NM campus a test bed for industry collaboration: HKU
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is planning a radical departure from traditional education at its new Northern Metropolis campus, with an emphasis on real-world industry projects and a multidisciplinary learning approach. Outlining the vision in an interview with RTHK, President Xiang Zhang said the goal is to build a "truly internationalised powerhouse", which aligns with the goals of the…
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is set to revolutionize higher education at its new Northern Metropolis campus, focusing on real-world industry projects and interdisciplinary learning. President Xiang Zhang outlined this vision in an interview with RTHK, describing the initiative as a reimagining of education, driven by collaboration and a shift in the learning experience.
Zhang highlighted Hong Kong's status as a global city and HKU's international diversity, stating the institution is uniquely positioned to lead this educational transformation. With AI reshaping society and employment, Zhang emphasized that traditional education is outdated, advocating for cross-disciplinary immersion to prepare students for modern challenges.
The School of Innovation will pilot this model, with students spending the first two years on foundational subjects like math and physics, followed by two years immersed in industry projects to develop tangible products and solve real-world problems. This approach aims to produce graduates equipped to handle complex, multifaceted issues in the modern world.
Zhang envisions the Northern Metropolis campus as a living test bed for industry collaboration, dissolving traditional divisions between classroom, laboratory, and marketplace.
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