UM Faculty of Health Sciences holds camp for students in Principals’ Recommended Admission Scheme

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) of the University of Macau (UM) held a camp on 8 and 9 February 2025 for nine Form Six students who will be enrolled in FHS undergraduate programmes in the 2025/2026 academic year through the Principal’s Recommended Admission Scheme. The two-day, one-night camp allowed the students to experience UM’s rich academic atmosphere and vibrant campus life in advance, while gaining insight into the latest developments and future learning directions in the field of health sciences.

At the opening ceremony, Zhang Xuanjun, assistant dean of FHS, gave a detailed introduction of the faculty team and research directions of FHS to enhance the participants’ understanding of the faculty and its programmes. He encouraged the students to interact with professors and visit laboratories to acquire relevant knowledge and explore their research interests. He also pointed out that the learning approach at university is different from that at secondary school, and advised the students to adapt their study methods accordingly to improve learning efficiency.

Henry Kwok Hang Fai, head of the Department of Biomedical Sciences, and Zheng Ying, head of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of FHS, had face-to-face discussions with the participants. The two professors introduced their respective research directions, joint training programmes, and opportunities for overseas exchange. They also answered questions from the students. In addition, the participants took part in several experiments related to biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences, gaining knowledge of the underlying scientific theories while honing their experimental skills. Terence Poon Chuen Wai, associate professor in FHS, led the students on a tour of the core facilities at FHS and gave a detailed introduction to the advanced research facilities. He encouraged the students to acquire more scientific knowledge during the camp to prepare them for their academic journey ahead.

The participants also visited Stanley Ho East Asia College, where they experienced the college’s facilities and living environment. They had lunch with UM undergraduate students and discussed campus life and shared learning experiences.

Mak Wai Ian, a student from Escola Choi Nong Chi Tai, will be enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology programme. She said that she chose this programme because of her interest in hands-on experiments, and that the camp gave her a deeper understanding of the programme. She also noted that the Macao government has been vigorously promoting the health industry in recent years, and expressed hope that she can contribute to the field.

Liu Iok Fong, a student from Kao Yip Middle School, will be enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences programme. He said that the camp increased his interest in biomedical sciences, especially oncology. He is well aware of UM’s strong research capabilities in oncology, which has motivated him to pursue further studies at UM.

FHS is committed to sparking Macao students’ interest in health sciences, providing them with opportunities to acquire knowledge and techniques in the field, and broadening their research horizons. The camp gave participants a glimpse of university life and a deeper understanding of their chosen specialisation. Through interaction with professors and current students, the participants received valuable advice and inspiration for their academic and career planning, enabling them to better adapt to university life.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/presss-release/detail/60374/

UM, Xi’an Jiaotong University establish sister college relationship

Henry Fok Pearl Jubilee College (HFPJC) of the University of Macau (UM) and Nanyang College of Xi’an Jiaotong University became sister colleges on 13 January 2025, marking a new milestone in their cooperation.

A delegation from Nanyang College visited UM. During the visit, Stanley Hui Sai Chuen, college master of HFPJC, and Gu Rong, deputy director of Nanyang College, signed a memorandum of understanding on educational cooperation to establish a sister college relationship. The two colleges will jointly explore the reform and development of the residential college system, enhance the quality of talent development in colleges, and deepen cooperation through academic exchanges, cultural activities, practical innovation, and resource sharing.

In addition, faculty and students from HFPJC of UM, Nanyang College of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xiuzhong College of Tsinghua University, Lee Woo Sing College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and Diligentia College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen) participated in a range of exchange activities. They visited the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, green construction projects of resort hotels in Macao, and the Historic Centre of Macao. They also attended the High Table Dinner organised by HFPJC to celebrate its 15th anniversary. These activities provided valuable learning and exchange opportunities for the members of the five colleges.

HFPJC is committed to developing an integrated experiential learning approach that integrates learning, practice and service into college activities to cultivate students’ innovative thinking and develop their seven competencies through experiential learning. Nanyang College focuses on nurturing students’ aspirations and beliefs, sense of social responsibility, global mindset, leadership skills, and noble character. The establishment of the sister college relationship between HFPJC and Nanyang College will further promote in-depth exchanges and cooperation between the two colleges, and foster the development and innovation of the residential college system.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/presss-release/detail/60359/

Mainland-Hong Kong-Macau Legal Education Alliance holds fifth council meeting at UM

The Fifth Council Meeting of the Mainland-Hong Kong-Macau Legal Education Alliance was held at the Faculty of Law (FLL) of the University of Macau (UM) on 6 December 2024. Representatives from 16 member institutions across mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao attended the meeting to discuss the future development of the alliance.

Notable attendees included Wang Jianyuan, deputy director and first-level inspector, and Pan Baoliang, division chief and first-level inspector, of the Legal Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR; Bie Zhi, division chief, and Wu Jun, deputy division chief, of the Research Office of the Hong Kong and Macao Basic Law Committee of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress; and Zhang Jing, first-level inspector of the Office of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs of the Ministry of Education.

The meeting was chaired by Li Juqian, director of the Office of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs and director of the Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan Education Center of China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL). During the meeting, Ma Huaide, president of CUPL, presented the alliance’s 2023-2024 work report. Attendees also had in-depth discussions on the alliance’s work plan for 2025 and voted on the admission of new members. In addition, representatives from Gansu University of Political Science and Law, Zhejiang University, and Southwest University of Political Science and Law delivered speeches on joining the alliance.

Tong Io Cheng, dean of UM FLL, said that the alliance serves as an important platform for legal education cooperation among mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao, and plays a pivotal role in promoting the exchange and development of legal education. FLL will continue to actively support the alliance’s initiatives and contribute to the innovative development of legal education.

Currently, the number of member institutions in the alliance has grown to 23, including: Peking University, Tsinghua University, Renmin University of China, China University of Political Science and Law, Fudan University, Xiamen University, Wuhan University, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Sun Yat-sen University, Jinan University, East China University of Political Science and Law, Shenzhen University, The University of Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Shue Yan University, City University of Hong Kong, University of Macau, Macau University of Science and Technology, Jilin University, Northwest University of Politics and Law, Southwest University of Political Science and Law, Gansu University of Political Science and Law, and Zhejiang University.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60351/

Realização da Quinta Reunião do Conselho da Aliança de Educação Jurídica do Interior da China-Hong Kong-Macau na Universidade de Macau

A Quinta Reunião do Conselho da Aliança de Educação Jurídica do Interior da China-Hong Kong-Macau foi realizada na Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Macau, tendo contado com a presença de representantes de 16 instituições-membros do Interior da China, Hong Kong e Macau para deliberar sobre as estratégias de desenvolvimento futuro da Aliança.

Estiveram presentes na reunião altos responsáveis, incluindo o Senhor Wang Jianyuan, Director-Geral Adjunto e Inspector de Primeira Classe do Departamento Jurídico do Gabinete de Ligação do Governo Popular Central na RAEHK; o Senhor Pan Baoliang, Chefe de Divisão e Inspector de Primeira Classe do mesmo departamento; o Senhor Bie Zhi, Chefe de Divisão, e o Senhor Wu Jun, Chefe-Adjunto do Gabinete de Investigação do Comité da Lei Básica de Hong Kong e Macau do Comité Permanente da Assembleia Popular Nacional; bem como a Senhora Zhang Jing, Inspectora de Primeira Classe do Gabinete para os Assuntos de Hong Kong, Macau e Taiwan do Ministério da Educação.

A reunião foi presidida pelo Professor Li Juqian, Director do Gabinete para os Assuntos de Hong Kong, Macau e Taiwan e Director do Centro de Educação de Hong Kong, Macau e Taiwan da Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito da China.

O Professor Ma Huaide, Reitor da Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito da China, apresentou o relatório de trabalho da Aliança para 2023-2024. Durante a reunião, os representantes participaram em discussões aprofundadas sobre o plano de trabalho da Aliança para 2025 e votaram nas candidaturas de novos membros. Os representantes da Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito de Gansu, da Universidade de Zhejiang e da Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito do Sudoeste proferiram discursos em nome das suas respectivas instituições sobre a adesão à Aliança.

O Professor Tong Io Cheng, Director da Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Macau, destacou o papel fundamental da Aliança como uma plataforma de cooperação no ensino do direito entre o Interior da China e as Regiões Administrativas Especiais, sublinhando as suas contribuições significativas para promover o intercâmbio e o desenvolvimento do ensino do direito nestas regiões. Reiterou ainda o compromisso da Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Macau em participar activamente nas iniciativas da Aliança e contribuir para a promoção do desenvolvimento inovador do ensino do direito.

Actualmente, a Aliança conta com 23 instituições-membros, incluindo: Universidade de Pequim, Universidade de Tsinghua, Universidade do Povo da China, Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito da China, Universidade de Fudan, Universidade de Xiamen, Universidade de Wuhan, Universidade de Economia e Direito de Zhongnan, Universidade Sun Yat-sen, Universidade de Jinan, Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito do Leste da China, Universidade de Shenzhen, Universidade de Hong Kong, Universidade Chinesa de Hong Kong, Universidade Shue Yan de Hong Kong, Universidade da Cidade de Hong Kong, Universidade de Macau, Universidade de Ciência e Tecnologia de Macau, Universidade de Jilin, Universidade do Noroeste de Ciência Política e Direito, Universidade do Sudoeste de Ciência Política e Direito, Universidade de Ciência Política e Direito de Gansu e Universidade de Zhejiang.

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President of South China University of Technology leads delegation to visit UM

A delegation led by Tang Hongwu, president of South China University of Technology (SCUT), visited the University of Macau (UM) today (13 February) and was warmly received by UM Rector Yonghua Song. The two parties held in-depth discussions on deepening cooperation between the two universities.

Song mentioned that SCUT is an important partner of UM. The two universities have explored innovative practices in innovation and technology and talent cultivation , and have jointly established several Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Joint Laboratories. The two universities have also launched a dual bachelor’s degree programme, the first of its kind among universities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. He expressed hope that UM and SCUT will further deepen cooperation in various disciplines, especially science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, with the aim of developing the Greater Bay Area into an international hub for innovation and technology as well as high-calibre talent.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60337/

UM postgraduate programmes now open for applications

The University of Macau (UM)’s doctoral, master’s and postgraduate certificate programmes are now open for applications for the 2025/2026 academic year. Applicants can apply directly through UM’s official website. The application deadline for doctoral programmes is 7 March 2025, while the application deadline for master’s and postgraduate certificate programmes is 14 March 2025.

In line with Macao’s policy objectives of accelerating the development of new quality productive forces and meeting the society’s needs for different kinds of talent, UM has launched several new postgraduate programmes in recent years. These cover fields such as fine arts, public health, business analytics, smart ocean technology, construction project management, and teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). The university also offers various scholarships and schemes for postgraduate students, including the UM PhD Scholarship, UM PhD Teaching Research Assistant, and UM Scholarship for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Programmes, to support the development of high-calibre and well-rounded professionals for the community.

Furthermore, UM actively supports entrepreneurship and knowledge transfer to enhance the social impact of its research. The Hengqin University of Macau Advanced Research Institute (HUMRI), Zhuhai UM Science & Technology Research Institute (ZUMRI), and UMTEC Limited are among the key units that support the university’s industry-academia collaboration initiatives. As UM expands its educational footprint and strengthens its research and innovation efforts, the university is establishing a campus in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which is expected to be operational in August 2028. The campus in the Cooperation Zone will house disciplines that complement and support the main campus, with a focus on nurturing talent in fields such as medicine, microelectronics, creative design, financial technology, and new engineering. Through the interconnectivity and complementarity between Macao and Hengqin, UM actively recruits international high-end talent and faculty in various research fields from around the world to build a high-level platform for research and innovation.

UM is a comprehensive research-oriented public university of international standing with over 15,000 students. Its distinctive features include a multicultural campus, a system of whole-person education underpinned by faculties and residential colleges, and an international education setup. Eighty per cent of the university’s faculty members are from outside Macao, and the primary medium of instruction is English. UM’s global standing has improved significantly in recent years. The university is ranked 180th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, 14th in the THE Young University Rankings, 36th in the THE Asia University Rankings, 1st among universities in the Association of Portuguese Speaking Universities (AULP), and 245th in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings.

UM adopts a research policy that can be summarised as ‘highlighting characteristics, leveraging strengths, creating peaks, and strengthening cooperation’, focusing on supporting academic disciplines that reflect Macao’s characteristics, meet the needs of Macao and the country, and align with international trends. UM has established a ‘3+3+3+3’ strategic research layout, where the four 3s refer to three state key laboratories (State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, State Key Laboratory of Analog and Mixed-Signal VLSI, State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City), three emerging research fields (precision medicine, advanced materials, regional oceanography), three interdisciplinary research fields (artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain sciences), and three research platforms for the humanities and social sciences (Institute of Advanced Studies in Humanities and Social Sciences, Centre for Macau Studies, Asia-Pacific Academy of Economics and Management). The university encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, especially the integration of modern technology in the humanities and social sciences.

In addition, UM houses five key research institutes affiliated with the Ministry of Education, and has established five joint laboratories with the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The university has also obtained approval to set up 12 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Joint Laboratories. Currently, UM operates more than 20 joint laboratories with various businesses, institutions, and universities, further expanding the scope and impact of its research.

UM has established strong strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions worldwide, including those in mainland China, Portuguese-speaking countries, and the English-speaking world. The university has launched joint programmes with world-renowned universities, including Imperial College London, University of Edinburgh, University of Bristol, University of Leeds, Queen’s University Belfast, Temple University, University of Lisbon, Tsinghua University, Fudan University, Zhejiang University, and South China University of Technology.

For more information on applications and programmes, please visit the UM Graduate School webpage at https://grs.um.edu.mo/index.php/prospective-students/. For enquiries, please contact the Graduate School by email at gradschool@um.edu.mo or by phone at +853 8822 4898.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60339/

Delegation from Harbin Engineering University visits UM

A delegation led by Song Yingdong, president of Harbin Engineering University, visited the University of Macau (UM) on 11 February 2025 and was warmly received by UM Rector Yonghua Song. During the visit, the two parties had in-depth discussions on deepening cooperation between the two universities.

Rector Song said that UM focuses on interdisciplinary integration and the cultivation of innovative talent, actively participates in the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and promotes the integrated development of education, technology, and talent, as well as the development of an international hub for high-calibre talent. He expressed hope that the two universities will continue to deepen exchanges and explore cooperation in emerging fields such as smart manufacturing and ocean research.

The delegation also visited the UM Wu Yee Sun Library, the State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City, and Cheng Yu Tung College.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60319/

UM’s ten residential colleges hold series of career planning activities

The ten residential colleges (RC) of the University of Macau (UM) held a series of career planning activities from August 2024 to January 2025, with the aim of helping students better cope with the increasing challenges of employment and academic development. A total of 53 RC students completed the RC Academic Tutorial Programme on Career Planning and received certificates from Mok Kai Meng, vice rector of UM.

Throughout the first semester of the 2024/2025 academic year, the ten RCs jointly held a series of career planning activities to enhance students’ awareness and basic skills in career planning in various aspects. As part of the programme, students visited enterprises in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, where they had close communication with human resources personnel. They also attended talks on career planning, alumni sharing sessions, and booth games about financial planning. In addition, the students had one-on-one meetings with mentors who hold the Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) certification, and discussed personal development challenges and possible solutions in depth. Participating students say that the programme has made them pay more attention to career issues that they rarely considered before, and that they will start to take action for their career planning.

The RCs will continue to organise career planning activities and constantly explore ways to optimise the content and organisation of the activities, so as to help students achieve personal growth and integrate into the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60307/

‘A Day at UM’ campus tour well received by international students

To enhance public understanding of the University of Macau (UM), the university has been offering ‘A Day at UM’ campus tours, which are very popular with visitors from around the world. Participating international students agree that the campus tours have helped them quickly familiarise themselves with the campus environment, and they look forward to their campus life at UM. The campus tours are available to organisations and groups by appointment and are free of charge.

Participants of the ‘A Day at UM’ campus tours come from all over the world. They include parents and their children seeking a glimpse of university life, students eager to learn more about UM, and academic staff visiting the university for exchange. Guided by UM’s PR Student Ambassadors, visitors stroll along the picturesque lake near Lotus Avenue, visit the University Gallery, UM Library and various residential colleges, take photos in front of the iconic ‘Wall of Great Wisdom’, or stop by the turtle pond, which carries the meaning of good fortune. The well-trained PR Student Ambassadors act as docents to introduce the campus facilities and a brief history of UM, and share interesting stories and anecdotes about UM, aiming to enhance visitors’ understanding of the university.

International exchange students also join the campus tours to get a better understanding of the campus facilities. They even make friends with people of different nationalities and academic backgrounds during the tour. Martin from Italy says that the campus tour took him around almost the entire campus, and he is impressed by the beautiful environment and comprehensive facilities at UM, especially the UM Wu Yee Sun Library. Mina, an Argentinian from Sweden, also finds the library fascinating. She was captivated by the library’s magnificent façade when she first arrived at UM, and through the campus tour, she learned about the design concept that blends Chinese and Western cultures, which has deepened her appreciation for the building. Martin appreciates that the library offers a variety of functional rooms and spaces, and he looks forward to enjoying his campus life by studying, reading, and participating in group discussions in the library.

Hugo from Portugal finds the campus tour very helpful. He quickly remembers the main buildings and avenues on campus thanks to the fun quizzes during the tour. More importantly, he has made many friends with exchange students from different countries. He looks forward to studying and travelling with his new friends.

‘A Day at UM’ is a campus tour campaign organised by the Communications Office (CO) of UM. To date, CO has arranged more than 2,300 tours and received over 93,000 visitors from around the world. To enable visitors to learn more about the university, UM offers campus tours for groups of ten or more by appointment. The tours are available Monday through Saturday, with two sessions per day, each lasting about 1.5 hours. The tours are conducted in Cantonese, Mandarin, or English. During the tour, participants can engage in interactive games and receive a souvenir as a memento of their time at UM. In addition, UM Audio Tour is available at major buildings on campus, offering audio guides in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. People from around the world can also explore UM’s campus facilities and environment online through the ‘360° Virtual Tour’ webpage and video tours. For registration and details, please visit the ‘Campus Tour’ webpage: https://www.um.edu.mo/visitors/campus-tour/.

To read the news on UM’s official website, please visit the following link:
https://www.um.edu.mo/news-and-press-releases/press-release/detail/60292/