Message from the College Principal

HKU SPACE Community College is a leading provider of sub-degree programmes in the Greater China region. Since its inception in 2000, the College has produced more than 46,400 graduates, with over 30,800 of them pursuing bachelor degree programmes. Over 16,300 progressed to University Grants Committee-funded institutions, with The University of Hong Kong admitting over 5,100.

The College offers a comprehensive curriculum to prepare students for further degree education. The Experiential Learning component enables students to apply their learned skills and practical concepts to tackle authentic situations, while the Core Curriculum of our Associate Degree is composed of interdisciplinary courses. Many of our Higher Diploma programmes have received staunch support from industrial partners in providing practical learning internship experiences to our students.  

We continue to organise various extra-curricular activities to ensure that all students are afforded with the opportunities to maximise their potential, whether they are local or from mainland and abroad. Our student body is becoming more diverse, and we cherish this diversity for the richness it brings. For many years, our students have been performing impressively in musical events, undertaking internships in private corporations and non-governmental organisations, and participating in projects to help underprivileged groups and individuals. The College is now developing new programmes and courses to enrich our students’ learning experiences, to enhance their academic endeavours, and to consolidate their career marketability. In fact, while many students pursue further studies, those who have opted for vocational pathways have been praised by their employers for their versatility, problem-solving skills, and professional attitudes.

Students’ learning at HKU SPACE Community College is not only academic but also practical and multi-dimensional. Our Student Development and Counselling Services team has organised regular activities to foster personal growth, self-discovery, and networking. In addition to the activities of our Students Union and various interest societies, students can serve as Student Ambassadors or join the Mentorship Scheme.

In anticipation of the government’s initiative to reform Cap 320, the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance, the University of Hong Kong will establish the HKU Centennial College (HKUCC) merge the operation of the HKU SPACE Community College with Centennial College, providing a robust new institution to develop a suite of degree programmes, especially in the areas of allied health and of data science. The College has been actively preparing for this new transformation.

The College is committed to providing excellence in student learning experiences. We look forward to helping all our students reach new heights in their academic study and career development.

Professor Sonny S. H. Lo
Acting Community College Principal.