The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - HKUST vs City University of Hong Kong - CityU vs Lingnan University - LU vs Hong Kong Metropolitan University - HKMU vs The Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts - APA

Side-by-side comparison from 28 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: City University of Hong Kong - CityU (4.50)
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - HKUST: wins 1/7 categories
City University of Hong Kong - CityU: wins 6/7 categories
Lingnan University - LU: wins 0/7 categories
Hong Kong Metropolitan University - HKMU: wins 0/7 categories
The Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts - APA: wins 0/7 categories
ESEUNE Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Vocational Training Council - VTC: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Biological Sciences
Best programme: Bioengineering
Best programme: Liberal Arts
Best programme: Bachelor of Business Administration
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.17
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Location
3.67
5.00
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4.14
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Professors
4.00
5.00
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4.29
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Internationality
4.00
4.20
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3.00
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Student life
3.50
4.80
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3.57
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Value
4.17
5.00
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3.71
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Accommodation
3.67
4.80
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2.86
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive professors and helpful administrators
  • +Beautiful and modern campus environment
  • +Ample career and extracurricular opportunities
  • +Strong program depth and regional focus
  • +Experienced and helpful faculty mentorship
  • +Practical skills and real-world experience opportunities
  • +Small university size, fostering close student-teacher relationships and a friendly learning environment.
  • +Abundant opportunities for personal growth through experiential learning programs like service-learning and internships.
  • +Supportive faculty and relevant coursework, particularly for understanding Hong Kong issues.
  • +Accessible and experienced lecturers with strong industry connections.
  • +Affordable tuition and ample financial aid opportunities.
  • +Positive and supportive campus atmosphere with flexible schedules.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a consistent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Poor communication and a lack of student support create a negative environment.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and feedback is a consistent problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Facilities are consistently described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Course content and teaching methods lack relevance and engagement.
  • -Outdated facilities and low university ranking are major drawbacks.
  • -Poor English proficiency among some professors hinders learning.
  • -Lack of campus atmosphere and strict policies are disliked.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution receives strong marks for its facilities and value, both rated at 4.17. Professors and internationality are also well-regarded with scores of 4.0. Areas for potential improvement include student life (3.5), with location and accommodation scoring a slightly higher 3.67. Overall, the university demonstrates a solid performance across multiple facets.

With outstanding marks in **Professors, Location, and Value (all 5/5)**, this institution excels in key areas. Student life and accommodation also receive very high scores (4.8/5). Facilities are rated well at 4/5, while Internationality stands out as the relatively weakest area, though still strong at 4.2/5.

An examination of the university's ratings reveals a consistent lack of scoring across all evaluated aspects. There are no standout strengths or notable weaknesses as every category, including Facilities, Professors, Location, Student Life, Accommodation, Internationality, and Value, has received a score of zero. This indicates a uniform absence of positive evaluation in all surveyed areas.

Overall, the university receives generally positive evaluations. It excels in its **Professors** and **Facilities**, both scoring well. The **Location** and **Value** are also considered strong points. However, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, receiving the lowest rating, with **Internationality** and **Student Life** also performing moderately.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4/5, students praise the scenic campus, supportive professors, and available opportunities. Though a small percentage of feedback mentions challenging accents and harsh grading, the majority is positive.

All ten reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.5/5. Students praise the university's strong programs, experienced faculty, and practical learning opportunities like internships and exchange programs.

All feedback is positive, averaging 4.4/5 stars. Students praise the small campus size, supportive faculty, and numerous personal growth opportunities like service-learning programs.

Nearly all reviews (~86%) are positive, praising approachable lecturers, affordable tuition, and a diverse student body. A small percentage (~14%) notes low English proficiency from some professors and limited campus facilities.

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Rating distribution
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A Liberal Arts Uni for Student Transformation

I've completed a Bachelor and a Master degree there. The uni is small (the smallest in HK), and to me it was just perfect, e.g. low student-to-faculty ratio, 100% on-campus housing, good food from the Chinese restaurant on campus. All academic building are within short walking distance, and you can reach a supermarket, post office and convenient store within a 10-minute walk. International students may find dorm life a bit challenging because only induction cooktops and microwaves are available and no cooking with fire is allowed in all student dorms.

Free ! Really free

The lowest university rank in Hong Kong. Some professor English level is extremely low. You don’t feel like this is a university because they lack of campus facility with only two huge buildings for the students. Most of the student just come here to go to class and then usually directly go back home. The school is quite flexible because they don't take any attendance in my major. The only advantage for me is the university is in Hong Kong. That's it !

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