The Chinese University of Hong Kong [VSE Season 2, 2025-26]

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong SAR, China

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a comprehensive research university with a global vision. As the second oldest university in the territory, CUHK distinguishes itself from other local universities with its firmly rooted Chinese culture, bilingualism and multiculturalism, and a unique college system that complements the formal learning experience through whole-person development and pastoral care.

CUHK has been at the forefront of research. It boasts a galaxy of distinguished scholars and researchers, including Nobel Laureates, a Fields medalist, a Turing Award winner, and members of the Royal Society. In its latest strategic plan, CUHK has identified four research priorities to build on its strengths and leading advantages in those areas to address some of the most pressing issues of the world today. These areas are China Studies, Translational Biomedicine, Information and Automation Technology and Environment and Sustainability. The prowess, variety and impact of research at CUHK can be further demonstrated from its establishment of five state key laboratories, past and ongoing Areas of Excellence research projects, and the many research institutes and collaborations with eminent overseas research institutions.

The University engages in academic and research partnerships with over 340 universities and institutions from around the world, internationalizing education and advancing the frontiers of knowledge and technology to address the many global challenges of today.

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VSE Season 2, 2025-26: Courses offered by The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Application Deadline

Students must submit an application to the VSE Central Office before:
Nov 24, 2025 12:00 noon Hong Kong Time (UTC+8)

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Before applying, please make sure you have fulfilled the course offering university's English language proficiency requirements listed below:

For students studying in NON-native English-speaking countries or territories ONLY:
TOEFL (iBT) score of at least 71, or
IELTS score of at least 6.0

For students from mainland China institutions ONLY:
College English Test Band-4 (CET-4) or College English Test Band-6 (CET-6) score of at least 530

Please upload the required proof(s) of English language proficiency in the online application to the VSE Central Office.

For more details, please contact the VSE coordinator at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Course Information

Course information posted on this page are provided by the course offering university and may be changed or updated anytime without prior notice.

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Number of Credits	3
Offering Department	Department of Anthropology
Course Teacher	Professor Gordon Clark MATHEWS
Language of Instruction	English
First Day of Class	Jan 6, 2026
Last Day of Class	Apr 14, 2026
Course Component	Lecture & Tutorial
Mode of Teaching	Synchronous
Meeting Time	Tue 1430-1615 (Tutorial: TBC)
Time Zone	UTC+08
Course Description	Globalization is economically transforming the world, as national borders become increasingly irrelevant before the global flow of money and goods. But globalization also has a great impact on cultures across the globe, as products from Coca-Cola to iPods, and ideas from human rights to ideals of beauty to ideologies of terrorism, intrude everywhere. This course examines how globalization is fundamentally transforming the meanings of culture. The course objectives are to enable students: to have greater insight into the processes of “the globalization of culture”, and to better understand the nature of their own culture and selves within a globalizing world.
Course Outline	ANTH2520 (from previous offering)
Course Prerequisites/Restrictions	N/A
Points to Note for Students	N/A
Fees to be Borne by Students	N/A

Number of Credits	1
Offering Department	Department of Educational Psychology
Course Teacher	Prof. LAM Yu Hin
Language of Instruction	English
First Day of Class	Jan 5, 2026
Last Day of Class	Apr 13, 2026
Course Component	Lecture
Mode of Teaching	Asynchronous
Meeting Time	N/A
Time Zone	UTC+08
Course Description	Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodiverse conditions in society. This course will introduce different perspectives to understand ADHD and analyze issues concerning this community. This course will present the characteristics of individuals with ADHD, use different theoretical frameworks to understand this type of human differences, and suggest implications for students' development and well-being (SDG#3 Good Health and Well-being).This course aims at developing heightened awareness and practical strategies that can support the learning and developmental needs of neurodivergent learners, and support students to effectively interact with peers with ADHD in campus (SDG#4 Quality Education). It also discusses how the interaction of neurobiological differences and the social environment and systems may differentially impact the functioning and well-being of individuals with ADHD, and how to advocate better supports for them in the community (SDG#10 Reduced Inequalities).
Course Outline	UGED1998
Course Prerequisites/Restrictions	N/A
Points to Note for Students	N/A
Fees to be Borne by Students	N/A

Number of Credits	1
Offering Department	Department of Educational Psychology
Course Teacher	Prof. SO Wing Chee
Language of Instruction	English
First Day of Class	Jan 5, 2026
Last Day of Class	Apr 13, 2026
Course Component	Lecture
Mode of Teaching	Asynchronous
Meeting Time	N/A
Time Zone	UTC+08
Course Description	Autism is one of the most common neurodiverse conditions in society. This course will introduce different theoretical frameworks to understand autism and analyze issues concerning this community. This course will present the characteristics of autistic individuals and the challenges they may have in learning and communicating with others. It will also discuss practices that can support and interact with autistic individuals in academic, workplace, and social settings. This course aims at developing heightened awareness and sensitivity towards neurodivergent learners and encouraging students to effectively interact with peers with autism in and outside campus, subsequently creating an inclusive society and learning environment on campus and achieving SDG#3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and SDG#10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Course Outline	UGED1999
Course Prerequisites/Restrictions	N/A
Points to Note for Students	N/A
Fees to be Borne by Students	N/A

Before Making an Application

Make sure you have thoroughly read the information on this page and the Academics page before making an application. If you have a question, email us at [email protected] or contact the VSE Coordinators at your home university or course offering university.