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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.

• Adelaide University, Australia
• Monash University, 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
• University of Geneva, Switzerland
• Taiwan University
• University of Essex, UK
• American University, USA
• University of Hawaii at Manoa, USA
• University of South Carolina, USA

“My five-month exchange at the University of Oulu in Finland was a truly valuable experience. Studying Business Administration allowed me to gain insights into Nordic business culture while engaging with students from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Through group projects and extracurricular activities, I developed stronger cross-cultural communication skills and learned to appreciate different viewpoints. As my first experience in Northern Europe, the exchange greatly broadened my global outlook.”
– CHUI Tsz Shing (2025/IBBA)

• Hertford College, University of Oxford, UK
• University of York, UK
• Université Catholique de Lyon, France
• Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain
• Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Germany
• The University of Sydney, Australia
• Utrecht University, Netherlands
• Oulu University, Finland
• Zhejiang University

“The two-week exchange in Oxford felt like a journey through time. Beyond exploring British history in class, I experienced life as an Oxford student—from punting along the river to chatting in pubs. London’s vibrant art scene was equally amazing, from West End musicals to world-class galleries. I returned home with not just photos, but also fond memories and lifelong friendships. For that, I am deeply grateful to United College for this invaluable learning opportunity.”
– WONG Kai Zenas (MEDU/Year 2）

“Last summer, thanks to UC, I joined the summer programme at the University of Oulu. I almost didn’t apply, but in the end, it was absolutely worthwhile. Talking with people from diverse backgrounds opened my mind. Outside class, I treasured the nights spent waiting for the Northern Lights and cooking together. One of the most meaningful moments for me was reuniting with a Finnish friend I had met during her exchange at UC. It truly showed me how cultural exchange can build lasting friendships that transcend borders.
This experience reminded me to step outside my comfort zone and explore the world with curiosity. I’m deeply grateful that I didn’t let hesitation hold me back—because you never know where an opportunity might lead.”
– ZHOU Junya Melody (EESC/Year 4)

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

• Mainland China
• Taiwan
• Uganda

“I have participated in quite a number of community service activities, but it was only after joining the Pass-it-on that I truly began to grasp the meaning of service. At the SAHK centre, I witnessed the service users’ meticulous craftsmanship, my own hands were, in fact, less steady than theirs. During visits to the ‘Ronald McDonald House’ and the migrant children at the ‘Tong Xin Library,’ the resilience of those young souls deeply moved me. I once wondered: what is the significance of such brief companionship? Eventually, I came to understand that while we may not be able to change the course of their lives, we can add a touch of warmth to their world. Every small glimmer of light quietly brings hearts closer together.”
—  LI Yi Yan (PACC/Year 4）

“Regardless of geographical distance, cultural differences, or environmental conditions, people are always able to form pure and remarkable connections. The United College GOAL Programme enabled me to overcome numerous barriers and travel all the way to Uganda to serve underprivileged communities there. On this land thousands of miles away from Hong Kong, I witnessed the optimism of Ugandans shining through adversity, felt the purest smiles of children, and came to realise that life can be simple and unadorned, and that human relationships can be genuine and natural. The programme not only allowed me to cross geographical boundaries but also to break through my own limitations, prompting me to rethink the possibilities of life and my future direction.”
–  CHAN Ka Lok (MEDU/Year 5）

“Together with students from four universities in Shanghai, Zhejiang, Hong Kong, and Macau, I travelled to Xinjiang to take part in a voluntary teaching programme, bringing seeds of knowledge into a two-week summer camp. Centred on the themes ‘Understanding the World’ and ‘Discovering Oneself,’ the curriculum sought to illuminate the hearts of Xinjiang’s children and inspire them to explore their own potential. During my time volunteering, I often found myself reflecting: have I come here simply to give, or am I also learning in return, learning not to place myself above others, and not to measure others’ happiness by my own standards. Every child is a flower blooming for themselves; may they all grow into the persons their hearts aspire to be. Through participating in College’s voluntary teaching programme, while we offered education, the children, in their own way, gave us love as well, pure and invaluable.”
–  WONG Yin Lam (NURS/Year 5)

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 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.

“It is a very enjoyable experience. Everyone actively participates in making kimbap. Jennifer is an excellent teacher who teaches us both cooking and the Korean language.”
– NG Chiu Ping (NURS/Year 4)

The College organises a diverse range of cultural and arts activities to enhance students’ appreciation of the arts, foster their interest, and enrich the campus cultural atmosphere. Distinguished artists are invited as Artists-in-Residence to curate themed programmes, including exhibitions, workshops, and lectures, providing students with deeper exposure to various art forms and promoting artistic exchange between students and artists.