Founded in 1911, HKU is Hong Kong's oldest tertiary institution and one of Asia's most prestigious universities. Located in Pokfulam, Hong Kong, the university has evolved into a globally recognized center of research and teaching excellence. As the world's most international university according to THE rankings, HKU maintains a diverse academic community with strong global connections and partnerships.
26
QS World Ranking
18,010
Total enrollment
45%
International students
Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings
HKU provides comprehensive career development support through various channels, evidenced by its consistently high graduate employment rate of over 99.4% for eleven consecutive years. The university's strong international connections and extensive global partnerships create diverse opportunities for students' career advancement. Through its network of 340+ partner universities across 43 countries, students gain access to international exposure and professional development opportunities. The university's emphasis on global connectivity, combined with its strong academic reputation and industry partnerships, helps graduates secure positions in competitive global markets.
99.4%
Graduate employment rate
430+
International partnerships
47
Partner countries
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.
Leading Expert in Financial Law, Regulation, and FinTech at the University of Hong Kong
Douglas W. Arner, Kerry Holdings Professor in Law at HKU, specializes in financial law, regulation, and development. He co-founded various programs and leads major research on FinTech and financial inclusion.
4 Courses
Global FinTech Pioneer and EdTech Innovation Leader
Janos Barberis has established himself as a prominent figure in financial technology and entrepreneurial education, founding SuperCharger, Asia's leading FinTech accelerator, which has helped 49 startups raise over $650 million, including three unicorns. After completing the world's first Ph.D. in FinTech Regulation at the University of Hong Kong, he has combined academic excellence (ranking 13th among global legal scholars on SSRN) with entrepreneurial success, being named the 32nd Most Powerful Dealmaker by Institutional Investor. His contributions to the field include co-editing "The FinTech Book," a global bestseller translated into six languages and distributed in 106 countries, and authoring numerous influential papers on FinTech regulation and RegTech developments. Currently serving as CEO of Founders Taboo and co-founder of SuperCharger Ventures, he focuses on scaling EdTech innovation and addressing founders' mental health while maintaining positions on prestigious boards including the World Economic Forum. His expertise has been shared through over 100 keynote speeches at major events like SIBOS, consultations with regulators, and training programs, reaching over 250,000 people through his courses and books. As a Visiting Professor at the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, he continues to bridge the gap between academic research and practical innovation in financial technology and entrepreneurship education