Important Notice
Admission Procedures on HKDSE Result Announcement Day (16 Jul 2025)

(Applicable to (i) applicants during 10 Jun and 15 Jul 2025; and (ii) obtained conditional offer(s) on or before 25 Jun)

Please login to the "VTC S6 Admission Portal" to check your offer results / finalised offer results from 16 Jul 9:00 a.m. onwards. If you are given a Firm Offer, you are required to follow the steps to complete the registration via the "VTC S6 Admission Portal":

  • confirm acceptance of offer from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on 16 Jul; and
  • download the payment advice and offer documents, pay the registration fee and upload the registration fee payment receipt to complete the registration by 21 Jul (12:00 noon).
VTC S6 Admission Portal

Please click here for the procedures of confirm acceptance of offer.

Central Admission Scheme

Applicants may join the "Central Admission Scheme" via "VTC S6 Admission Portal" for admission to Full-time Degree, Higher Diploma, Diploma of Foundation Studies, Diploma of Vocational Education, Diploma programmes. Students may also go to campuses in person for joining the scheme and enquiry.

Applicants will be notified of the offer results on the day of submission of application.

  • Date and Time: 16 to 18 Jul (Wed to Fri) 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; 19 to 21 Jul (Sat to Mon) 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
  • Admission Flow and Frequently Asked Questions
  • Available Programme List (available on 16 Jul 9:00 a.m.)
VTC Central Admission Scheme

Full-time S3 or above

VTC provides a comprehensive pathway for students from Secondary 3 to Secondary 5, offering industry-focused knowledge and skills that enable flexible progression towards further education and employment.
Full-time S6 or above Full-time S3 or above Part-time Evening Part-time Day Top-up Degree

Certificate Programme Overview

Hospitality and Tourism / Chinese Cuisine / International Cuisine Programmes
The Hotel and Tourism Institute (HTI), Chinese Culinary Institute (CCI), and International Culinary Institute (ICI) offer a range of certificate programmes covering hotel operations and various culinary disciplines, tailored to industry needs. The typical duration of these programmes ranges from six months to two years.

Our institutions are equipped with cutting-edge training facilities, including the T Hotel (a training hotel), Chinese and Western training restaurants, multi-cuisine training kitchens, Wine and Beverage Laboratory, etc. Through practical experience serving guests, students gain valuable hands-on skills to prepare for careers in the hotel, tourism, and catering industries.

Upon completing the relevant courses and specific modules, students can choose to articulate to the diploma programmes in hotel operations, food and beverage service, Chinese culinary, or international culinary arts offered by the institutes.

VTC diploma qualifications are widely recognised, and the institutes also provide employment referral services to assist graduates in entering the industry or various hospitality organisations.

Maritime Programme
The Certificate for Junior General Purpose Ratings, offered by the Maritime Training Institute (MSTI), is recognised by the Hong Kong Marine Department and meets the requirements of International Convention on Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). It is an approved training course included the Local Vessel Trade Training Incentive Scheme under the Maritime and Aviation Training Fund (MATF).

The curriculum includes essential knowledge of marine engineering and seamanship, basic training for oil and chemical cargo operations, trade English, firefighting, and first aid training, with a typical duration of 23 weeks. Graduates may enter the workforce as seafarers or within other maritime-related fields. The institute's Recruitment and Placement Officers also assist students in registering as seafarers and preparing for interviews.
Certificate Programme Overview

Programme Edges

Recognised Professional Training

The curriculum is diverse and closely aligned with industry needs, providing highly recognised professional training.

Comprehensive Training Facilities

Equipped with professional training facilities, the institutes help students familiarise themselves with real working environments and requirements.

Internship opportunities

Internship opportunities are provided, allowing students to broaden their horizons.
Culinary
Programme Code
Programme Title
Offering Campus
HT112818
Certificate in Chinese Cuisine (QF Level 2)
Chinese Culinary Institute
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HT212310
Certificate in Sushi Preparation (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212314
Certificate in Teppanyaki Cooking (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212383
Certificate in European Pastry (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212384
Certificate in Bakery (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212385
Certificate in Japanese Cuisine (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212388
Certificate in Asian Cuisine (QF Level 2)
International Culinary Institute
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HT212884
Certificate in Guangdong Barbecue Preparation (QF Level 2)
Chinese Culinary Institute
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HT212889
Certificate in Hong Kong Local Specialty Savoury Snacks (QF Level 2)
Chinese Culinary Institute
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Hotel and Tourism
Programme Code
Programme Title
Offering Campus
HT112440
Certificate in Hotel Operations (QF Level 2)
Hotel and Tourism Institute (Kowloon Bay / Pokfulam / Tin Shui Wai)
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Maritime
Programme Code
Programme Title
Offering Campus
MS112399
Certificate for Junior General Purpose Ratings
Maritime Services Training Institute
Apply Now

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