College Life

Aside from acquiring medical science knowledge such as anatomy and microbiology, HPSHCC had provided me with various learning opportunities, from overseas study tours, local site visits to internship opportunity at the Department of Psychiatry in the University of Hong Kong. Through such experiences, I was able to enhance my knowledge of the medical field. Moreover, the programme is well structured and lecturers are really helpful and supportive. 

Two years ago, I was not able to get any university offer. The Higher Diploma programme in Medical and Health Products Management helped me to obtain a qualification to enter the university. The curriculum covers courses such as Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology and Drug Action & Use of Medicines. They are very practical. I can get credit exemption from these courses for the degree programme.

In addition, the lecturers put a lot of effort on teaching. They hold tutorials and teach us with various methods, specific demonstrations, company visits, and experiments. They are rich in experience and always provide me  with helplful information.

My Programme Coorindator is very supportive to us. For instance, he arranges various experiential learning opportunities for us such as local internships and summer study tours. I have gained much information on my future path through seminars. 

Now, I received an offer from the Nursing programme in CUHK. I am very grateful to this programme and all the lecturers who have taught me.

I always have an interest in the study of nursing and biology. Although my DSE result was not good enough to enter the university, I was admitted to the Higher Diploma programme in Medical and Health Products Management. This programme provided me with knowledge of medical and pharmacological sciences, and helped me build a good foundation for my further studies in Nursing.
Furthermore, the lecturers are helpful to answer my questions about study, so that I could equip myself for the university studies. Furthermore, the College arranged different intern opportunities for students. For example, I had a 2-week internship in a hospital in Taichung where I could practise and apply the knowledge. The experience was valuable.

Since I was at young age, I loved health sciences very much and wanted to become a medical professional. I chose to study the medical programme at HPSHCC where I learned extensive knowledge of medical sciences and different skills required for medical professions. I was fascinated by the structure and functions of the body system.  I studied how drugs were made and how they were used to treat human diseases as well as the reactions of drugs when they were mixed with other medicines. I benefited a lot from the study and prepared myself to pursue a career in the medical field.

Besides, the College lecturers are very patient and friendly. They often gave me good advice and encouraged me to try different things. I am so grateful for their support.

Although the path to success is fraught with difficulties, you will one day achieve your goal through perseverance.  

During my two years of study at HPSHCC, I truly appreciated that I met a number of patient lecturers and schoolmates. Moreover, the programme provided students with a broad range of knowledge and experiential learning. For instance, I had an internship opportunity at the Department of Psychiatry Laboratory of the University of Hong Kong. All of these training and experiences molded me into a different and better person compared with what I used to be. 

Some people may think that a higher diploma or a sub-degree student is less capable and motivated than students who were admitted directly to the universities through JUPAS. My experience proved that it’s not true. I believe everything is possible if you put an effort into it, and FIGIT FOR IT.

HPSHCC offers different types of internship opportunities. I was able to work as a club assistant at Disciplined Services Sports and Recreation Club where I learned the development of the industry and equipped myself with the real life experience.  Please don’t give up easily because of unsatisfactory performance on the public exam. Instead, you could re-orient, manage your time, set new goals and strive for a better and brighter future.

Please don't care too much whether you are a sub-degree programme student or your unsatisfactory DSE results. In fact, studying at HPSHCC was the second opportunity for us to restart. Your DSE score was just a number that cannot define the kind of person you are. Found some like-minded friends to form a study group and worked together. Time will pass so quickly particularly when everyone shares a common goal.

Other degree offers received:

• Bachelor of Science in Community Health Practice, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2-year programme)
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management, City University of Hong Kong (Senior year entry)

I am glad to have lecturers who love teaching and are patient to students. They  inspired me to  purse my studies in the field of food safety.

HPSHCC provides a well-equipped nutrition laboratory for students to conduct different experiments on food safety.  We have learned a lot from the laboratory works and class presentations. In addition, visits to food factories enabled us to learn about the daily operations of the industry. All of these experiences  prepared us for future career.

After two years of hard work , I successfully articulated to the University of Hong Kong. I have learned a lot from the lecturers. The course also provided a half-year internship for all students.  I was arranged to work in InterContinental Hong Kong. We were given choices to work at different departments  such as the Housekeeping, Catering, and Front Desk so that I can understand more about the operations of the hotel industry.