College Life

"When I first came into the College, I was full of worries. I chose Psychology purely out of interest, but I did not know if it was a right decision. I was not sure whether what I learn would really relate to my future or not. However, it was thanks to the effort of the thoughtful and patient lecturers that I now have a much clearer picture with regards to my goals in life.

Now when I look back, I am thankful to have the College equip me with the required skills in the field of Psychology. In this campus, it is not about one-way teaching-and-learning, but two-way interaction. The lecturers are approachable and always encourage the students to explore methods to their solutions. Not only can students benefit from the joy of learning, but they are also given lots of opportunities to take part in various extra-curricular activities and services. I am glad to have become one of the Student Ambassadors during my time at the College, as it strengthens my interpersonal skills and provides me a chance to contribute to the college. These experiences could hardly be found in elsewhere."

"In the past two years, my study was not only about learning theories at lectures. I also learnt through various projects, presentations, lab practical sessions and site visits to companies such as LSG-Skychefs. Through these experiences, I have learned how to apply the knowledge I have studied to daily life, e.g. to be proactive and think independently. I think these personal traits are essential for succeeding in the university.

Moreover, my College life was meaningful and enjoyable. I have made lots of good friends. Lecturers and counsellors here are very supportive. Thanks for their help. I feel so fortunate that I have got offers from HKU and Poly U and have a chance to pursue a degree programme."

"The past two years spent at the College has benefited me for a lifetime. Studying Medical and Health Products Management programme has provided me with all-round knowledge in several key areas such as: pharmacy, the human body, diseases and technology applied in the bio-chemical industry. The programme has broadened my horizons and allowed me to apply my studies in real life, especially the study of pharmaceuticals. Moreover, the programme has provided me with plenty of opportunities to practice what I have learned; this has allowed me to build confidence towards the dispensation of medicine and therefore increased my passion to enter into a medical-related career.

Studying at the College not only equipped me with knowledge in the medical field, but also enlightens and enriches my future ambitions."

「有別於一般的商業管理學課程，本課程獨特地加入了社會科學元素，讓我能夠學習到心理學和社會學，以及其他在中學時期甚少接觸的知識，突破了傳統的學科框架。另外，課程設計全面，除商業學及社會科學知識外，亦有通識科目，教授中英文及電腦知識，對升讀大學或投身社會工作極有幫助。商業學知識方面，課程涉及不同商業範疇，包括會計、經濟、市場學、財務學、管理學及人力資源管理等，提供多方面知識，可讓我了解自己的興趣，選擇最合適的出路。

傳統中學的學習模式，學生大多處於被動，可是在書院，學生的角色變得更為主動。撰寫論文、自行蒐集資料和分組專題研習等學習方式，可助我提早適應大學學習模式，打好穩固的基礎。」

從修讀基礎課程、兩年副學士課程，到2009年9月入讀香港浸會大學通識及文化研究文學士二年級，Jane直言書院的多元化教學模式，使她更懂得思考，並於生活中靈活運用知識。「學習並不局限於教室，書院還提供了歷奇活動及各種工作坊等多元化學習機會，讓我學會了課本以外的知識。我亦曾被安排到保良局轄下的單位實習，參與各項社會服務工作，從工作中認識整個社會服務架構，學以致用，獲益良多。」
2007年，Jane獲院方頒發「劉陳小寶海外學術交流獎學金」，到英國倫敦交流。她表示：「英國之旅行程充實，能夠跟來自世界各地的學生一起研習英語，結識了很多不同國籍的新朋友，還有機會參觀英國不同的名勝古蹟以及世界聞名的劍橋大學。學習之餘，不忘體驗當地的生活。」為更深入了解英國地道文化，Jane特別要求入住寄宿家庭，體會到英國人生活節奏較慢，卻很會享受人生。對於有機會親身感受兩地文化的異同，Jane相信有關經驗對她在大學的學習大有幫助。

作為首屆畢業生的Jane已完成大學課程，現於怡邦客務資源管理有限公司任職高級主管，即使離開書院數年，她亦很照顧書院的師弟妹，近期更與書院合作，安排航空公司地勤人員的招聘活動，為畢業
生提供更多不同的出路。

⁺ 應用社會科學副學士(社會福利)已改名為應用社會科學副學士(青年與社會服務)

"The past three years studying at HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College, I have learned to take great initiative in my studies. Not only did I learn valuable techniques within the accounting and financial industry, I also overcame my fear of speaking to large crowds during my presentations and projects. I was impressed with the professionalism and the experience of the lecturers at the College. Not only did they form great relationships with the students through their teaching methods, but they also shared their years of experience within the field, which was greatly appreciated by me and my classmates.

Apart from studying, I also actively participated in activities organised by the College such as study tours, all of which enhanced my knowledge in the accounting field.

Studying at the College is a platform for us to further our education and equip ourselves to develop our future careers."

"Studying at the College has changed me a lot. After experiencing failure in HKAL exam, I was very frustrated and chaotic, having little plan for the future. The College provides me an opportunity to pick myself up and explore my academic and career goals. After two years of study, I have become a confident individual with clear career directions.