Tokyo ETO promotes “Study in Hong Kong” brand in Tokyo

At HKU’s Master’s programme information session

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) held an information session for prospective students of its Master of International Public Affairs programme in Tokyo on October 26. The programme focuses on international relations and public policy, and HKU is seeking to attract students from around the world to further diversify its student body. Around 20 prospective students and working professionals attended, including participants from Japan as well as Belgium, Nepal, Mongolia and India who are currently based in Tokyo.

During her opening remarks, the Principal Representative of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Tokyo), Ms Gillian Lam, highlighted the advantages of studying in Hong Kong as it strengthens its position as an international hub for higher education.

The Programme Director, Associate Professor Austin Strange, introduced the programme’s features, including its culturally and geographically diverse student body, its network of partnerships with leading universities around the world and the career paths available to graduates.

Associate Professor Austin Strange, Programme Director, explained the features of the programme.

Students and working professionals from diverse national and cultural backgrounds listened attentively to the presentation.

Gillian Lam, Principal Representative of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Tokyo), also spoke at the event.

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