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Environmental Conservation Studies
ENCS has laid a solid academic foundation for me. With the guidance of my lecturers, not only did I gain valuable knowledge, but I was also encouraged and inspired to follow my dream to be a geography teacher in the future.
Leung Nok Sum, Hazel ’16
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2019
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2016
Student development activities and internship programmes organised by CIE have broadened my horizon, as well as helped me develop a positive attitude toward challenges. These valuable experiences also helped me figure out my study path and gave me the confidence needed in any interviews.
Ho Wing Kit, Keith ’15
- Marine Mammal Observer at Cinotech
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management, CityU 2017
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2015
I am so glad to have found a seamless study path in HKBU despite the disappointment at the public examination. I am most grateful to the teachers and classmates who were with me during my ups and downs. They were the drive for me to pursue my academic goal.
Kayson Lo ’15
- Assistant Education Officer at Green Power
- Master of Science in Environmental Management, HKU 2018
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Environment and Resources Management, HKBU 2017
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2015
- Yi Jin Diploma, HKBU SCE 2013
Beside the academic achievements, I participated in various ‘green’ activities. For example, I joined the Green Photo Competition and Green B-Dare Business Plan Competition, both of which provided me a chance to promote green message on campus. I strongly believe that everything I have learnt in CIE has given me proper social skills and the confidence to work well with others.
Hui Pak Yin ’14
- Management Trainee at Beacon College
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Environmental and Resources Management, HKBU 2016
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2014
I have keen interest in the field of environmental conservation. Through my study at CIE, I hope to prepare well for further education and a career in the environment conservation industry. I am glad to have the opportunity to work at the World Wide Fund for Nature Hong Kong for internship. This experience has definitely strengthened my confidence to further develop myself in the field.
Michelle Wong ’14
- Assistant teacher
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Environmental and Resources Management, HKBU 2016
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2014
The first-hand internship experience inspired me to develop my career in the field of environmental conservation.
Yu Pik Fan ’14
- Research Assistant at Swire Institute of Marine Science, HKU
- Bachelor of Science in Natural Science, CUHK 2016
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2014
CIE provided many learning opportunities, such as field trips, forums and internship programmes. Throughout my three years studies, these experiences have strengthened my understanding on science and arouse my interest on wildlife protection, which became key ingredients for my future studies and career development. Meanwhile, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the teachers who took care of me during my study.
Chu Ki To, Martin ’12
- Field Officer at Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Biology, Environmental Science, HKBU 2014
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2012
- Associate Degree Foundation, HKBU 2010
CIE is a place full of opportunities to learn and to try. The College has helped me to find myself, my interest and my goal. Sessions of the summer internship did not only widen my knowledge towards the industry of environmental conversation, it also made me realize what it took to be a freshman in this industry, such as the skill of communication. I am also thankful to be one of the student editors of the college publication “Invisible”. I am so glad that CIE has made my dream in studying in university comes true.
Chui Man Ying, Tina ’10
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2013
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2010
- Associate Degree Foundation, HKBU 2008
In addition to lectures, the Concentration Studies of Environmental Conservation Studies at CIE provided laboratory works and field trips to help us prepare further studies and build up knowledge in the conservation field. Besides, what I appreciated most was the internship opportunity within the programme. I definitely gained much conservation related experience and have a solid understanding about conservation.
Choi Wing Kiu, Caleb ’08
- Ecological Surveyor at Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, CUHK 2011
- Associate of Science (Environmental Conservation Studies), HKBU 2008
Geography and Resources Management
CIE provides diversified experiential learning activities, and I was given plenty of opportunities to take part in personal growth activities, as well as local visits and overseas exchange programmes. During my visits to Taiwan and Thailand, I had the privilege to meet with the officials from the Government and practitioners of environmental groups, besides visiting different local organisations.
Vincent Choi ’20
- Currently studying Bachelor of Social Sciences in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2020
The teacher-student relationship is close and harmonious in CIE. The enthusiasm of teachers had encouraged me to develop a sound academic foundation for further study.
Chan Sin To ’18
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Geography, HKBU 2020
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
GRMG provided internship opportunity for me to define my career path. Also, the study tour to Sabah had enriched my learning experience.
Chau Hoi Man, Claudia ’18
- Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences (Environmental Studies), CUHK 2020
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
The academic research project undertaken during my internship at the University had strengthened my research skill and language skill, laying a good foundation for my further study.
Foo Chun Kau ’18
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2021
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
CIE has strengthened my academic foundation and boosted my determination for further study. I am grateful for the teachers’ coaching and their enthusiasm had aroused my interest in the field. Through discussions in class, I was able to analyse Hong Kong environmental policy from different perspectives and reflect the relationship between the environment and human development I am determined to pursue my study related to public policy of environment resources management.
Hou Tak Luk ’18
- Currently studying Bachelor of Social Sciences in Public Policy & Politics (Public Management Stream), CityU
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
I was able to analyse the environmental policy of Hong Kong from different perspectives and reflect the relationship between the environment and human development during class.
Hou Tak Luk ’18
- Currently studying Bachelor of Social Sciences in Public Policy & Politics (Public Management Stream), CityU
CIE lecturers are my mentors and my friends who are always ready to talk to us and offer support when we struggle in our study or are uncertain with the future. I am most thankful for their patience and valuable advice.
Lui Anna ’18
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2021
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
Apart from classroom learning, CIE offers lots of opportunities for us to explore the current environmental issues through field visits and joint programmes with various NGOs. CIE has laid a good foundation for my further studies.
Wong Fei Yin ’18
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Geography, HKU 2020
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
In addition to classroom training, lecturers also organised various discipline-related activities such as site visits and internship programmes, which made my college life most memorable. Lecturers’ advice on further study was most valuable.
Wong Ming Ho ’18
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Geography, HKU 2020
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2018
During my study in CIE, I gained lot of off-campus learning opportunities to broaden my horizons. I was given an exposure of the work setting through joining the internship programme related to the Geography field. In addition, the valuable learning experience gained from 10-day environmental education tour in Bali had also inspired me to pursue a career in the environmental field.
Leung Lok Him ’17
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Geography, HKU 2021
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2017
The Global Experience Fund gives recognition to CIE Student Leaders for their leadership skills and contribution to the community. I am honoured to be granted the fund to visit East Africa to learn about their environmental issues.
Morcy Mok ’17
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Environment and Resources Management, HKBU 2019
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2017
The internship programme allowed me to gain more about specialised knowledge which was not covered in class. During my internship in Mai Po to conduct a wetland biodiversity project, I opened my eyes to the different species, and various methods to collect samples such as fish, spiders, bees etc. All these are valuable and useful in my current study as well as future career.
Tang Yuk Hei, Kelvin ’17
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2021
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2017
CIE provides a broad array of experiential learning opportunities such as summer internship and overseas study tour, preparing students well for’ further study and career development.
Wong Yuen San, Samson ’17
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Geography, HKU 2021
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2017
CIE teachers are nurturing and eager to offer help to students with different needs after lessons. CIE also provides various kind of internship opportunities based on individual ability and interest. I was very fortunate to be selected as an intern to work in the Fauna Conservation Department of Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, where I gained valuable work experience and helped set my goal for further study.
Yeung Wing Lam ’17
- Bachelor of Social Science in Geography and Resource Management, CUHK 2019
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2017
During the two-year study in CIE, I was privileged to join the internship programme at “Greeners Action". The internship not only allowed me to learn how to organise environmental activities, but also inspired me to set a goal for further study in the field related to housing policy and urban studies.
Ting Tsz Cheong ’16
- Currently studying Bachelor of Social Sciences in Public Policy & Politics (Housing and Urban Studies Stream), CityU
- Associate of Science (Geography and Resources Management), HKBU 2016
Life Science
CIE has strengthened my academic knowledge in science. There were opportunities to apply those knowledge in the college laboratories, as well as internship programme. These wonderful experiences enriched my knowledge base and prepared me well for the challenges in university education.
Ho Pui Lam ’16
- Currently working in a testing laboratory
- Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology, HKU 2018
- Associate of Science (Life Science), HKBU 2016
CIE has provided me a chance to develop my passion in Life Science. The precious learning experience has also paved the way for further study and career development.
Tam Hoi Wai ’16
- Working in a Biotech company
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, HKUST 2019
- Associate of Science (Life Science), HKBU 2016
Programmes at CIE help students immerse themselves in university studies. The Associate Degree has strengthened my foundation in Life Science area. The courses provided students with various lab sessions and we could practice what we had learned from class with the lecturers’ assistance.
Cheung Ka Yee ’15
- Student Affair Officer in an English language school
- Bachelor of Science in Biological Science, HKUST 2018
- Associate of Science (Life Science) HKBU 2015
CIE has prepared me well for further study and a career in biological science research and development. I am glad to have an opportunity to work at the HKU medical research lab for summer internship. This experience has definitely widened my horizons and strengthened my laboratory techniques and skills for my current job.
Law Hoi Wai, Gerald ’15
- Management Trainee in Bright Future Pharmaceutical Laboratories Ltd.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science, CityU 2017
- Associate of Science (Life Science), HKBU 2015
Nutrition and Food Management
My college life in CIE was fulfilling because of HKBU’s avocations to whole person development. While developing our interest in academic pursuit, we were encouraged to study a wide range of subjects and stay sensitive to current issues. The lecturers taught us with enthusiasm and offered us support and advice on internships and extra-curricular activities, which paved way for my further study and career.
Lam Yin Leung, Leo ’18
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Biology, CityU 2020
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2018
The passion of CIE lecturers inspired me to strive for academic excellence. With their support and motivation, I was successfully articulated to HKUST. I am most grateful for their guidance. In addition, I have also made a lot of new friends in CIE. Friendship has helped sharpen my interpersonal skill and made my study life memorable.
Wong Ka Ying, Cathy ’18
- Currently studying Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biological Science, HKUST
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2018
The diversified training at CIE had developed my interest in food and nutritional sciences and provided me with a solid foundation for my university education. I was given the opportunities to join various activities such as internship, articulation and career talks, as well as exchange programme. All were useful for finding my dream career.
Lee Sheung Hyna ’16
- Working in Hospital Authority
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Natural Sciences (Food and Nutrition), CUHK 2019
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2016
I am grateful for having two fruitful years in CIE. I had gained in-depth understanding of nutrition and food management through well-designed class lectures, laboratory experiments and site visits. Throughout the whole learning process, I was taught by very dedicated lecturers and the harmonious learning environment had made my study most enjoyable.
Tsoi Ting Fong Margaret ’16
- Research Assistant in School of Public Health, CUHK
- Currently studying Master of Public Health, CUHK
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Public Health, CUHK 2019
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2016
I am glad to be a CIE student. I had a fruitful and valuable college life in this well-equipped learning environment. Every CIE lecturer is passionate about teaching and what I appreciated most was their interaction with students and they were always around to support us. The AD programme is sophisticated and in-depth, which strengthened my foundation in science, and prepared myself well for further study in CUHK.
Ho Wun Lam, Becky ’15
- Clerk in Kossilon Corporate Services Limited
- Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences, Life Science, CUHK 2017
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
My two-year study at CIE was fruitful both in academic and personal development. With the diversified curriculum and the enthusiasm of the teachers at CIE, I got the valuable and professional knowledge in CIE. More importantly, I was equipped with the abilities of independent thinking and self-learning, which are useful for my current and future study. CIE offers a wide range of extracurricular activities to enrich students’ experience and to fulfill the mission of ‘whole person development’.
Leung Yuet King, Yuki ’15
- BEng in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, HKUST 2018
- Associate Degree of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
CIE has provided me with a lot of fruitful learning opportunities, like the summer internship programme. It can definitely strengthen my knowledge in nutrition, and also helps for further studies and career development.
Wong Pik Ki, Betty ’15
- Administrative Assistant in Kwai Tsing Safe Community and Healthy City Association
- Bachelor of Science in Community Health Practice, CUHK 2017
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
- Associate Degree Foundation, HKBU 2013
CIE emphasises General Education. The GE courses train our critical thinking and the interdisciplinary courses help me understand the part of food management in my Concentration Studies. For instance, I learnt marketing strategies from the Business course and promotion techniques from the Communication course. The courses are very effectively delivered and they prepare me well for my future career in the nutrition field.
Wong Yin Yee, Leila ’15
- Executive Assistant at Hospital Authority- United Christian Hospital
- Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences, Life Science, CUHK 2017
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
General Education courses are very useful. Beside my Concentration Studies, I have to take courses in other areas such as mathematics and computing. And they came in very handy because my UG programme, Bioengineering, requires a lot of mathematical problem-solving and logical-thinking skills.
Yau Ka Yan, Cathy ’15
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Bioengineering, CityU 2019
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
I joined the summer internship programme at the Department of Biology of HKBU. It was remarkable. I learnt more about environmental science and my analytical techniques was strengthened. And I had the chance to use a wider range of laboratory instruments, e.g. mass spectrophotometer and centrifuge. This internship has not only enriched my knowledge on the area of testing and certification but also prepared me well for my future career.
Yeung Wai Fung, Owen ’15
- Research Assistant II at Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, The University of Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Science, Health Studies, PolyU SPEED 2017
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015
I appreciate the general education in CIE. It lets us learn beyond our Concentration Studies. And I believe that CIE nurtures successful people. Moral cultivation and critical thinking are both emphasised in the college. All of these are the essential element to shape our road to success!
Yiu Po Yan, Kiko ’15
- Dietetic Assistant in a private hospital
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Environmental and Resources Management, HKBU 2017
- Associate of Science (Nutrition and Food Management), HKBU 2015