CCE organised a training course on Medicine and Life Science for medical university students from mainland China

The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) organised a training course on Medicine and Life Science for medical university students from mainland China during July 29 to Aug 2. Total 51 students joined the training, they are mainly from Southwest Medical University, Fujian Medical University, and Guangdong Medical University.

The five-day training course is rich in content and taught in English by UM professors. The topics include “Precision Medicine and Big Data – Healthcare Revolution and Business Opportunities”, “A stem cell journey: from bench side to bedside”, “Comparison and difference of clinical medicine between Chinese and Western medicine”, and “Introduction to Drugs and Drug Analysis”. The participants experienced high-quality, all-English instruction from UM. The classes were engaging and dynamic, they left with a very positive impression of both Macao and UM.

CCE continues to develop more training programs for university students, promoting exchange and cooperation between mainland universities and UM.

CCE organized a training course on Teacher Education for the second batch of students from Capital Normal University

Following the specialized training program for the first batch of Capital Normal University (CNU) students in mid-July, The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) organized a training course on Talent Development of Teacher Education from July 26 to 30 for the second batch of CNU students. This second batch included 36 undergraduate students from teacher education majors (second-year and third-year students).

This week-long cross-border exchange training program was rich in content, allowing participants to gain a deeper understanding of Macao’s economic and cultural development through various topics, exchanges, and on-campus and off-campus visits. They learned about the classroom atmosphere and international teaching concepts at UM, as well as the differences between Macao’s formal secondary education system and that of mainland China. A series of special lectures were delivered by senior professors from Faculty of Education (FED) and Faculty of Science and Technology (FST). On campus, the participants visited FED, Centre for Science and Engineering Promotion, UM Library, and Cheng Yu Tung College (CYTC). Off-campus visits included Pui Ching Middle School Macau, Base for Education of Love for the Country and Macao for Young People, and Macao Science Center. At the closing ceremony, a student representative shared their reflections, stating that this training allowed them to experience the unique charm of Macao and gain a better understanding of its formal education system. It strengthened their determination to pursue a career in education after graduation and expressed their hope to return to Macao and UM for further studies in the future.

Capital Normal University is a “Double First-Class” university in China and a “Jointly Established University” by the Beijing Municipal Government and the Ministry of Education. It is an important talent training base in Beijing. The University of Macau’s Centre for Continuing Education will continue to develop more training programs for university students, promoting exchange and cooperation between mainland universities and UM.

CCE and BRTC co-organized a training course on Business Communication and Leadership for students from Xiangtan Institute of Technology and Hunan Industry Polytechnic

During July 22 to 26, University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) co-organized with Business Research and Training Centre of Faculty of Business Administration (BRTC), held a training course on Business Communication and Leadership for students from Xiangtan Institute of Technology and Hunan Industry Polytechnic, a total of 55 students joined the training.

The five-day training program included several lectures, taught in English by senior professors and instructors from UM. The topics included “Critical Thinking and Decision Making for Leaders”, “How to cultivate future leaders of the 21st century”, “Business Communication Skills for Leaders,” and “Business Management and Leadership”. In the final part, students were divided into groups to present their learning and understanding for the course. The course received positive feedback from the participants.

Xiangtan Institute of Technology, located in Xiangtan City, Hunan Province, is the first independently transformed ordinary undergraduate institution in Hunan Province approved by the Ministry of Education.

Hunan Industry Polytechnic, established in 1999, is a provincially operated full-time public higher vocational institution located in Changsha, Hunan Province. The school closely aligns with the equipment manufacturing industry and has earned the reputation as the “Huangpu Military Academy of Technical and Skilled Talents in Hunan’s Equipment Manufacturing Industry.”

To strengthen cooperation between UM and universities in mainland, CCE and BRTC are continuing to provide training programs for college students in the future.

CCE collaborated with HKU SPACE to organize a training course on New Quality Productive Forces – AI and Interdisciplinary Study for students of Northwestern Polytechnical University

The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), in collaboration with the University of Hong Kong’s School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE), organized a training course on “New Quality Productive Forces – AI and Interdisciplinary Study” from July 18 to 25 for students of Northwestern Polytechnical University. Several students of Xidian University also joined the training, a total of 42 participants attended.

The 8-day training program consisted of a series of special lectures, with a rich curriculum taught entirely in English. Participants first attended four lectures in HK, delivered by experts. Then they came to UM to attend two more lectures given by instructors of Faculty of Science and Technology (FST). They also visited UM’s State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (SKL-IOTSC). At the closing ceremony, the student representative shared learning experiences, expressing that the training was highly beneficial. The program enriched their personal experiences and broadened their perspectives, and they hoped to have the opportunity to return to the University of Macau for future studies.

Located in the historic city of Xi’an, Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) is the only multidisciplinary and research-oriented in China that is simultaneously developing education and research programs in the fields of aeronautics, astronautics, and marine technology engineering. It is now affiliated to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). In 1960 it was approved as a state key university by the State Council. It ranked among China’s top 15 universities in the state’s 7th and 8th Five-Year plans; and NPU is one of the first 22 universities to have established a graduate school. It was one of the first universities to enter into the 211 Project in 1995 and the 985 Project in 2001.

To strengthen cooperation between mainland key national universities and UM, CCE is continuing to provide high quality training programmes in the future.

CCE organised a training course on Teacher Education for students of Capital Normal University

From July 19 to 23, The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) organised a training course on Talent Development of Teacher Education for students from Capital Normal University. The first batch of 24 undergraduate students are selected from teacher education majors.

The five-day training program was rich and compact, featuring lectures by senior professors from Faculty of Education (FED) and Faculty of Science (FST) and Technology. During the on-campus visits, participants visited FED, Centre for Science and Engineering Promotion, UM Library, and Cheng Yu Tung College (CYTC). During off-campus visits, they were warmly received at Pui Va Middle School and patriotic education base for youth. At the closing ceremony, the student representative shared their learning experiences, expressing that the training was highly beneficial. The program enriched their personal experiences and broadened their perspectives, and they hoped to have the opportunity to return to the University of Macau for future studies.

Capital Normal University is a “Double First-Class” university in China and a “Jointly Established University” by the Beijing Municipal Government and the Ministry of Education. CCE continues to develop more training programs, promoting exchange and cooperation between UM and mainland universities.

CCE organized a training course on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data for students from several mainland higher education institutions

The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) organised a training course on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data for students from several mainland higher education institutions during July 15 to 19. Total 75 students joined the training and divided into 2 classes, they are from Northwestern Polytechnical University, Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications, Changzhou Institute of Technology and Xiangtan Institute of Technology.

The five-day training course is rich in content and taught in English by UM professors and senior instructor. The topics include “Fundamental of Artificial Intelligence: Computer Science & Database Systems”, “Big Data and Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionary Development”, “Fintech & Blockchain”, and “Emerging Big Data and AI Techniques”. They also visited UM’s State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (SKL-IOTSC). We got positive feedback from the students.

CCE continues to offer training programmes and promote collaboration between UM and higher education institutions in mainland.

CCE organised a training course on Cybersecurity, Big Data and Blockchain for students from Xidian University

The University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) organised a training course on Cybersecurity, Big Data and Blockchain for 16 students from Xidian University during July 15 to 19.

The five-day training course is rich in content and taught in English by UM professors and senior instructor. The topics include “Fundamental of Artificial Intelligence: Computer Science & Database Systems”, “Big Data and Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionary Development”, “Fintech & Blockchain”, “Cybersecurity” and “Emerging Big Data and AI Techniques”. They also visited UM’s State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (SKL-IOTSC). We got positive feedback from the students.

Directly under the Ministry of Education, Xidian University (XDU) is a national key university featuring electronic and information science. XDU is characterized by its electronic and information science disciplines.

To strengthen cooperation between mainland key national universities and UM, CCE is continuing to provide training programmes in the future.

CCE collaborated with HKU SPACE to organize an interdisciplinary training programme for the second batch of postgraduate students from Guangzhou University

Following the interdisciplinary training for the first batch of postgraduate students from Guangzhou University in June, the University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), in collaboration with the University of Hong Kong’s School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE), organized the “Interdisciplinary programme – AI, Smart City, STEM and Humanistic Education” from July 15 to 20 for the second batch of postgraduate students from Guangzhou University. A total of 50 participants attended.

The one-week training consisted of a series of special lectures. The students first arrived in Hong Kong, where they attended two workshops on “Artificial Intelligence and Big Data” & “Humanities Education” at University of Hong Kong. Then they joined two workshops on “Introduction to the Internet of Things for Smart City” & “How Macao can catch up – the key to breakthroughs in the development of STEM innovation and technology education” and visited Centre for Science & Engineering Promotion in UM. At the closing ceremony, student representatives expressed that through this training, the students experienced the different teaching styles of universities in Hong Kong and Macao compared to Guangzhou University. Each has its unique characteristics, and they gained a lot from the experience.

This training is collaborated with HKU SPACE, through the cross-city academic exchange between HK and Macao, it helps to develop continuing education cooperation model in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

CCE and BRTC co-organize a training course for students of Zhejiang University of Technology and Huzhou University

During July 9 to 10, University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) held a training course on Leadership and Cross-cultural Communication for 37 students of Zhejiang University of Technology and Huzhou University, co-organized with Business Research and Training Centre of Faculty of Business Administration (BRTC).

The two-day training course included seminars and campus visiting, 2 seminars of “Leadership and Strategic Management” and “Critical Thinking and Decision Making for Leaders”, which are taught by senior professors from FBA. Moreover, students visited Currency Museum and ISCG Gaming Laboratory (Mock Casino) in FBA and joined campus tour guided by PR Student Ambassadors. The participants all expressed that they benefited greatly from this trip. They were left with a deep and favorable impression of both Macao and UM, and they hope to return for further study in the future.

Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT) was established in 1953 and is a comprehensive research-intensive university co-supported by Zhejiang Provincial Government and the Ministry of Education of China. The College of Mechanical Engineering is one of the oldest and largest colleges at Zhejiang University of Technology.

Huzhou University is located in North Zhejiang Province’s Huzhou City, a national historical and cultural city, where President Xi Jinping’s philosophy that “lush mountains and lucid waters are invaluable assets” was originated, and where the idea of Beautiful Countryside started. Its history dated back to the year of 1916 when the Qiantang Dao set up the No. 3 Teachers’ Training School. In March 1999, Huzhou University was founded by consolidating three former colleges and schools: Huzhou Normal Junior College, Huzhou Teacher’s School and Huzhou Teacher’s Training School. In May 2000, former Huzhou Medical School was merged into the newly founded university.

To strengthen cooperation between UM and universities in mainland, CCE and BRTC are continuing to provide training programs for college students in the future.

CCE collaborated with HKU SPACE to organize a training course on cyberspace security and computer science for students from Guangzhou University

From June 17th to 22nd, the University of Macau (UM) Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) offered the “Training course on Cyberspace Security and Computer Science” for students from Guangzhou University. Total 88 students separated into 2 classes.

The one-week training consisted of a series of special lectures. The students first arrived in Hong Kong, where they attended two workshops on “Cyber Security and Implementation” & “Computer Science” at downtown Centre of the University of Hong Kong’s School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE). Then they joined two workshops on “Urban Spatiotemporal Data Analysis Technology” & “Network Multimedia Forensics and Security” in UM. At the closing ceremony, the student representative expressed that through the training, they gained a deeper understanding of HK and Macao. The classes were interesting, the instructors were dedicated, and the content was practical, which greatly benefited their professional studies. They hope to have the opportunity to engage in further exchanges in the future.

This training is collaborated with HKU SPACE, through the cross-city academic exchange between HK and Macau, it helps to develop continuing education cooperation model in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.