HKUST
THE CAMPUS
HKUST occupies a stunning 150-acre site overlooking the pristine Clearwater Bay, located on the Sai Kung Peninsula. The area is often considered as one of Hong Kong’s havens for outdoor lovers.
People do not normally associate Hong Kong with nature. But the truth is that only around 25% of Hong Kong is the dense urban space that is so well known to the world. The other 75% is undeveloped, and comprises country parks and nature reserves. Of course, with the efficient public transport system, you are never far from urban areas. A 15-minute bus ride will take you from HKUST to the nearest subway station.
HKUST Empowering Unlimited Possibilities
HKUST Aerial Video
HKUST Natural Scenery
Sunrise at HKUST
REPUTATION AND RANKINGS
HKUST is a publicly funded university that opened in 1991. It is a leading international research university dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge in science, engineering, business, humanities and social science.
As a young university – just stepping into its third decade – HKUST’s achievements are remarkable. It has consistently held its place at top international rankings, a demonstration of the university’s high academic quality and the global recognition it has achieved.
No. 3 - World’s Top 500+ Young Universities Under 50, 2022 QS World University Rankings
No. 30 - Global University Employability Ranking 2022 (No.1 in Hong Kong, No.3 in Greater China) in Emerging, published by Times Higher Education
No. 40 - World’s Top 1500 Universities (No. 3 in Hong Kong), 2023 QS World University Rankings
You can also refer to the rankings achieved by our individual subject areas here.
CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SUPPORT
Library
The HKUST library is a centrally located five-storey building that provides over 3,300 reader seats. In addition to over 720,000 print volumes and a large collection of media resources, it provides access to more than 120,000 electronic and print journals, a large number of e-books, databases and other digital information resources. The library and the Learning Commons provide many places for individual and group projects or studying.
Student societies and clubs
Joining a club is a great way to make new friends or pick up a new skill or passion. There are more than 100 student societies affiliated to the Students’ Union, covering sports, recreational, academic, religious, music and other themes. There are over 30 sports clubs. No matter what your interests are, there is something for you.
The International Students’ Association (ISA) and the Mainland Students and Scholars Society also host a number of events throughout the term.
Sports and recreation facilities
There is a wide variety of sports and recreation facilities available for your use. All the facilities at the Indoor Sports complex are fully air-conditioned. We have a large indoor sports hall of 1,600 sq m for activities such as badminton, basketball, volleyball and handball. In addition, there are courts for squash and table tennis, and areas for fencing, dance, indoor archery, martial arts and weight training.
Outdoor sports facilities include an artificial turf soccer pitch, a 400-meter 8-lane track, a hard-surface mini-soccer pitch, a basketball court, a lawn area and tennis courts. We also have a 50-meter outdoor pool and a 25-meter indoor pool for aquatic activities.
Food on Campus
There are many eateries on campus, and they are great places to meet with friends. Please click here for more details.
Location: LG1 and LG7, Academic Building; G/F, LSK Business Building
Location: G/F, Academic Building
Location: G/F, LSK Business Building
Location: LG7, Academic Building
Location: Courtyard opposite to LT-B
Location: LG7, Academic Building
Location: LG5, Academic Building
Location: G/F, LSK Business Building
Location: Academic Concourse (opposite to LT-B)
Location: G/F, UG Hall VI
Location: Piazza (beside the bookstore)
Location: G/F, Cheng Yu Tung Building
Location: University Center
Location: Conference Lodge
