Academics
Fields of Study: Humanities, Social Science, Engineering
At the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) International Summer School courses are taught in English by local faculty and visiting professors from around the world. Course offerings include business, China/Chinese studies, Chinese language, engineering, environmental studies, and humanities and social sciences.
Unique study opportunities
- Take a beginning Chinese language class and build new vocabulary skills.
- Learn product development and marketing strategies in the Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship course.
- Get a firsthand understanding of modern Chinese culture, government, and politics.
- Immerse in a stimulating, international environment alongside students from more than 50 countries.
Language
Language of Instruction: EnglishChinese Language Study: Optional
Chinese language (Putonghua and Cantonese) courses are offered at beginner and immediate levels.
Courses and credit
Requirements While Abroad
To successfully complete this program:
- Take two courses of 4.5 quarter/3 semester UC units each for a total of 9 quarter/6 semester UC unit.
- Letter grade is required for both courses.
Current Program Courses
CUHK offers approximately 20 courses in English. Before departure, you’ll rank your desired courses as part of the CUHK application process.
1000- and 2000-level courses are typically assigned lower-division credit for UC. 3000- and 4000-level courses are assigned upper-division credit for UC.
Each class meets three days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for three hours each day. You will take one course in the morning and one course in the afternoon.
Additional or optional coursework, internships, and research for academic credit are not possible on this program.
Catalogs and resources
- CUHK International Summer School: View current courses and full descriptions.
- UCEAP Course Catalog: See a list of courses UC students have taken on this program.
- Campus Credit Abroad: Learn the types of credit (major, minor, general education, elective) students from your campus received at this location.
Academic culture
Some courses involve fieldwork, practical experience, or lab work. Students who succeed in this environment are able to study independently, do the background reading, and incorporate class work in written papers. Local teaching style emphasizes memorization, so be prepared to repeat lecture material on written quizzes and exams.
Grades
You will earn UC credit and grades for all coursework. Grading at Hong Kong institutions reflects rigorous academic standards. Grading curves are rare, and Hong Kong instructors generally assign grades that are lower than the norm at UC. If you adapt to local practices and expectations, you can earn good grades.
Grades are typically available in September. Requests for early grades cannot be accommodated.