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Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China
201–250th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Hong Kong Baptist University

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Nurturing future generations in a dynamic and caring environment

Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) is a publicly funded research-intensive liberal arts university in Hong Kong, and we deliver a distinctive education that equips young people with the innovative impulses and creative thinking that the 21st century demands. We balance academic excellence with the development of the whole person.

Founded in 1956, HKBU became a publicly funded university in 1994, and we have remained committed to the pursuit of excellence in education, research and service to the community. With our fundamental strengths in the arts and humanities, HKBU offers an education and research environment that fosters technological progress with a focus on the human dimensions. At the same time, the University is using technology to push the envelope of human imagination in the arts and cultural sphere. Coupled with our unceasing efforts to achieve breakthroughs in science and Chinese medicine, HKBU strives to contribute to the building of a better world and a more compassionate society.

 

International recognition

The University’s programmes have won international recognition. The School of Business gained accreditation from The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA), as well as the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development. The School of Communication was named one of the best journalism and media schools for Asian students by the website Asian Correspondent.

 

Vibrant campus

Situated in the heart of the city, the University stretches across five campuses that offer an inspiring teaching, research and learning environment.

The University has state-of-the-art facilities, well-equipped laboratories and an excellent research infrastructure, and our learning commons offer students a dynamic study environment.

HKBU’s world-class libraries include the seven-floor main library, the Dr Stephen Riady Chinese Medicine Library and the European Documentation Centre. The University also has well-rounded sports facilities that encompass two multipurpose gymnasiums; a swimming pool; a full-size outdoor athletics stadium and football pitch, along with tennis and squash courts; and two multipurpose sports halls for ball and racquet games.

HKBU has created an internationalised campus environment, with its academic staff members coming from over 20 countries and regions. Its pioneering programmes, such as the Pulitzer Prize Winners Workshop, the International Writers’ Workshop, and the Global University Film Awards, bring distinguished experts from around the world to the University and promote intellectual exchange, adding to the globalised campus experience.

HKBU is committed to building a sustainable low-carbon campus and fostering an environmentally conscious culture within the university community.

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Student gender ratio
64 F : 36 M (1)
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International student percentage
60% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
13.4 (1)
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Student total
7628 (1)

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Arts and Humanities

  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
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Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
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Education Studies

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Life Sciences

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  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

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Psychology

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