Program Overview
Joint Bachelor's Degree students will earn two bachelor's degrees—one from CityUHK and one from Columbia. Students within the Program may choose from a number of approved majors during their time at both CityUHK and Columbia.By offering two distinct learning environments, the Program seeks to present a variety of experiences that allow students to challenge themselves and develop a richly textured understanding of an increasingly globalized world.
The first two years at CityUHK consist of minimum 31 credits per year (up to 60 eligible credits will be counted toward Columbia degree requirements). In years three and four at Columbia, students complete at least 64 credits toward their chosen major and Core requirements (these credits will be counted towards CityUHK degree requirements).
YEARS ONE AND TWO
As a Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program student, you will choose from one of the following program areas at City University of Hong Kong:
YEARS THREE AND FOUR
After completing their second year at CityUHK, Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program students will matriculate at the Columbia University School of General Studies (GS).
Students will pursue a major that corresponds to their CityUHK program of study, as well as fulfill requirements for the Core Curriculum, one of Columbia University's longest standing educational traditions.
GATEWAY EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
The City University of Hong Kong provides students with a quality education that develops their intellectual abilities while providing them with the skills and knowledge base they need to successfully navigate the complexities of the 21st century.
Gateway Education (GE) is the core of CityUHK's undergraduate experience. The goal of GE is to give students a broad sampling of different academic areas, exposing students to varied disciplines and increasing the value and breadth of their undergraduate education. GE allows students to discover new interests that may present a range of opportunities for further study or career choice. More information on the Gateway Education requirements is available by visiting the CityUHK website.
Within the Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program between City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University, students will fulfill Gateway Education requirements using coursework from both CityUHK and Columbia University, through consultation with their academic advisors at both universities.
Additional Resources
Students who have been offered admission to the Program will be assigned a School of General Studies academic advisor, with whom they will consult for course selection and academic planning for the duration of their time at Columbia.
Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program students work with their Columbia advisors during semesterly meetings to determine how their coursework at CityUHK will be credited toward their studies at Columbia. Third and fourth year students will be regularly updated on how their coursework at Columbia will be credited towards their CityUHK degree.
The ARC is dedicated to helping students cultivate the skills necessary to manage competing demands, deal productively with setbacks, and to enthusiastically approach challenging situations both in and beyond the classroom.
Academic Calendars
Students should consult the academic calendars of City University of Hong Kong and Columbia University regarding important dates.