WINNIE HUNGCOLLIN MCDERMOTT

Azusa Pacific in Hong Kong

O R I E N TAT I O N – PA R T 2

Hong Kong Summer Exchange program

2012

Asia’s World City

Review - Background

Hong Kong was returned to China after more than 150 years as a colony of Britain. This country is a fascinating interweave of just about every type of lifestyle. Your experience in Hong Kong will be one of the most efficient ways to gain a world perspective and cultural dynamic in one city.

History

British Colonial Era29 AUG 1842 was the date that Hong Kong

formally became part of the United Kingdom under the Treaty of Nanking

Before the treaty there was unsettling dispute between China and England due to Opium wars

History

On December 8 1941, Hong Kong was invaded by the Japanese as British and Canadian troops surrendered to an overwhelming Japanese force.

After Britain regained control of the colony after the war, the population sank from 1.6 million in 1941 to 600,000 in 1945.

History

Cold War EraHong Kong’s population recovered quickly as

waves of migrants from the Chinese Civil war began to enter.

During the 1950s, Hong Kong saw rapid growth in industry as it grew overwhelmingly with textile exports and expanding manufacture industries.

Governance

Back to China’s authority in 1997Sino-British Joint Declaration

(one country, two systems)“High Degree of autonomy as a special

administrative region in all areas except defense and foreign affairs”

Legal System

Hong Kong's legal system is completely separate from that of Mainland China.

Hong Kong continues to follow the English Common Law that was established under British rule.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

Becoming a Student of the City

Hong Kong is the Gateway to all of Asia and the East. It is a multicultural city filled with almost every type of lifestyle and passion. Hong Kong provides a wealth of opportunities for those interested in.

BusinessLanguageFashionArtCookingEntertainment

Campus and Program

The Azusa Pacific University Exchange program is hosted by the University of Hong Kong.

The program is designed to allow students to complete 12-14 hours of coursework in

BusinessLiberal ArtsSocial ScienceWorld Politics

The University

University of Hong Kong is located in a lightly populated residential area of Kowloon. The placement of the campus is ideal for those that may need a more time to adjust to the fast paced city life of Hong Kong.

The Campus is situated near near major rail lines and bus transportation hubs.

he HKU has high positions in various University rankings. According to QS World University Rankings 2011/2012, it was at 22nd in the world and the best in Hong Kong as well as Asia.

The Campus

Campus map

Cost and Aid

Semester: Summer of 2012Program Fee: $3,650 per semesterUndergraduate Tuition: $15,300 per

semesterGraduate Tuition: $1100 per credit*Airfare is not included in the program fee• Azusa Pacific University has several generous

financial aid programs, please be sure to contact the financial aid office to learn more about the support that is available to you.

Included in the Program fee

Pre-departure meetingsSeminars which include hotels and

transportationOrientation abroadHousingStudent IDMeals are not included. Students should plan

to budget about $2,000 dollars for meals during their semester.

Overview

Section Description

1 Housing

2 Culture

3 Landmarks

4 Food

5 Transportation

Housing

Living and commuting-Hong Kong is an extremely animated city and very densely populated. During your stay you will live and travel like a local which includes small apartment living and public transportation.-Students will always have access to campus recreation and can be placed at the University Residence Hall if they wish

Housing

Transportation- The University and Apartment complexes are

all located with a 2 minute walk from the MTR Mass Transit Rail) and KCR (Kowloon-Canton Railway).

- The public transportation in Hong Kong is very inexpensive and extremely efficient and thorough

Housing

City Life and Travel

Asia’s World City

You Tube Linkhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCoyszi2i7

s&feature=relmfuIn Asia's world city,

the unique fusion of East and West.

Culture - Language

Cantonese & English are official LanguageMandarinMetro – The next stop is …

Culture – Language

Class Activity – Let’s practice our Cantonese

Culture – Language Activity

HelloStrawberryCheeseChocolateBye

DisneySandwichesMcDonald’sPizza HutPizza

Culture - People

Hong Kong people are ethnically Chinese. Naturally lean towards eastern culture, but with a

heavy western influence as well. Many people in Hong Kong consider themselves as

"Hong Kongese" or "Hong Konger" instead of "Chinese" as they feel like if they tell people they're Chinese….

People would think they are from mainland china, which, for many reasons, they do not like to be considered as "Mainland Chinese"

Culture - Holiday

2013

Landmarks - Activity

Kowloon walled CityRepulse BayVictoria PeakVictoria HarborLan Kwan FongTian Tan Buddha

Traditional Food

Hong Kong Food

Currency activity

Tax & tips

Transportation

Kowloon ferry

Transportation

Transportation

MTR System

Class Activity

Let’s plan your trip for your weekend!!!! Let’s plan your trip for your weekend!!!!

Upcoming Class

Preparation before your flightWeatherProper attireContingency plansMeans of Travel