Mission
The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is dedicated to fostering student exchange programmes with various higher education institutions globally. Through the Student Exchange Programmes, THEi provides students with a significant chance to “Engage the World” and pursue studies at our partner institutions in foreign countries as well as Mainland China.
Why should I go on Exchange?
- Immerse in a foreign culture,
- Experience a new educational environment at a different university,
- Develop new academic and interpersonal skills for your future career and life,
- Connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds,
- Enhance your independence,
- Take courses unavailable at THEi.
Types of exchange programmes
- Short-term Exchange
- Semester-based Exchange
THEi Student Exchange Programmes
Exchange Programme 2024/25
| Date | Type | Trip |
| Aug 2025 | Short-term | Student Exchange Trip to Seoul, South Korea |
| July 2025 | Short-term | Natural Medicine and Medicinal Plant Study Tour to the UK |
| June 2025 | Short-term | GEE5304 Nutrition and Health Outbound Trip |
| June 2025 | Short-term | Yunnan Alpine and Mountain Flora Expedition |
| June 2025 | Short-term | 2025 Fashion Design Cultural Exchange Study Trip London, UK |
| May 2025 | Short-term | Study Tour to Hangzhou and Nanjing |
| May 2025 | Short-term | Shanxi Cultural Exchange Tour |
| May 2025 | Short-term | A Comprehensive Exploration in Horticulture and Arboriculture in Victoria, Australia |
| May 2025 | Short-term | France and Italy Culinary Exchange Tour |
| Mar 2025 | Short-term | Business and Cultural Study Trip to Singapore and Malaysia 2024 |
| Mar 2025 | Short-term | Cultural Exchange with University of Macau |
| Jan – Jun 2025 | Semester-based | Semester Exchange Programme to HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, The Netherlands |
| Jan 2025 | Short-term | Student Exchange Trip to Qingdao and Rizhao 2025 |
| Nov 2024 | Short-term | International Blockchain Olympiad x DigiQuest Amsterdam 2024 |
| Sep 2024 – Jan 2025 | Semester-based | Semester Exchange Programme to HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, The Netherlands |
| Sep 2024 – Jan 2025 | Semester-based | Semester Exchange Programme to FHWien der WKW University of Applied Sciences for Management and Communication, Austria |
Exchange Programme 2023/24
| Date | Type | Trip |
| Aug 2024 | Short-term | 2024 International Workshop on Urban Landscape and IFLA world conference at Istanbul |
| July 2024 | Short-term | Natural Medicine and Healthy Food Study Tour to Canada 2024 |
| Jun 2024 | Short-term | 5‐Day Nutrition and Health Student Exchange Trip to Thailand 2024 |
| Jun 2024 | Short-term | Cultural Exchange & Service-Learning Trip to Inner Mongolia 2024 |
| Jun 2024 | Short-term | Japanese Design and Cultural Tour 2024 |
| May 2024 | Short-term | 5-Day Cultural Exchange Tour to Hangzhou 2024 |
| May 2024 | Short-term | 5-Day Cultural Exchange Tour to Taiwan 2024 |
| Dec 2023 | Short-term | Exchange Visit to Sydney, Australia 2023 |
| Sep 2023 – Jan 2024 | Semester-based | Semester Exchange Programme to FHWien der WKW University of Applied Sciences for Management and Communication, Austria |
Student Testimonials
CHU Ka Hin, Year 3, Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Sports and Recreation Management
My name is CHU Ka Hin. I am an exchange student studying Sports Management at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht. My time here has been amazing! The courses and project-based assignments have really helped me delve deep into the sports industry. I’ve gained essential skills in management and marketing, and the diverse student community has allowed me to make great friendships. I encourage future THEi students to take advantage of the exchange opportunity - it's a vibrant place that truly provides a solid foundation for success in sports management!"
CHUI Wing Chun (second right), Year 3, Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Sports and Recreation Management
I am CHUI Wing Chun, Harcus, an exchange student studying Sport Management at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht. This study exchange has been a transformative experience for me. The programme offers a comprehensive understanding of the international sports industry, blending theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Engaging with diverse cultures and collaborating with international peers enriched my sporting knowledge. Also, I would like to thank you THEi providing this exchange opportunity which broader my horizons.
Ng Yat Yin, Year 2, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Landscape Architecture
I am profoundly grateful to my school and the benevolent patrons whose generosity has afforded me this extraordinary opportunity. This exchange has been far more than an academic pursuit; it has been a transformative passage—one that has expanded my intellectual and creative horizons while deepening my understanding of the world and my place within it. Each encounter, each landscape, each moment of discovery has left an indelible imprint on both my professional aspirations and personal growth. This experience will resonate far beyond the present, shaping my vision and purpose for years to come. For this, I extend my deepest and most heartfelt gratitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should I apply for financial aid schemes or subsidy for the exchange programme?
You should apply for the subsidy before or at the same time as applying for the exchange programme.
2. Am I eligible to apply for the Semester-based Exchange Programme?
You are eligible to apply if you are a full-time undergraduate student, and fulfil the minimum requirement(s) on CGPA, English language, if any, set by your department and/or your preferred host institution(s).
3. How long is the Semester-based Exchange Programme?
Normally, it lasts for one semester.
4. Do I need to pay tuition to the partner institution for the Semester-based Exchange Programme?
Normally, you only need to pay tuition and all study-related costs to THEi to maintain your student status. However, you may need to pay some fees to your host institution such as transportation fee or student organization fee.
5. Do I get credits for courses taken on the Semester-based Exchange Programme?
You can earn credits after obtaining approval for your study plan. To ensure, you should discuss the plan in detail with your Programme Leader before course registration.
6. Can I participate in the Semester-based Exchange Programme during my final year of study?
Please discuss your study plan with your Programme Leader for any potential delay in your study progress.
Enquiry
Tel: 3890 8126
Email: thei_exchange@thei.edu.hk
Engaging in community service in Hong Kong or other parts of the world provides you with opportunities to contribute to society, reflect on social and global issues, and demonstrate a sense of responsibility. Through hands-on service projects, you can immerse yourself in their environments while giving back to the community in a meaningful way.
Apart from volunteering, you can also participate in cultural exchange tours to enhance your global outlook and cultural sensitivity by exchanging ideas and interacting with local people. You can have the chance to meet people of all ages and backgrounds from around the world and establish wider connections.
The SDO organises outbound trips in the summer or winter break every year. Students are encouraged to join the trips and pay attention to news from the SDO. Below is a selection of highlights from the trips over the past few years:
| Date | Trip |
| Jun-24 | Cultural Exchange & Service-learning Trip to Inner Mongolia 2024 |
| Jul-23 | Zhengzhou University of Light Industry Summer Camp 2023 |
| Jan-20 | Exchange Tour to Eastern Europe(Sponsored by the Youth Development Commission) |
| Jun-19 | Service Learning Trip to Yangon, Myanmar |
| Jan-19 | Service Learning Trip to Yunnan, China |
| Jun-18 | Service Learning Trip to Inner Mongolia, China |
| Jun-18 | Cultural Exchange Tour to Western Europe(Sponsored by the Home Affairs Bureau) |
| Jan-18 | Service Learning Trip to Vietnam |
| Aug-17 | Baltic Sea and Russia Cultural Exchange Programme(Sponsored by the HKSAR Government ) |
The Education Bureau (EDB) is offering the following schemes to support local and/or non-local students of full-time locally-accredited undergraduate programmes to participate in exchange activities outside Hong Kong:
- Scheme for Subsidy on Exchange for Post-secondary Students (SSE)
- Scheme for Means-tested Subsidy on Exchange to Belt and Road Regions for Post-secondary Students (Means-tested SSEBR)
- Scheme for Non-means-tested Subsidy on Exchange to Belt and Road Regions for Post-secondary Students (NMTSSEBR)
- Non-means-tested Mainland Experience Scheme for Post-secondary Students (NMTMES)
*The maximum amount of subsidy to be granted varies according to the destination and duration of the relevant exchange activity.
**Please pay attention to SDO email on the scheme details and application method.
Enquiries
You are welcome to contact us for further information on the subsidy schemes and application details:
Student Development Office
TEL 3890 8133 / 2176 1400
EMAIL thei-sdo-fin@thei.edu.hk
