Program Overview
About Huazhong University of Science and Technology
HUST was established in 1952, originally under the name of Huazhong Institute of Technology. In 2000, the university merged with Tongji Medical University and Wuhan Urban Construction Institute, to form the new Huazhong University of Science and Technology as it is known today. Huazhong University of Science and Technology is located in Wuhan, it is a multi-disciplinary research university, covering 12 major disciplines, including philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management and arts. The university is composed of one main campus situated near the East Lake scenic spot and a satellite medical campus located in the central business district of Hankou on the other side of the Yangtze River.
About Wuhan
Wuhan, the capital city of Hubei Province in central China, is situated on Jianghan Plain, a river-crossed fertile land created by the Hanjiang River joining the Yangtze River. This is a routine port for a Yangtze River cruise. Divided by the Yangtze, the city is known as the 'Three Towns of Wuhan' with Hankou and Hanyang on the west bank, and Wuchang on the east.
Term date
- Host Institutions usually organize orientation activities for exchange students, with some mandatory, which take place 1-2 weeks before the start of the term. You should refer to the acceptance package and pay attention to the expected arrival or pick-up dates specified by your host institution.
- You should only depart after finishing all the final examinations (including resits) since host institutions will not make special arrangement for taking any examinations other than scheduled.
- Please CLICK HERE for more information on host institution’s term dates.
Eligibility (for students applying via School of Humanities and Social Science)
SHSS students are eligible to apply for the outbound exchange program by meeting ALL the requirements below.
- Must complete at least three regular terms of study in the program prior to exchange
- With CGA 2.7 or above by the time of applying; CGA 2.5 or above for programs in mainland China
- A proof of English Language Proficiency (as required)NOTE: Nomination decision rests with SHSS while final decision rests with the host university.
NOTE: Nomination decision rests with SHSS while final decision rests with the host university.?
Application Process
To apply, click the "Apply Now via SHSS" button on this page. The whole application process has two steps.
Step 1: Complete HKUST application form and submit supplementary documents
Step 2: The Host Institution Application (TO BE COMPLETED AFTER YOU ARE NOMINATED BY YOUR SCHOOL)
If you are nominated, you will be notified to submit a formal host institution application. Your School will provide you with detailed information and application instructions in due course.
Visa Information
CLICK HERE for details on visa and residence permit.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is required by law in some countries. Please CLICK HERE for details.
Accommodation
Arranging accommodation in some cities can be very difficult. Start early and CLICK HERE for details.
