Admission Requirements

Applicants with satisfactory exam results of Joint Entrance Examination, PRC (JEE, PRC). Applicants will undergo the selection process based on their JEE results and interview and written test performance.

Mainland applicants with qualifications other than JEE may visit the webpage "International Qualifications".

Instrument Requirement for Music Studies:
Applicants should have attained grade 8 in practical examination of the ABRSM or equivalent in standard in one of the following instruments:

• Piano
• Singing
• String (Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass)
• Winds (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Saxophone and Euphonium)

Required Information and Documents

Applicants are required to provide the following information and/or supporting documents in application. If the required documents could not be provided, applicants should provide the documents during or after admission interviews by requests.

• JEE examination result notice/ certificate
• High school academic report
• High school graduation certificate

Key Dates

Interview Arrangement

Interview Notice

Admission interviews will be arranged from March to July. Applicants will be notified via email and/or SMS about 7 days in advance if they are invited to attend an interview.

The interviews for Applied Social Service, Music Studies, Sport and Recreation Studies and Visual Arts will be arranged separately.

Interview Format

The interview will be conducted in English in small groups of 3 to 6 people. Language proficiency, communication skills and general knowledge will be assessed.

An English writing test will also be conducted.

Applicants applying for Visual Arts should submit a portfolio at the time of admission interview.

Shortlisted applicants for Music Studies and Sport and Recreation Studies will be notified of auditions/ interview arrangement via email and/ or SMS.

Applicants who require any special arrangements in the admission interview, may make their requests by email to applycie@hkbu.edu.hk.

Visa Application

The College will assist non-local applicants in applying for the student visa once acceptance of the admission offer is confirmed.

Non-local applicants are required to obtain a student visa/entry permit in order to study in Hong Kong. It normally takes around six to eight weeks to complete the process.

Please contact the Quality Migrants and Mainland Residents Section or Other Visas and Permits Section of Hong Kong Immigration Department if any enquiries on visa applications.

Hong Kong Immigration Department
Hotline: (852) 2824 6111
Email: enquiry@immd.gov.hk
Website: www.immd.gov.hk

Sherry Zhang

• Studying BSocSc (Hons) in Integrated Communication Management, HKBU
• Associate of Arts (Creative Communication), HKBU 2017

I had the opportunity to work as an intern for Beijing Television and CCTV respectively. The precious work experience has brought me one step closer to my dream. Because of CIE, I am able to witness my own improvement and become more confident in achieving my goals.

Nick Feng

• Studying BCom (Hons) in Human Resources Management, HKBU
• Associate of Arts (Business Administration), HKBU 2016
• The Tsimshatsui District Kaifong Welfare Association Scholarship
• CIE Entrance Scholarship

I invested my scholarships to run a small business at the Lunar New Year Fair with my schoolmates. Through this project, I gained entrepreneurship experience and got to explore the market trends in Hong Kong. The valuable experience has given me a lot of inspiration about my future career path.

Non-local Students Support

Non-local Students Support Group

Students are encouraged to participate in different learning activities provided by CIE and the University. The Non-local Students Support Group organises a range of activities to facilitate students’ adjustment to the teaching and learning mode at CIE, including Exam Preparation Guidance Session, Interview Skills Workshop, Spring New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival gatherings, etc.

Orientation and Accommodation Information

Various support services and accommodation information are provided for non-local students to help them make the most of their college experience. At the beginning of the semester, the College will provide orientations and introduce new students to the academic, social and cultural life at CIE, to prepare them for a smooth transition to college study.

English Enhancement Courses *

English is the medium of instruction at CIE. Therefore, it is crucial for students to have a strong mastery of English language skills. To this effect, mainland students are required to complete a non-credit bearing English Enhancement Course during their first year of study at CIE. The course aims to help students acquire fundamental and essential language skills and develop their confidence in using English for communication and as a medium of learning.

Enrichment Courses

CIE offers the following enrichment courses to improve the language proficiency and skills of our students:

1. Cantonese in Daily Life
2. IELTS Preparation Module I (Reading and Speaking)
3. IELTS Preparation Module II (Writing and Listening)

Students will be taught essential knowledge and skills to facilitate active participation in the AD curriculum.

* For mainland students

Articulation Information Booth

Gathering for Non-Local Students at Chinese New Year

Warm-up activities at the Orientation Day