Motto, Vision & Mission

Our Motto

To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind

The above is derived from the Chinese motto, quoted from the great Chinese classic Yijing (Book of Change) and two ancient treatises, one from Han dynasty and the other from pre-Qin times.

The original Chinese text can be paraphrased as follows: "Learn every truth and use the knowledge learned to accomplish every task" and "to learn; to serve".

Our Vision

Be a leading university that excels in professional education, applied research and partnership for the betterment of Hong Kong, the nation and the world.

Our Mission

1. To nurture graduates who are critical thinkers, effective communicators, innovative problem solvers, lifelong learners and ethical leaders.

2. To advance knowledge and the frontiers of technology to meet the changing needs of society.

3. To support a University community in which all members can excel through education and scholarship.