University of Hong Kong
A leading public research university and the oldest tertiary institution in Hong Kong.
University of Hong Kong - AboutFounded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is a public research university based in Pokfulam. It traces its origins back to the 1887 establishment of the Hong Kong College of Medicine for Chinese and has grown into a major international institution of higher learning.
The university comprises 10 faculties, including Medicine, Law, Engineering, and Science, offering over 200 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to approximately 30,000 students. HKU is highly ranked globally, placing 17th in the 2025 QS World University Rankings and ranking as the top university in Asia in the 2026 QS Asia University Rankings.
With a strong emphasis on research, global engagement, and interdisciplinary scholarship, HKU maintains a significant international student population and holds top global subject rankings in fields such as Dentistry and Education.