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【You See Adventures】Each view of the same mountain is unique, and you choose your way of looking.

In accordance with the College motto of “Ming De Xin Min”, the General Education Programme emphasises good personality, intellectual broadening, and critical thinking as well as social responsibility of our students. The programme is designed to broaden the interests of students, arouse their inquisitiveness, and encourage them to serve society. The importance of scholastic skills and competencies of global citizenship are also emphasized to meet the needs of rapid-changing society.

In order to fulfill the undergraduate degree requirement, students are required to complete 6 units of College GE course during their studies. United College’s students are required to fulfill the compulsory service-learning requirement before graduation in accordance with the requirement of the University, the College has revised its General Education Curriculum Structure as follows:

To keep pace with globalisation and broaden its students’ international outlook, the comprehensive Globe-Oriented Active Learning Programme was launched in 2008. Supported by a wide range of scholarships and financial awards, students have many opportunities to participate in non-local learning activities organised by the College.

• Monash University, Australia
• University of South Australia, Australia
• Simon Fraser University, Canada
• Peking University
• University of Oulu, Finland
• Universite Catholique de Lille, France
• Nagoya University of Commerce and Business, Japan
• Soka University, Japan
• Korea University, Korea
• Sungkyunkwan University, Korea
• University of Waikato, New Zealand
• University of Bergen, Norway
• Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
• University of Gothenburg, Sweden
• National Taiwan University
• University of Essex, UK
• American University, USA
• San Diego State University, USA
• University of Hawaii at Manoa, USA
• University of South Carolina, USA

“I am proud and honoured to be a UCian. United College has given me a lot of memorable experiences during my university life. Through joining UC GOAL Programme, I attended the University of London as an exchange student, which allowed me to experience a different study life overseas. UC also provides a scholarship to support my exchange in London. I have met many new friends from all over the world in UC. The fruitful College life brings joy to me every day.”
— HU Zhihan (24/COMM)

• Hertford College, University of Oxford, UK
• University of York, UK
• Université Catholique de Lyon, France
• Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain
• The University of Sydney, Australia
• Utrecht University, Netherlands
• Oulu University, Finland
• Taiwan Chengchi University
• Zhejiang University

“Thank you, United College, for giving me the opportunity to study abroad in the Netherlands! Those two weeks of learning in Utrecht University were truly unique and inspiring! I feel incredibly fortunate to have studied at the oldest university in the Netherlands, where I gained insights into European history, a subject I’ve always been passionate about. The short excursions to nearby cities during the course were equally amazing! This experience held special significance for me, as it was my first exchange trip to Europe! “
— YUNG Wing Chun Kelvin (MEDU/3, participant in 2024 GOAL Summer Programme in Utrecht, the Netherlands)

“My study trip to the University of Sydney was an opportunity of a lifetime! Not only did I get to explore a topic beyond my major, but I also had the chance to experience Uni life abroad. Sydney was such a dynamic and lively place I got to enjoy both the nature and citylife of Australia. I highly recommend this programme to anyone who wants a fun yet fulfilling learning experience. “

— PINTO, Netaniah Kisha (BMSC/3, participant in the 2024 GOAL Summer Programme in Sydney, Australia)

• Peking University
• Sungkyunkwan University, Korea
• EWHA Womans University, Korea
• The London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
• Harvard University, USA
• Yale University, USA
• University of California, Berkeley, USA
• University of California, Los Angeles, USA

• Mainland China
• Taiwan
• Japan
• Uganda

Established in 2023-2024, the Young Fellowship Academy is dedicated to equipping outstanding United College students with the mindset and skills to thrive in a globalised world. Each year, the Academy selects 12 to 15 outstanding students to embark on a 20-month leadership training programme. The programme features high-table dinner, corporate visits, and mentorship with distinguished senior leaders. The College will fully sponsor the students to attend a two-week course on global leadership at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. Upon successful completion, students are formally recognised as United College Young Fellows.

The Social Innovation and Experiential Learning Project (SIEL) was established in 2019-2020 to promote social innovation by engaging students in different forms of experiential learning activities on and off campus co-organised by various Hong Kong social enterprises. Students will be able to accumulate different experiences and become innovators to respond to public needs and resolve social problems creatively and effectively.

Group Sense Social Innovation and Sustainable Development Award focuses on social responsibility and sustainable development. It is one of the major events organised by the College Social Innovation and Experiential Learning Project. The competition provides a platform for creative ideas and short-term projects to grow and be executed with funding support, enabling them to evolve into some mature social enterprises.

The College invites different speakers to give talks to our students on College Assemblies each year. These talk series include Alumni Talk, Annual Workshop, Distinguished Visiting Scholar Lecture, etc. It is hoped that the talk series can broaden student interest in diverse areas of knowledge other than their profession and inspire them to learn and develop their potentials.

The Leadership Training Scheme aims to develop students’ potentials, to nurture their leadership skills and instill dignity. Additionally, the scheme has played a role in establishing the United College Leadership Training Society.

“Joining The Leadership Training Society has brought me a brand-new experience. The training activities took us beyond academic studies, allowing us to challenge ourselves and explore our potential outside the classroom. Participating in these activities not only enhanced our teamwork skills but also created many cherished memories.”
– CHENG Hei Ip (IBBA/Year4)

“The Leadership Training Society is a place full of energy and joy. The activities we take part in are different from traditional leadership training programmes. They not only foster team spirit but also emphasize nurturing students’ courage and willingness to engage in challenging experiences. Being part of the society has given me opportunities to try various sports and discover unexpected sides of myself. “
– CHAN Yuen Kiu (BECE/Year 2)

The Language Improvement Project is funded by the University with the aims to improve students’ Chinese and English languages as well as cultural awareness. The project is extended to support programmes teaching other modern languages and cultures in 2021-22. It provides different platforms for students to improve their language and communication skills in a friendly environment.

“The teacher provides guidance and feedback based on the student’s progress and performance, allowing me to easily grasp the basic techniques of English Calligraphy.”
– CHOI Hiu Wa (25/PSYC)

Different formats of art and cultural activities are organised by the College to foster art and culture appreciation on campus.  Art courses and exhibitions of paintings, Chinese calligraphy and sculptures are also organised regularly. Renowned artists and writers are invited as Artist-in-Residence or Writer-in-Residence to conduct workshops, lectures, luncheon talks and sharing sessions to enrich art appreciation and creativity atmosphere on campus.