The Open University of Hong Kong (OUHK or OUHK) was officially renamed Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU or OUHK) on September 1, 2021. Here are some detailed information about this university:

History:

The Open University of Hong Kong was founded in 1989 and was originally named the Open Learning Institute of Hong Kong.

In May 1997, it was officially upgraded to a statutory university and renamed the Open University of Hong Kong.

On September 1, 2021, in order to better reflect its status as a comprehensive university, the school was renamed the Hong Kong Metropolitan University.

Educational philosophy and positioning:

The Metropolitan University will adhere to the spirit of "teaching without distinction", emphasizing open admission, flexible learning and high-quality teaching.

The school offers a diversified curriculum, including full-time undergraduate, postgraduate and distance education courses to meet the needs of different student groups.

Attaching importance to applied research and social services, it is committed to cultivating graduates with professional knowledge and practical ability.

College settings:

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration

School of Education and Languages

School of Science and Technology

School of Nursing and Health

Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education

These colleges offer a wide range of subject areas, from business to science, technology, education, nursing, etc., covering the expertise required by multiple industries.

Advantageous disciplines:

In terms of nursing education, Duda is one of the famous nursing education institutions in Hong Kong, offering the first Bachelor of Nursing (Psychiatric) and Master of Chinese Medicine Nursing programs in Hong Kong.

Courses related to business, education and technology also enjoy a high reputation.

The school also has research institutes such as the Institute of Innovation, Technology and Sustainable Development and the Institute of Digital Culture and Humanities to support interdisciplinary research activities.

Teaching mode:

Full-time face-to-face courses: suitable for students who want to receive traditional education on campus.

Part-time courses: designed for working people, usually arranged in the evening or weekend.

Distance education courses: learning through online platforms, providing convenience for students who cannot go to school.

Internationalization:

Metropolitan University is a member of international organizations such as the Commonwealth Higher Education Union (ACU), the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao University Alliance.

The school actively expands international cooperation and has established academic cooperation relationships with many well-known overseas universities, providing overseas exchange and dual degree programs.

Campus facilities:

The main campus is located in Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, equipped with modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, study rooms and other facilities.

The school also has the Hong Kong Island Teaching Center in Shun Tak Center in Sheung Wan and another teaching center in Ho Man Tin Plaza.

The electronic library and online learning system support students' independent learning.

Application information:

The school has different admission requirements for local and non-local students. Generally speaking, full-time undergraduate courses require completion of secondary education and meet certain academic standards.

English proficiency is also one of the important admission conditions, and IELTS or TOEFL scores are usually required.

Non-local students also need to go through visa procedures to study in Hong Kong.

Contact information:

Official website: https://www.hkmu.edu.hk/

Address: 25 Chung Hau Street, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Tel: +852 2768 6300