HKU 2027 KEY DATES FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Applying to the University of Hong Kong (HKU) with international qualifications for 2027 entry? Some programme interviews and assessments may take place from January to March 2027, so it is worth planning early.
HKU’s interview calendar is a guide only. Some programmes use rolling arrangements, and final interview details will be sent directly to shortlisted applicants. Always check HKU’s official admissions updates before making travel plans.admissions.hku+1
Key interview periods for Engineering, BA, BASc, BNurs
| Programme / faculty | Expected timing |
|---|---|
| BNurs / BNurs-ALT | Main interview rounds: weeks of 4 January and 11 January 2027 |
| Science Master Class | January to March 2027 |
| Engineering programmes | Late January to late March 2027 |
| BA(US) Urban Studies | Mid-January to early February 2027 |
| BASc(Design+) | Late January to February 2027 |
HKU’s 2027 International/Non-JUPAS applications open on 23 September 2026. Applicants who submit by 25 November 2026, noon Hong Kong time, can be considered in the first-round evaluation.
What this means for you
If you are applying to one of these programmes, keep the relevant period flexible and begin preparing before an invitation arrives.
- Nursing: Be ready to explain your motivation for healthcare, teamwork experience, and understanding of patient care.
- Engineering: Prepare to discuss your interest in maths, science, technology, coding, or problem-solving projects.
- Science: Be ready to talk about your academic interests and how you approach scientific questions.
- Urban Studies and Architecture: Think about issues such as cities, sustainability, housing, transport, and public spaces.
- Design+: Prepare examples that show creativity, curiosity, and how you connect design, technology, and social challenges.
Important reminder
The public calendar does not guarantee an interview. HKU may hold additional rounds or use different assessment formats, depending on the programme. Check your email regularly, including spam and promotions folders, after submitting your application.admissions.hku
For a searchable programme-by-programme view of the published schedule, visit the HKUNI HKU Interview Calendar. Use it to plan ahead, but rely on HKU’s official invitation for your final interview date and instructions.