The first stage: supporting materials
7 major items: transcripts, language scores, graduation certificates, grade point conversion standards, award certificates, qualification certificates, ID cards
1: Transcript
The transcript first needs to be issued by the school’s Academic Affairs Office with an official transcript with the school seal. Most schools in Hong Kong require both Chinese and English versions, because most It is an online application, so scan the electronic version first and put it on your computer. Then it depends on whether the school and major require it. If necessary, the original document will be stamped and mailed.
2: Standardized test language scores
Language scores include IELTS, TOEFL and College English Band 6. Among them, IELTS and TOEFL Level 6 transcripts are scanned and saved on the computer first, and then the originals are saved and may be verified when the semester starts. If the university takes courses in an English-speaking country, you can ask the school to issue a certificate of English teaching to waive the language score.
3: Graduation certificate and degree certificate
This is a must. Both certificates are required. No translation is required. It will be whatever the school issues to you. Keep the electronic version on your computer and keep the original.
4: Grade point conversion standard
This material may not be very common in mainland schools, because most foreign schools use a 4-point system, while most domestic schools use a 100-point system, and some have Excellent, good, passing, there are various judging criteria. Therefore, Hong Kong schools need you to provide a document that converts your 100-point scores into 4-point scores, which is what we call grade points. You don’t need to ask how Hong Kong schools calculate it. Hong Kong schools first respect the calculation method of the applicant’s undergraduate degree. Because the difficulty of courses in each school is different, the calculation will be based on the standards of the undergraduate institution.
5: Awards, qualification certificates
If you have received awards in university, certificates obtained in competitions, patented inventions, published books, and your unique awards can all be your Applying for extra points is also a comprehensive ability valued by Hong Kong colleges and universities. Organize the electronic version and it will be useful when applying online.
6: ID card ID
There is nothing to say about this, just the front and back, the mainland ID card will do.
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The second stage: three major documents: PS, CV, RL
1: PS personal statement
Hong Kong schools have document requirements for each major and school All different. But generally speaking, the number of applicants is huge. This is just like the college entrance examination essay. It is most important to write some important points, not the number of words. Because the requirements of most majors are within 500 words, you have to write these important points within 500 words. Some applicants who apply for taught graduate students write thousands of words in their PS, which may greatly consume the review. The patience of the staff also proves that you have not understood the admission requirements clearly, so the document must read the specific requirements of each major.
2: CV
Generally, a CV is not required for postgraduate applications, but it is required for subsequent Argues. A beautiful CV can greatly show off to the admissions officer responsible for reviewing your materials. own advantages. Moreover, if this CV is slightly modified, it can be used to find a job in the future. It can start 2 months after enrollment, so prepare the CV early and be prepared. Generally speaking, the CV is also within one page of A4 paper.
3: RL recommendation letter
Generally speaking, two recommendation letters are enough for students applying to Hong Kong. Current students can provide two letters from professors, and students who have worked for about 2 years can provide one letter from their work supervisor and one letter from professors to prove their abilities in different aspects. The requirement for a letter of recommendation is that one page of A4 paper is enough, and no lengthy essay is required.
In the application stage, you need to prepare these materials. After you get the offer, there are also visa materials, deposit certificates, ID995A and other procedures. These later materials also need to be carefully prepared.