Hong Kong Polytechnic University Admission Requirements 2027

PolyU is a large applied-sciences university in Hung Hom, Kowloon, admitting international and other qualification holders through its own International/Other Qualifications pathway. Non-local undergraduate tuition is HK$200,000 a year for the 2026/27 cohort, plus a HK$20,000 non-refundable place-securing fee on acceptance.

Requirements

Bachelor

An approved secondary qualification (A-Levels, IB, or an equivalent national school-leaving certificate) meeting the prerequisites of the intended programme, plus the English test scores above unless exempted.

Master

A recognised bachelor's degree meeting the entry criteria of the specific graduate programme; requirements are published separately by each PolyU faculty or school.

Documents

Academic transcripts and certificates, English test score report unless exempted, a valid travel document, and any programme-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

Confirm your qualification is covered by the International/Other Qualifications route.
Submit the online application and pay the application fee.
Submit final results and any outstanding documents by the closing date.
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer.
Pay the HK$20,000 place-securing fee on acceptance; it is later credited toward first-semester tuition.
Apply for a Hong Kong student visa through the Immigration Department once accepted.

English test waiver

TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic scores must be achieved in one sitting and are valid for two years from the test date; the TOEFL iBT Home Edition and IELTS Online/Indicator are not accepted for taught programmes.