Hong Kong Baptist University is thrilled to announce the launch of the HKBU Summer Programme 2026! Running from 2nd to 31st July, this programme offers an exceptional blend of experiences designed to inspire and enrich your students in 2 vibrant locations: Hong Kong and Macao, China!
Programme Features
HKBU Summer Programme offers a diverse selection of credit-bearing courses across various disciplines, all designed to spark intellectual curiosity in your students. In addition to these engaging academic opportunities, HKBU is planning a series of exciting activities for SMU students to explore the vibrant energy of Hong Kong and Macao, China:
Macao adventure, the Las Vegas of the East, with a Grand Prix Experience
Magical Theme Park Exploration
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Jungle Night Walk Lit by Fireflies
Beachside BBQ Party
Free Tuition with On-campus Accommodation
Credit-Bearing Courses across Disciplines
Fees
SMU students pay normal SMU tuition for the transfer credit hours at SMU. In addition, students will pay US$1,520 which covers On-campus Accommodation in a new student hostel, Macao China tour, Theme Park access, all listed activities, administration and visa fees.
Transfer credits
Students may be able to earn credits to the extent that those credits are applicable to the program requirements of their SMU degree. Meet with your academic advisor of your program (visit https://www.smu.ca/academics/academic-advising.html) to see if any of your remaining degree requirements can be completed at another university. If your advisor confirms that there is room for transfer credits in your degree, you will request approval to take courses for transfer credits by submitting a Letter of Permission Request Form (found here https://www.smu.ca/academics/student-forms.html) to the SMU Records Office as soon as your acceptance is confirmed.
Interested students should email Global@smu.ca.
How to apply:
Interested students should submit the SMU Exchange Program application* by February 28 2026 to the Global Learning Office.
*To complete your application, you will:
fill out your Study Abroad Application (https://studio.smu.ca/s/StudyAbroadApplication2021.pdf)
write a one-page letter of intent. (Tip: book an appointment with The Writing Centre or ask if personal statement workshops are coming up https://studio.smu.ca/wc-student-tutoring)
print in pdf your unofficial transcript from banner
prepare your resume, and
secure two references (one must be from a SMU professor of one of your courses) – referees can email their letters directly to Global@smu.ca. Alternatively, they can email Miyuki.arai@smu.ca to inquire.
Once you have all four pieces of application documents (except for references), upload them at the application link here https://smuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55UpfboKu5sImUe.
What happens after you apply?
Once your application package is received, the Global Learning Office will be in touch to schedule a short interview. If you are selected, 1) you will be nominated to the host university by the SMU Global Learning Office and 2) you will be instructed to complete a set of applications for the host university by April 10. Once the host university accepts you into the program, they will provide all program-related information as well as instruction for the payment of the program fee. You will also be expected to attend our pre-departure orientation meetings.
Questions?
Email the Global Learning Office Global@smu.ca.
