UK Degree (Hons): University of West London

 

 

Programme Features

  • Accredited by HKCAAVQ: 3-Year Degree programmes
  • University of West London (UK) ranked 34th in the UK by the Guardian
  • Eligible for 3-year HK33,200 NMTSS* (government subsidy)
  • Study mode: Full time / Part time
  • Convenient location at Shum Shui Po campus

 

 

 

 

About the University of West London

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked in the Top 34* in the UK and is also ranked as the Number 1 modern University in London**. The University of West London has passionate and experienced staff, and several of its courses received a 100% satisfaction rating in the 2019 National Student Survey***. In 2020, the university was also shortlisted as "University of the Year" in the Times Higher Education Awards which have a reputation as the "Oscars" of the UK higher education sector. The university won the Outstanding Financial Performance Award, simultaneously, the university was also nominated for Knowledge Exchange/Transfer Initiative of the Year, Outstanding Contribution to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Outstanding Estates Strategy at the Times Higher Education Awards in 2020.

 

For more information about the University of West London, please visit https://www.uwl.ac.uk/.

 

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* According to the Guardian University rankings 2021
** According to The Times and Sunday Times University rankings 2020
*** According to the National Student Survey 2019

 

 

 

HKCAAVQ Accreditation and Professional Recognition

The degree programmes are being under accreditation at QF Level 5 by the HKCAAVQ, this qualification is comparable to a local Bachelor’s degree.

 

Upon graduation, students can also further their study in the Master’s degree programmes, and to apply for civil service posts, such as Executive Officer and Inspector of the disciplinary forces.

 

 

 

List of 3-Year Degree Programmes

Programme Title
Registration Number
BA (Hons) Business Studies
252931
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
252933
BA (Hons) Criminology, Policing and Forensics
252930

Note(s)

 

Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund.

 

For the purpose of Cap. 493B, the Non-local Course Registration Numbers for the University of West London / HKIT courses are: BA (Hons) Business Studies 252931; BSc (Hons) Cyber Security 252933; BA (Hons) Criminology, Policing and Forensics 252930. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格.

For the purpose of Cap. 493B, the Non-local Course Registration Numbers for Glyndwr University / HKIT courses are: BA (Hons) Business 252974; BA (Hons) Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management 253019; BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance 253020; BSc (Hons) Computing 253179. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格.

For the purpose of Cap. 493B, the Non-local Course Registration Numbers for University of Strathclyde / HKIT courses are: Doctor of Philosophy in Computer and Information Sciences 253139. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格.

 

 

 

2021/22 Tuition Fee#

 

Without NMTSS* subsidy
Tuition Fees for 2021/22 Entry

Year 1： $59,000

Year 2： $76,000

Year 3： $76,000

 

With NMTSS* subsidy
Tuition Fees for 2021/22 Entry

Year 1： $25,800

Year 2： $42,800

Year 3： $42,800

 

*NMTSS -- Students who are eligible for the Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong (NMTSS) will be provided with an annual subsidy up to HK$33,200 in the 2022/23 academic year. Eligible students enrolling in the relevant programmes only need to pay the tuition fee net of subsidy. For details, please visit www.cspe.edu.hk/nmtss.

 

Eligibility for NMTSS:
Attaining “3322” in the HKDSE when they are enrolled in eligible self-financing First-year-first-degree (FYFD) programmes;
In addition to NMTSS, students are eligible to apply for the government’s grant and loan subsidy. For details, please visit: www.wfsfaa.gov.hk

 

#The tuition fee will be subject to adjustment by annual review.

 

 

 

Entry Requirements

Year 1 Entry
  • HKDSE 15 points in five subjects (Level 1 = 1 point and Level 5** = 7 points) with minimum Level 3 in both English and Mathematics, and no subjects are at Level 1; or
  • Qualifications with equivalence of the above standards
  • Aged 21 or above prior to the commencement of the programme, subject to the prior learning and experience requirements by University of West London

 

Remark:

  • An Applied Learning subject (ApL) with “Attained with Distinction” or  “Attained with Distinction (I)” is recognized as one level 3 subject. And "Attained with Distinction (II)" is recognized as one level 4 subject. Applicants may use not more than two Applied Learning subjects in each application.
  • While the typical entry with 112 UCAS tariff points is comparable to HKDSE score of 17, students with a total HKDSE score of 15 or 16 will be considered and offered a place subject to a satisfactory interview for admission and final sign off by UWL.
  • Students with Level 2 in any one of the 5 subjects, e.g. Mathematics, will be considered as special entry and offered a place subject to a satisfactory interview for admission and sign off by UWL.

 

Special Entry

Other applicants not meeting the above requirements or with no formal qualifications will be considered on an individual basis taking into account their professional / work / life experiences and their ability to engage with and benefit from the course.

 

 

 

Financial Assistance and Scholarship

Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong (NMTSS)

Students who are eligible for the Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong (NMTSS) will be provided with an annual subsidy up to HK$33,200 in the 2022/23 academic year. Eligible students enrolling in the relevant programmes only need to pay the tuition fee net of subsidy. For details, please visit www.cspe.edu.hk/nmtss.

 

Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP)

FASP provides means-tested financial assistance to needy full-time students pursuing locally-accredited, self-financing post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to needy students so that no eligible students will be denied access to post-secondary education because of lack of means.

For details of the schemes, please visit SFO website at: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/fasp/overview.htm

 

The Non-means-tested Loan Scheme for Post-secondary Students (NLSPS)

The NLSPS is used to complement the Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP) to provide loan(s) to eligible students to settle tuition fees of locally-accredited, self-financing full-time post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree

For details of the schemes, please visit SFO website at:

https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/nlsps/overview.htm

 

Self-financing post-secondary scholarship scheme (SPSS)

To promote the development of the self-financing post-secondary sector, the Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS) is set up under the Self-financing Post-secondary Education Fund to offer scholarships and awards to students pursuing full-time locally-accredited self-financing sub-degree or bachelor's degree (including top-up degree) programmes at non-profit-making education institutions.

For details of the schemes, please visit SPSS website at:

https://www.cspe.edu.hk/en/Overview-Measures-Fund-SPSS.html

 

Tax Deduction for Self-Education Expenses

Students of this programme are eligible to apply for tax deductions in relation to the course fees. For details or enquiries please contact 187 8088 or visit the Government website at www.info.gov.hk/ird.