Cross Cultural Summer Enrichment (CCSE)

The Cross Cultural Summer Enrichment Programme offers junior secondary school students a rich and immersive learning experience, combining interactive academic sessions, lectures by faculty members, and exclusive social activities.

Participants join small-group academic sessions led by teaching Fellows recruited from HKU and internationally renowned universities. Each group is co-taught by two Fellows, who collaboratively design a curriculum that draws on their areas of expertise and covers a broad range of topics such as humanities, history, sustainability, and social issues. Before the programme begins, all Fellows participate in an intensive two-week training at HKU to enhance their teaching skills and refine their lesson plans, ensuring a high-quality learning environment.

These academic sessions are highly interactive and tailored to the unique backgrounds of the Fellows, fostering a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. Throughout the programme, students work collaboratively within their groups on a capstone project, which they present on a chosen topic during the Closing Ceremony.


Driving Business Success in a Sustainable Circular Economy

Sustainability issues are prevalent in the news and all around us, leading to significant public concern as we witness the rapid changes in our environment. Climate change stands as one of the biggest challenges humanity faces, with overconsumption of natural resources exacerbating climate risks. Organizations are increasingly realizing that they cannot solely focus on the financial impacts of climate change. They must expand their strategic thinking to adopt initiatives that bring about systemic change across all aspects of their organizations, including energy use, diversity, stakeholder engagement, and recognition of ecosystems dependencies.


Exploring Global Cultures and Societies - Stream A: ‘Citizens beyond borders: Global Diversity and Cultural Sensitivity’

This module introduces the meaning and challenges of global citizenship at a time when modern societies are increasingly globalised and multicultural. Through engaging topics that resonate with young people's everyday lives – such as social media, fandom, and food – as well as broader issues like online crime and climate change, students will gain insights into their role in shaping a more inclusive and sustainable global community.

Exploring Global Cultures and Societies - Stream B: ‘To Gender Infinity and Beyond: Envisioning a Better Future ’

This module aims to promote gender equity, diversity, and awareness among students. It explores a wide range of contemporary issues through the lens of gender, including body positivity movements, ‘leftover women’, Black Lives Matters and AI. Students will examine how gender operates differently in individuals, communities, and institutions. They will develop stronger sensitivity to gender stereotypes and inequalities in daily lives, popular culture, and world issues. This course will introduce basic gender studies concepts including sexism, heteronormativity, and intersectionality. It will allow students to debunk gender myths in everyday lives and equip them as future leaders in a more diverse community. Students will have the opportunity to collaborate with each other to advocate gender equity for their capstone projects. Research workshops and interactive activities are designed to equip students with skills and knowledge in researching gender matters.  

From Curiosity to Research: Practical Skills for Research Projects

This programme provides a platform for undergraduate and postgraduate students from around the world to develop advanced methodologies for conducting research projects. Covering both qualitative and quantitative techniques, the courses offer students a unique opportunity to meet HKU leading scholars in their areas, to develop professional networks, and to broaden their set of research skills. Students will also be able to develop systematic knowledge of how to write about their research and apply such knowledge to their writing in a professional manner both within and beyond their degree. These knowledge and skills developed through the programme will equip students with the capacity to become effective members of a research community.


Governance and Policy Leadership: Institutions, Sustainability, and Innovation

The Governance and Policy Leadership: Institutions, Sustainability, and Innovation is an intensive 2-week summer programme co-hosted by HKU Summer Institute and HKU School of Governance and Policy. This rigorous curriculum comprises interactive sessions covering foundational governance concepts, comparative institutional analysis, and cutting-edge policy challenges.


Introduction to Computational Social Science

This course introduces the emerging field of computational social science (CSS), which combines social science with computational methods to study human behaviour and social phenomena. Students will learn how to collect, process, and analyse large-scale digital and behavioural data using computational tools such as text analysis, network analysis, social media analytics, and LLMs. Emphasis will be placed on real-world applications in social scientific domains.


HKU Immersive Experience: Multidisciplinary & Community Exploration (Camp A)

Embark on a unique journey with the “HKU Immersive Experience: Multidisciplinary & Community Exploration”, a pioneering programme proudly presented by the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS). Across five fulfilling days, this exclusive programme offers a deeply immersive learning experience that seamlessly blends academic exploration with colourful HKU campus life. Participants will engage in interactive, in-depth sessions of diverse and cutting-edge fields, including Medicine, Dentistry, Science, Law, Engineering, Sociology, and more, gaining valuable insights into HKU’s multidisciplinary strengths. A highlight of the programme is the guaranteed on-campus accommodation. This five-night stay (with check-in required one day prior to the programme start date) provides participants with a rare opportunity to live like an HKU student, to experience the dynamic residential culture, and to fully immerse themselves in the university community.



HKU Immersive Experience: Multidisciplinary & Community Exploration (Camp B)

Embark on a unique journey with the “HKU Immersive Experience: Multidisciplinary & Community Exploration”, a pioneering programme proudly presented by the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS). Across five fulfilling days, this exclusive programme offers a deeply immersive learning experience that seamlessly blends academic exploration with colourful HKU campus life. Participants will engage in interactive, in-depth sessions of diverse and cutting-edge fields, including Medicine, Dentistry, Science, Law, Engineering, Sociology, and more, gaining valuable insights into HKU’s multidisciplinary strengths. A highlight of the programme is the guaranteed on-campus accommodation. This five-night stay (with check-in required one day prior to the programme start date) provides participants with a rare opportunity to live like an HKU student, to experience the dynamic residential culture, and to fully immerse themselves in the university community.


Exploring the Cultural Heritage of HKU (探索港大文化遺產足跡)

From Sun Yat-sen, Eileen Chang, Loke Yew, Sir Hormusjee Naorojee Mody, Hu Shi, Xu Dishan, to film stars such as George Lam, Brigitte Lin, Leon Lai, Daniel Wu, Tang Wei, Wang Leehom, Lui Leung Wai, Alan Tam…... These figures have all set foot in the University of Hong Kong, each with their own "HKU Story." This session is divided into three parts:


1. Introduction: Stimulate curiosity in HKU's history and gain a deeper understanding of the unique charm of this institution.

2. Footprints Tour: From north to south, wander through the campus and immerse yourself in the cultural atmosphere.

3. Field Trip@HKU: Explore the cultural heritage footprints of HKU with participants through interactive and engaging learning experiences.