College Life

My two years as a Psychology student at HPSHCC has been fruitful. The programme consolidated my knowledge and challenged my aptitude for learning. With all that under my belt, I am confident to take on my further studies in the degree programme.

The focus of this programme is a 6-month placement. I had a chance to work in the catering department of the Peninsula Hotel. I experienced the daily operation of the hotel, learnt about the service standards of luxury hotels in Hong Kong, and I was impressed by the versatility and professionalism of frontline colleagues. Their serious working attitude has set me a good example.

There are different paths to enter the universities. Do not lose your confidence because of unsatisfactory DSE results.

Take me as an example. I decided to study at HPSHCC, an alternative path to get my university degree. During the past two years of studying the associate degree programme, I had more time to strengthen my foundation, including language skills, which facilitated my articulation to university. 

The college life of a sub-degree student is similar to that of a university fellow. You can also find a group of good friends whom you can relay on and fight together towards the same goal, work hard together to fulfill your dream. Believe in yourself! You can make it!

This programme has provided me an insight into the tourism and hospitality industry. The lecturers were always willing to help me and give me useful advice in academic and different issues. I became more hard-working as the learning atmosphere was great in my class. I also appreciate that the College always held different workshops and talks to equip us. At first I was perplexed because my DSE score was not enough for me to enter the university. After two years of study, I feel lucky that I had the opportunity to study in HPSHCC, as I am now clear about my future and have prepared myself for my university life.

I felt immense gratitude to HPSHCC for giving me a chance of studying at this college. In the past year, the College provided me with comprehensive facilities and various experience of learning which assisted me in consolidating my academic foundation and preparing for the future challenge at the University.

More importantly, I am also grateful that my lecturers are always helpful whenever I have difficulties in my studies. Besides, I am fortunate to meet my study partners with whom we strived to pursue our academic goals. 

The 2-year programme allowed me to learn a variety of knowledge and receive training regarding the hospitality and tourism industry. In order to broaden our horizons, the College has arranged a 6-month job placement for students. I was given an opportunity to work at InterContinental Hong Kong, and my position was Guest Services Officer in the Front Office Department. I was able to communicate with tourists from different countries and to experience the daily operation at a Forbes 5-Star Hotel.

In the past 2 years, the College has given me academic support and unforgettable memories. Lecturers are willing to answer my questions and Student Development Resource Centre (SDRC) has helped me a lot on the preparation of my university interviews. Also, I have valuable experience as a Student Ambassador and from the Taiwan Agriculture Study Tour. I am glad that I have studied at HPSHCC, have equipped well  for my future studies and career.

Time flies! It has been my last year in HPSHCC. In the past two years, I gained lots of valuable experience in HPSHCC. I joined the UK Business Tour and became a Student Ambassador. These activities helped me to become a mature and confident person. Also, thanks to the lecturers and counsellors of Student Development Resource Centre (SDRC), they are very kind, patient and friendly. They helped me a lot and solved my difficulties in academic issues and the concerns about my future study.

Studying in HPSHCC is an unforgettable experience to me. The College provides quality teaching environment. Lecturers are very kind and friendly. Also, counsellors of Student Development Resource Centre are willing to help us on issues regarding further studies. I am so grateful to have their full support.

You may think that it is frustrating to study for a sub-degree programme. However, if you try your best during the college years, entering into a local university is not just a dream!

Believe in yourself, and work hard!

My one-year college life at HPSHCC passed so quickly. Although face-to-face teaching was interrupted by COVID-19, the lecturers adopted various methods and online channels to teach us which made learning more effective. The first year of AD courses broadended my horizon and prepared me well for my studies in the university.