Summer@OxBridge

This programme aims to encourage students to attend one of the below programmes hosted by University of Cambridge and University of Oxford.

All full-time PolyU undergraduate students in UGC-funded programmes, except final-year students, in any faculty/school are welcome.
Students who have been on global student exchange programme are also eligible to apply but priority will be given to students who have not participated in global exchange programmes.
Students who expect to receive a summer exchange offer in the same year should not apply.

Join us! GEO Information Session - Summer Outbound Opportunities and Funding Available 2023/24

Date: 16 January 2024 (Tuesday)

Time: 15:00 - 16:00

Venue: FJ301, PolyU (face-to-face) & Zoom (online)

Mode of Delivery: Hybrid

Please feel free to download the Briefing PPT slides (2024 Summer Outbound) here for reference.

Subsidies

Eligibility

Min. CGPA 3.50 as of Semester 1, 2023/24.
Successful applicant to one of the OxBridge programmes with application confirmation issued by Cambridge or Oxford.
Submitted complete application for the Subsidy by deadline.

Subsidy Amount

	CGPA as of Semester 1, 2023/24
	Between 3.50 and 3.74	3.75 or above
Pembroke	HKD30,000	HKD41,000
Girton	HKD30,000	HKD41,000
Exeter	HKD51,000	HKD71,000

Allocation

Allocation of the Subsidy will be based on latest CGPA (as of Semester 1, 2023/24) and personal statement.
Approved Subsidy will be transferred to student's bank account as per record of Student Account Enquiry of PolyU Finance Office.
The Subsidy will be clawed back if student fail to complete the programme and transfer credit(s) back to PolyU.

1. Apply online for one of the Summer@OxBridge programmes by submitting complete application to the programme provider directly. Save a proof on COMPLETED application in PDF format.

2. Complete the Online Application for Summer Abroad Subsidy (Summer@OxBridge) Supporting documents required:

a. A proof on COMPLETED application in PDF format from one of the OxBridge programmes; and

b. Copy of PolyU Student ID Card;

c. Personal statement (500 words)

- Topic: What are the qualities that make you a suitable candidate for this programme? How would the programme positively impact your future academic, personal, or career goals?

*It is not necessary to include the official study programme details from the host university.

Subsidy Application Period: 15 January 2024 (09:00 Hong Kong Time) to 13 February 2024 (23:59 Hong Kong Time)

Programmes

Period:	6 July – 17 August 2024
Duration:	6 weeks
Courses:	3 courses chosen from the list of over 30 courses. 1 of the 3 courses can be Independent Supervision. https://www.pem.cam.ac.uk/international-programmes/pembroke-cambridge-summer-programme/course-list
Programme Fee:	Application fee – £60 A non-refundable fee to cover the administration cost of processing applications. Tuition fee – £5,735 Covers Teaching & Learning, and College-based support: Academic and pastoral support from the programme team through daily drop-in advisory hours. Comprehensive feedback on performance through mid-term essays or alternative assessment. Access to the Pembroke College Library. Plenary lectures, Social Sciences and Sciences study skills sessions, Field trips and/or guest speakers on relevant courses. IT support, Wi-Fi across the College, teaching rooms and accommodation, 24/7 pastoral and welfare support, and practical support and advice from the programme team. (Optional) Independent Supervision supplement – £1,480 The opportunity to undertake an individual research project in place of one of the 3 lecture courses, fee includes: One-to-one academic supervision from an expert in your chosen field. Comprehensive feedback on your project work, Assessment of written work. Access to the Cambridge University library. https://www.pem.cam.ac.uk/international-programmes/pembroke-cambridge-summer-programme/programme-fees
Accommodation:	Accommodation fee ranges from £2,540 to £3,490 depending on room type. Meal plan, 2 Formal Halls (formal dinners) are included. https://www.pem.cam.ac.uk/international-programmes/pembroke-cambridge-summer-programme/accommodation
Programme Details:	https://www.pem.cam.ac.uk/international-programmes/pembroke-cambridge-summer-programme
Announcement of Results:	Official acceptance to the programme is made by Pembroke. Summer Abroad Subsidy results to be announced by GEO.

^{*While above details are correct at the time of compiling the table, for the latest and most accurate information please refer to website/information provided by the programme provider.}

Period:	Business Summer Programme or Economics Summer Programme 24 June – 21July 2024 (Girton will extend the programmes by one day for PolyU students. The extra day will be part of the scheduled programme specially planned for PolyU students. Therefore, the end day shown in the official website will be different from here.) Engineering Summer Programme 14 July – 10 August 2024
Duration:	4 weeks
Courses:	Business programme 1 course comprising three modules in business topics such as investing, strategy and leadership. Economics programme 1 course comprising three parts covering macroeconomics and microeconomics. Engineering programme 1 course comprising three modules covering nanotechnology, jet engines and quantum technologies.
Programme Fee:	£4,485 covering: The academic course (a minimum of 45 hours of contact time), a series of evening talks. Accommodation (single occupancy study bedroom) and meal plan. Formal dinners, English afternoon tea, social programme (past activities have included punting and museum visits), access to College facilities. Day trips to London and Oxford. https://www.girton.cam.ac.uk/summer-programmes/programmes-for-uni-students/fees
Programme Details:	https://www.girton.cam.ac.uk/programmes-for-uni-students
Announcement of Results:	Official acceptance to the programme is made by Girton. Summer Abroad Subsidy results to be announced by GEO

^{*While above details are correct at the time of compiling the table, for the latest and most accurate information please refer to website/information provided by the programme provider.}

Period:	23 June - 3 August 2024
Duration:	6 weeks
Courses:	Choose any 2 from the 12 lecture courses and the Individual Research Tutorial. https://www.exeter.ox.ac.uk/ecsp/academics/
Programme Fee:	Application fee – £60 Tuition fee – £4,240 Covering 2 lecture courses and: Academic support, study skills seminars and drop-in study skills workshops. 24/7 pastoral and welfare support, 24/7 access to the Exeter College Library. Access to the Exeter College Library for the duration of the Programme A series of evening lectures. Accommodation Fee – £3,360 Single occupancy, en-suite accommodation with meal plan, 24/7 WIFI access and dedicated IT support. Formal Dinners, social and extra-curricular activities, arrival day reception, orientation and Welcome Buffet. A day-trip to London including a performance at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. https://www.exeter.ox.ac.uk/ecsp/finance/
Programme Details:	https://www.exeter.ox.ac.uk/summer-programmes/ecsp/
Announcement of Results:	Official acceptance to the programme is made by ECSP. Summer Abraod Subsidy results to be announced by GEO.

^{*While above details are correct at the time of compiling the table, for the latest and most accurate information please refer to website/information provided by the programme provider.}

Student Stories

Girton College, University of Oxford, UK

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Exeter College, University of Oxford, UK

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Enquiries

Please state clearly your name, PolyU student ID, exchange period and destination in your enquiry, whenever it is by email, telephone or in-person.

Email: outbound.exchange@polyu.edu.hk

Tel: 2766 5116

Walk-in enquiry hours: Mondays to Fridays (except public holidays): 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Address: ST305, 3/F, Ng Wing Hong Building

You can also make an appointment if you are not available during the walk-in enquiry hours. Please submit your request by email with proposed date & time at least two working days in advance.