloon East (CENDAS) Learning Centre, Kowloon Bay · CITA Learning Centre, Kowloon Bay · Kowloon West Campus, Lai Chi Kok New Territories · Sheung Shui Learning Centre Hong Kong Island · Admiralty Learning Centre, Admiralty · CITIC Tower Learning Centre, Admiralty · United Learning Centre, Admiralty · HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College Campus, Causeway Bay · Fortress Tower Learning Centre, North Point · Island East Campus, North Point · Island South (Pokfulam) Campus, Pokfulam 21
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