15 April 2026
15 April 2026
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Important Reminders for Year 13
Important Reminders for Year 13
IB Final Results Request Form
IB Final Results Request Form
In order to have your final IB results sent to universities, ALL students MUST complete the IB Final Results to Universities form and email the document as a PDF to applications@rchk.edu.hk by Friday 17 April, 2026.
Make sure that you read the 'Final Notes' at the bottom of the document. If something changes and you need to update the form, you can do so up until 31 May 2026.
You can find the form HERE
Please Update your Unifrog Account
The FE office uses Unifrog to help us track all of offer data.
We need students to log into their Unifrog account and add details of ALL responses received thus far:
Add your course details/programme name etc
Include offer details, eg ALL HL point conditions
Any scholarship money
Add rejections too 🙏
IBCP/DP Corner
IBCP/DP Corner
Year 12 - FE Next Steps - Priorities (April-June 2026)
Year 12 - FE Next Steps - Priorities (April-June 2026)
Priority 1 - 15-23 April - Trial Exams (good luck!)
Priority 2 - 1 May - Complete a rough draft of your UK/HK Personal Statement and complete your Master CV so your FE Counsellor can provide feedback
Priority 3 - 11 May - Complete your FE 3WC slides
Priority 4 - 1 June - Complete your 1) Subject Reference Questionnaire (once completed, share this one with your reference writer) AND 2) General/Counsellor Reference Questionnaire
Priority 5 - 15 June - Narrow your list to 10-15 universities that you can realistically see yourself attending after RCHK. Continue refining your list over the summer.
TO BOOK A MEETING WITH YOUR FE COUNSELLOR - Use the ‘Youcanbookme’ link - it's at the bottom of this newsletter! - to choose a time that works for you - no skipping classes for this!
2025-2026 Internal FE Deadlines
2025-2026 Internal FE Deadlines
The FE team sets internal deadlines to help Year 13 students stay on track with their university applications.
Parents and students can view these deadlines on the Inspire sidebar, under Year 13 > Y13 Deadlines
If you have any questions, please email careers@rchk.edu.hk
MARCH/APRIL FE HIGHLIGHTS!
MARCH/APRIL FE HIGHLIGHTS!
HKU INNOHEALTH CUP COMPETITION
HKU INNOHEALTH CUP COMPETITION
On Saturday, April 11th, 2 teams of Y11 and Y12 students - Justin Cheung, Cristie Chau, Charlene Hong, Angie Puk, Ryan Wu, Hannah Cheng, Gladys Chiu and Elyssa Gan - all participated in the Hong Kong Innohealth Cup 2026 at the HKU Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine against more than 100 schools across Hong Kong. Each team of students pitched their own innovative solutions for real-world medical problems, including an AI-powered app supporting physical exercise for the elderly and a medication tracking app targeting the systemic issue of medication non-adherence.
Although it meant getting up early on a Saturday morning, it was actually well worth it students gained valuable exposure at the event, presenting their ideas to professors and judges from the HKUMed faculty and socialising with the other competitors. Each student developed their interpersonal skills collaborating with teammates to deliver timed presentations and respond to challenging queries from the judges during the Q&A session. Here’s hoping the teams’ spirited attempts qualify them for the semi-final round!
YEAR 10 SoW CLASSES - FE-FOCUSED - CV WRITING
YEAR 10 SoW CLASSES - FE-FOCUSED - CV WRITING
What a great opportunity for our students to get ready for their upcoming Year 11 World of Work! They can work on this during their SoW classes, as well as Advisory time too, so they can have
Over the past month the FE team have been planning FE-focused Science of Wellbeing classes for the Year 10 students. The first class took place yesterday, and we brought 10.1, 10.2, 10.3 & 10.5 together for a lively session about creating CVs.
We hope that the students found it helpful. Please ask your child to share with you what they learnt! Maybe you can even show them your own CV
RC Alum Visit - Class of 2013
RC Alum Visit - Class of 2013
On Tuesday, 24 March, RCHK alum Joshua Ng from the Class of 2013 paid us a visit on his way to Beijing. Josh works for a student accommodation company in Melbourne (Iglu Student Accommodation), and he talked to some students about living in Melbourne and studying at the University of Melbourne.
Iglu helps connect students with accommodation in locations near major universities and colleges in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. "Fully-furnished apartments and fantastic amenities all combine to make Iglu more than just a cool place to live, they make it a home."
If you would like to connect with Josh, please email us - careers@rchk.edu.hk
Go to our FE Calendar of Events to view upcoming university visits!
FURTHER EDUCATION EXPLORATION
FURTHER EDUCATION EXPLORATION
UNIFROG TOOLS
UNIFROG TOOLS
Unifrog is a universal destinations platform that streamlines the process of finding and applying for university courses and further education all over the world. It is a tool for students, teachers and counselors to learn about themselves, explore locations, compare programmes and apply for opportunities.
The Courses tool is similar to MOOC platforms like FutureLearn and Coursera, but:
The courses are created specifically for young people.
Teachers can send courses to you, and can give feedback on your work.
Partner organisations can give you feedback on their work, and can invite students who do well on their sponsored courses to take part in additional opportunities - like work experience.
The courses are all extremely high quality and fun, with all content going through the Unifrog content team.
Navigating the tool - The tile for the Courses tool is in the Exploring section of your Unifrog homepage.
Please ask your advisor or your FE counsellor if you need help with this!
Burning Questions from Students (And FE Answers!)
Burning Questions from Students (And FE Answers!)
Competitions!
Competitions!
Essay prompts and registration details can be found HERE.
Lumiere Scholars Essay Award
Lumiere Scholars Essay Award
The Lumiere Scholars Essay Award invites high school students to examine issues that matter to them, cross disciplinary lines, test assumptions, and defend their arguments with rigorous evidence. Essay entries are reviewed by an Academic Advisory Committee made up of distinguished international professors and researchers.
6 winners (1 Gold, 2 Silvers, 3 Bronzes) will share cash prizes and scholarships.
Free to enter and open worldwide, the award celebrates rising thinkers, sparks dialogue about the ideas shaping our future, and continues Lumiere's mission of empowering the next generation of researchers.
Submission Deadline - April 26, 2026
Shortlist Announcement - May 11, 2026
Result Announcement - May 17, 2026
Structural Engineering Competition for the Youth 2026 – Dual-Arm Tower Challenge
Structural Engineering Competition for the Youth 2026 – Dual-Arm Tower Challenge
The event is organised by the HKIE Structural Division, co-organised by PolyU, and supported by the Education Bureau (EDB). This year’s theme is "Building with Paper is So Easy! Dual-Arm Tower Challenge."
Competition Highlights:
This year’s theme is "Building with Paper is So Easy! Dual-Arm Tower Challenge." Students will design, build, and test a paper tower subjected to gravity loads using only A4 paper and adhesive tape.
Benefits for Students:
Career Exploration: Gain valuable insight into the engineering industry and the career paths of professional engineers.
Practical STEAM Experience: Apply structural principles to a real-world design and fabrication challenge.
Portfolio Building: An excellent addition to students’ career planning and school profiles.
Competition Details:
Target: Y10 & 11 students (Teams of 4; each school may nominate 1 team)
Briefing Session: 20 June 2026 (Sat) | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Competition Day: 4 July 2026 (Sat) | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Application Deadline: 13 June 2026 (Sat) before 5:00 PM
Competition details HERE
Please note that we can only nominate ONE team
Summer Programmes
Summer Programmes
UoT Summer Program at Delia School of Canada
UoT Summer Program at Delia School of Canada
Are you a secondary student wondering what skills you need to be successful in university? Participants will benefit from a series of experiences delivered and facilitated by University of Toronto Mississauga professors and instructors.
Students can choose from the following programmes:
Explorations in Emerging Technologies (GenAI-VR-AR-360-3D-Robotics)
Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Health and Medical Science
Course Times: 9:00 – 14:00 (lunch break 12:00 – 13:00)
Dates: August 3 – 7, 2026
Location: DSC International School, 5 – 7 Tai Fung Avenue, Taikoo Shing, Hong Kong
Course Fee: $6500
Eligibility: DSC and NON-DSC students ages 15 – 18
Registration: Enrollment link and payment details HERE
USC Summer Programs
USC Summer Programs
Apply to take one college-level class (for college credit!) from USC faculty. Choose between over 20 courses in multiple disciplines like business, health, architecture, journalism and much more.
Join USC for an academically rigorous, socially packed four-week summer experience.
Whether you’re interested in breaking down the molecular biology of today’s lunch or developing a character from a short story to put into a college portfolio, USC Summer Programs allow you to take intellectual risks, hone your skills, discover your passions and kick-start your college experience!
Syracuse University
Syracuse University
Choose from over 100 college-level courses offered On Campus, Online or On Location in one of Syracuse's academic centers in New York City or Los Angeles.
As a Summer College student, you will:
Build their resume or portfolio
Enhance their college applications so they stand out to college admissions
Test out a major before committing to their undergrad degree
Make new friends with like-minded students from around the world
Earn a Certificate of Completion and a Syracuse University credit or noncredit transcript
The scholarship deadline is March 1, 2026, and the final application deadline is May 1, 2026. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and courses fill quickly, so please apply soon!
Click here for more information.
PolyU Summer Institute
PolyU Summer Institute
Logistics:
Open to Year 11 and 12 students
Occurs 27 July - 7 August
Deadline to apply: 31 March (non-local students) and 31 May (local students)
What you'll be doing:
Live on campus, meet other students, attend mini-lectures and a range of subjects.
Option 1: Academic Subjects (5 days)
Option 2: Residential Camp (5 days, 4 nights)
Read more HERE
Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more information
HKU Summer Institute
HKU Summer Institute
Logistics
Open to Year 8-13
Different timeblocks depending on program (many variations)
Deadline to apply: 21 March (non-local students) and 31 May (local students)
What you'll be doing
Covers a wide range of academic areas and create a favourable environment for personal and professional development. Secondary school students are invited to experience university life to better prepare themselves for advanced studies. Our programmes in STEM, Business and Economics, Arts & Social Sciences, Professionals, and Summer Camps engage students in experiential learning that's fun and stimulating.
Read more HERE
Speak with your FE Counsellor for support and more info
NUS Summer Camps
NUS Summer Camps
Medicine & Surgery Specialised Workshop (1 Jul – 5 Jul)
Designed under the academic guidance of Doctors, Surgeons, Professors & Industry experts, and supported by professional organisations like, ELSA (Surgical Association for Endo-Laparoscopic Surgeons in the Asia-Pacific), Medtronic (Global leader in Medical Technology) and BioAcumen Global (a renowned Biotechnology company). Curated with unique elements, it will serve as a platform for students to engage and network with the healthcare professionals and gain knowledge in the areas of Medical Ethics, Clinical Diagnosis, Neuroscience, Surgery, AI in Diagnostics, Pharmacology and Human Anatomy.
The program aims to inspire young minds and provide them with strong foundation of medical knowledge and clinical & surgical skills to be a successful healthcare professional.
Students will also have an opportunity for industry interaction during visits to Alexandra Hospital and Medtronic to experience technological advancement in medical field, build surgical skills in hands-on suturing workshop, work on team projects and explore internship opportunities.
Eligibility: Students who are at least 15yrs and are in Year 11-13 at the time of program are eligible to attend the program.
Singapore International Science Camp (7 Jul – 11 Jul)
Designed with a focus on interdisciplinary learning, program has been specially curated for science enthusiasts to provide an understanding of the new technologies and scientific developments through hands-on workshops, research center visits, lectures, demonstrations and scientific discussions. The program topics include DNA Workshop, Data Analytics, 3D Printing, Biomedical Engineering, AI & Machine Learning. Students will also work on Systems Thinking Modelling Techniques, understand Circular Economy and sustainability principles in current context.
Eligibility: Students who are at least 15yrs and are in Year 11-13 at the time of program are eligible to attend the program.
Weekly Summer Workshops
Spend five days working in our studios, learning new techniques and experimenting with materials.
Workshops will include:
Drawing & Painting
Experimental Photography
Graphic Design
Printmaking
Woodworking
OCAD Summer Programmes
OCAD Summer Programmes
Pre-University Summer Intensive
This program is open to domestic and international students ages 16+ who are preparing for post-secondary art and design education.
Students will:
Live and study in downtown Toronto for 3 weeks
Participate in hands-on studio classes and a final exhibition
Learn art and design techniques in specialized studios
Create portfolio-ready pieces
Application deadline: May 4, 2026
UPCOMING IN-PERSON EVENTS in HONG KONG
UPCOMING IN-PERSON EVENTS in HONG KONG
The PolyU Summer Institute 2026
The PolyU Summer Institute 2026
This summer programme is your gateway to explore an immersive university experience at PolyU. You will engage in a series of fun activities led by PolyU student leaders and delve into the vibrant campus life at PolyU.
By being part of the Summer Institute, students will:
Engage in day-long attachment programmes offered by PolyU faculties and schools at their choice
Experience of the residential hall life
Attend mini-lectures on Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AIDA), and Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IE), led by Faculty members
Join a company visit to gain real-world industry insights
Foster cultural exchange with students from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and overseas
Experience PolyU’s interactive teaching and learning through an academic subject
Gain first-hand insight for making informed choices for future studies
Earlybird deadline - 13 March 2026
Eligibility
Year 11 - 12 students
University of Cambridge: Visit @ KGV for ESF students & parents
University of Cambridge: Visit @ KGV for ESF students & parents
King George V School is hosting Prof Matthias Doerrzapf of St John's College, University of Cambridge, on 24 Apr, Fri, 15:30-17:00 for a session on Cambridge education and admission. This session is for ESF students and parents.
Prof Doerrzapf's profile is available here.
Topics to be covered: Cambridge admissions, education and teaching style, the intercollegiate University,
opportunities, career paths etc.
Important notes:
For security and safety concerns, prior registration is required
Students and parents MUST register separately.
Due to space limit, registrations are accepted on a first-come-first-served basis.
No on-site parking will be avilable on 24 Apr for visitors.
Registration closes on 17 Apr 2026, 4pm, or earlier if capacity is reached.
A confirmation will be emailed to successfully registered ESF students & parents, with instructions to enter KGV campus by 23 April 2026.
Date: Fri, 24 Apr
Time: 15:30-17:00
Registration HERE
Australian University Fair @ St. Paul's College
Australian University Fair @ St. Paul's College
Join this event to learn from 17 universities and their admissions practices. There is also a Study Australia session presented by the Education Manager of the Australian Consulate-General in Hong Kong.
Details
Date: Tues 5 May
Time: 18:00 - 20:30
Registration HERE
UPCOMING WEBINAR EVENTS
UPCOMING WEBINAR EVENTS
University of Oxford: Making the most of your personal statement
University of Oxford: Making the most of your personal statement
Writing a strong personal statement is a key part of applying to Oxford. This webinar will help you understand what makes an effective statement, how to reflect on your academic interests, and how to present your experiences in a focused and thoughtful way.
University of Oxford: Q&A for parents
University of Oxford: Q&A for parents
This webinar is designed specifically for parents and guardians who want to better understand the Oxford application process and student experience. We’ll cover key aspects of admissions, course structure, colleges, student support, costs and funding, and what life at Oxford is really like.
Joint University Conference: University of Exeter, Bath, Cardiff, Keele, Lancaster
Joint University Conference: University of Exeter, Bath, Cardiff, Keele, Lancaster
Find out more about applying to, and studying at, university.
Date: Saturday, April 25
Time: 15:00 - 19:00
Registration HERE
Japan: Discover 4 Top Universities
Japan: Discover 4 Top Universities
Waseda University, Sophia University, International Christian University, and Ritsumeikan University will host an online information session to introduce our English-based undergraduate programs on May 16th (JST).
Date: Saturday 16 May
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Registration HERE
To Book an Appointment with your FE Counsellor...
To Book an Appointment with your FE Counsellor...
DP/CP FE MEETINGS
DP/CP FE MEETINGS
Go to 'See your Counsellor' if you are not sure who your Counsellor is.
BOOKING LINKS:
Ms. Cheung https://kukucheung.youcanbook.me
Ms. Rossiter https://aletharossiter.youcanbook.me
Mr. Van https://vaned2.youcanbook.me
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