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Our latest endeavors are creating positive change in a dynamic global environment.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and BYD Auto Industry Company Limited (BYD) launched the HKUST-BYD Embodied Al Joint Lab. This collaboration aims to accelerate innovation and industrial applications in robotics and smart manufacturing, injecting new momentum into global scientific advancement and industrial transformation.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) signed three agreements with Tsinghua University (Tsinghua) to foster collaboration in research and education. These initiatives include launching a joint Integrated Master-PhD Program in Electronic and Computer Engineering, an executive education program and joint research funding.
HKUST Leads the Pack
Rankings
Our international accolades
World’s Top 600+ Young Universities
in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
Global Employability University Ranking 2025
No. 1 in Hong Kong, No. 3 in Greater China
Designed by the HR consultancy Emerging and published by Times Higher Education
Asia’s Top 700+ Universities
No. 3 in Hong Kong, No. 9 in Greater China
in Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2024
Facts and Figures
Active HKUST Start-up Companies
Established by HKUST staff, students and alumni or incubated by HKUST programs or facilities
of Faculty Members
World’s Top 2% Scientists
Stanford University 2023
Patent Influence Metric
Nature’s Leading 200 academic institutions
Patent Influence Metric published in 2022
Unicorn Start-Ups
Valued at >US$1 billion
Lui Ka Kit, Wan Him Ting, So Chun Hin, Lam Hung Fai, Cheng Ho Yin, Yeung Sin Chun, Yeung Sin Hang, Ho Chun Kit, Wong Man Ying, Li Wan Chak, Cheng Ka Nok
The Champion of the tertiary institution category, The 1st runner-up of the tertiary institution category, The 1st runner-up of the Open category at HKCERT Capture the Flag Challenge 2024
Lui Ka Kit, Wan Him Ting, So Chun Hin, Lam Hung Fai, Cheng Ho Yin, Yeung Sin Chun, Yeung Sin Hang, Ho Chun Kit, Wong Man Ying, Li Wan Chak, Cheng Ka Nok
3rd Place in 2025 International Final of PLANCKS Competition
Jason YEUNG Chun Ho
The 63rd USFHK Athletic Meet - Champion in Mens 1500m with 4:05.21
Jason YEUNG Chun Ho
Eleuto - Hyunho UM, Aryan AGARWAL, Janis Yan Yin CHUI, Shivansh ANAND
Hong Kong Techathon+ 2025 - New Innovation Award and Gold Award in Sustainability ESG category (Student Group)
Eleuto - Hyunho UM, Aryan AGARWAL, Janis Yan Yin CHUI, Shivansh ANAND
Dedicated to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we cultivate a diverse community, fostering global citizenship, community engagement, and driving positive societal impact.
