Founded in 1937 as the first Government Trade School, PolyU has evolved into a leading public research university in Hong Kong. Located in Hung Hom, Kowloon, it is one of eight government-funded degree-granting institutions in Hong Kong. The university gained full university status in 1994 and has since established itself as a world-class institution known for its innovative approach to education, research excellence, and strong industry connections
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QS World Ranking
20,387
Total enrollment
35%
International students
Hong Kong Government Funded Institution
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PolyU provides comprehensive career development support through its innovative education model that emphasizes practical experience and industry connections. The university's unique Work-Integrated Education program ensures students gain real-world experience as part of their curriculum. Through close links with professional and business sectors both locally and internationally, students have access to numerous learning opportunities, internships, and career pathways. The university's strong emphasis on entrepreneurship includes various funding schemes for student startups, while its Service-Learning program helps develop leadership skills and global perspectives
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
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Distinguished Optometry Educator and Clinical Expert
Dr. Jessica Neuville serves as a Clinical Associate at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Optometry, bringing extensive clinical and academic experience to her role. She earned her Doctor of Optometry from UC Berkeley and completed a residency in ocular disease and low vision at the Kansas City Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Prior to joining PolyU, she taught at Midwestern University's Arizona College of Optometry. A Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and member of the Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists, she has served on key professional bodies including the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education. Her teaching portfolio includes ocular pathology, pharmacology, binocular vision, and clinical optometry. She combines academic work with clinical practice at the university's Optometry Clinic, while contributing to research in optical coherence tomography and diabetic eye disease. Her recent achievements include receiving the Faculty Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching and developing innovative eLearning strategies for optometry education
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Award-Winning Optometry Educator and Vision Rehabilitation Specialist
Dr. Lydia Yu serves as a Clinical Associate at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Optometry, where she first graduated with first-class honors and Dean's List recognition. After completing her PhD in regenerative medicine at The University of Hong Kong's Department of Ophthalmology and conducting research at the University of Liverpool's Department of Eye and Vision Sciences, she returned to PolyU. Her expertise focuses on vision rehabilitation, low vision patient care, visual electrophysiology, and myopia management. Her contributions to teaching and clinical services have earned her the Outstanding Clinic Staff Award and the Faculty Prize for Outstanding Performance/Achievement in Teaching. Currently, she develops innovative eLearning strategies and teaches CAR subjects, including "Eyes on Vision," while contributing to the development of educational resources such as the MOOC "How We See the World: Visual Function and Eye Health" and the SEE 3D Eye Model App