The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Exchange Program provides Boston University School of Hospitality Administration students the opportunity to spend a semester studying at Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). PolyU’s School of Hotel & Tourism Management is top-ranked among academic institutions in hospitality and tourism worldwide based on faculty research. The school has an enrollment of 1,900 students with an internationally recognized faculty drawing from 18 countries, a majority of which have hospitality or tourism industry managerial experience. At PolyU, students can select from a broad range of course offerings and gain valuable knowledge in the field of hospitality. During their time in China, students will live in undergraduate residence halls
Requirements & Considerations
Curriculum
Students will directly enroll in
PolyU’s School of Hotel & Tourism Management and can select from a broad range of course offerings. PolyU’s curriculum is modern and highly international, making this a truly valuable exchange opportunity for BU students seeking to hone their knowledge and skills in the field of hospitality. Upon successful completion of a semester, students will earn between 15 and 18 Boston University credits.
Browse the undergraduate courses available to exchange students at PolyU. Students take 15–18 credits during their semester; courses are 3 credits each. BU students are required to take at least half of their courses in the School of Hotel & Tourism Management.
Housing & Student Services
University Dormitory
- Residence halls, rooms guaranteed to exchange students
- Doubles or triples with shared common areas and dining hall; locations near campus
- All PolyU residences are fully furnished, and the kitchens are equipped with basic utensils
- Housing is paid directly to PolyU
- Board is not included and there is no meal plan option; pay-for-meal University dining facilities are available
- Laundry available in each residence
- Study/recreational rooms and fitness center in residence halls
Program Dates
- Fall Semester: early September to late December
- Spring Semester: mid January to early May
Application Timeline
Fall Semester
- Applications Open December 15
- Applications Deadline March 15
Spring Semester
- Applications Open June 1*
- Applications Deadline September 1
This program is not on a rolling admissions cycle. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials have been received by the BU Study Abroad office by the application deadline. Decisions will not be made until after the application deadline. Applicants will receive their decision via email.
Information on other programs that do not follow a rolling admissions cycle and information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision can be found here.
Cost & Financial Considerations
