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Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) offers over 20 “Applied Science-Oriented” degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring students can apply what they learn effectively.
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Advantages

Professionally Accredited Programmes

Professionally Accredited Programmes

THEi's degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ), and by relevant professional bodies where appropriate.
Applied Science-Oriented Approach

Applied Science-Oriented Approach

Through its Applied Science-Oriented degree programmes, THEi nurtures work-ready graduates equipped with the professional skills and knowledge necessary to tackle future challenges in the workforce.
Attuned to Industry Development

Attuned to Industry Development

The institute also collaborates closely with industry partners to provide students with essential platforms for their development. All programmes require work-integrated learning (WIL) and engage students in active learning pedagogies, including a strong focus on project-based learning. This approach involves real-world problem-solving in collaboration with local industries and professions to meet the industry needs.
Learning Environment

Learning Environment

THEi’s Chai Wan Campus features award-winning sustainable green design and twin-tower architecture, offering expansive common learning spaces that encourage peer-to-peer learning. The Tsing Yi Campus is equipped with advanced research facilities, state-of-the-art laboratory instruments, and student residential halls. Both campuses provide advanced teaching facilities and a comprehensive learning environment.

Key Facilities

Exhibition Hall with a 20-metre-wide interactive media touch screen
Functional Training & Injury Prevention Centre
Asian Cuisine and Western Kitchens
Plant, Soils & Chemical Laboratories
Knitwear / Textile Design Workshop
Building Information Modelling Innovation Hub (BIMHub)

Student Sharing Section Title

The Sports and Recreation Management programme at THEi deepened my understanding of sports therapy. During my studies, I gained practical experience through internships, which prepared me for a career in this field. After graduation, I put my knowledge into practice, collaborating alongside national teams and competing on the international stage.

Ivy Lui
Lead Sports Therapist, Shangdong Province Rugby Team

The programme at THEi enriched my professional knowledge in building services engineering. Through internships, I applied my skills and knowledge in real-world work environments. After graduation, I started a new chapter in my career by joining the MTR Corporation Limited.

Sean Sin
Graduate Engineer, MTR Corporation Limited

I am very interested in cooking, creating recipes and food innovation. THEi’s programme, which combined theory and practice, gave me a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of food development processes and requirements. After graduation, I progressed to a Master’s programme in the UK, advancing towards a career in food innovation.

Daphne Ho
Regulatory Affairs Officer, a Chocolate Manufacturer in Cambridge, UK

In addition to culinary skills, THEi’s programme covers various aspects of catering management and operational techniques. Industry experts were regularly invited to share the latest market developments, which expanded my professional network and opened up more career opportunities for me.

Carol Lee
Student of BA (Hons) in Culinary Arts and Management, THEi

I have always been passionate about sports, so I chose my field of study based on my interests. THEi’s Sports and Recreation Management programme covers a wide range of practical topics. The extensive industry internship experience led to my recruitment by an international sports therapy organisation as a sports therapist, working with professional teams in international competitions.

Max Yeung
Founder of Movewell Sports Therapy & Physiotherapy Centre, Sports Therapist for Wang Xinyu, Chinese tennis player

The programme’s at THEi effectively integrate theory and practice, providing me with the opportunity to intern at W Hong Kong. I was able to apply the knowledge and skills I acquired across various roles within the hotel, during which I received commendations and positive feedback from guests. Following the internship, I was offered a full-time position as a management trainee role at the W Hong Kong, further advancing my career in hotel management.

Richard Cai
Management Trainee, W Hong Kong

Programme Information

THEi offers a variety of “Applied Science-Oriented” self-financed Bachelor’s Degree programmes and Government-funded programmes under the Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP), available for S6 graduates to apply.
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