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The HKUST School of Science Office of Academic Advising and Support (OAAS) aims to provide academic

Useful link for 4-year science students:

http://advise.science.ust.hk

23/10/2026

🥮𝗪𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗜𝗬 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 & 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴🥮

Looking for something fun, relaxed, and a little bit different? Join us for a hands-on afternoon at Hang Heung Flagship Store in Yuen Long!

🔸 Discover the history & heritage of traditional Chinese pastries
🔸 Get hands-on in a guided Wife Cake DIY workshop
🔸 Meet fellow students & practise social interaction in a friendly setting

Whether you want to expand your social circle, build confidence in social situations, or simply try something new — you’re warmly welcome! 💛

📅 Date: 13 November 2026 (Friday)
⏰ Time: 3:30 – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Hang Heung Flagship Store, Yuen Long
🗣️ Language: Cantonese
💰 Deposit: HK$100 (refundable after completion), first come first served!
®️Registration: https://sdb.science.ust.hk/mySCI/Program/showcase/9432 (Deadline: 25 Oct 2026)

09/10/2026

🌿𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝟭𝟬𝟭𝟬𝗕 𝗘𝗻𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻!🏞️

Want to apply your science knowledge in the real world? Join our 2-unit credit-bearing winter course and conduct hands-on field research in beautiful Guilin! 🔬

Co-organized by HKUST Connect and the School of Science, this field trip explores how manufacturing activities impact the ecosystem — you’ll monitor biodiversity, assess environmental health, and help identify pollution sources. 🌱

📅 SCIE1010B Schedule:
• Orientation Meeting — 23 Nov 2026 (Mon), 6:30–8:30pm
• Pre-trip Lab Training — 4 Jan 2027 (Mon), 10am–3pm
• Field Trip — 6–9 Jan 2027 (4D3N)
• Post-trip Meeting 1 — 18 Jan 2027 (Mon), 2:30–4:30pm
• Post-trip Meeting 2 — 25 Jan 2027 (Mon), 2:30–4:30pm
• Presentation — 17 Feb 2027 (Wed), 6:30–8:30pm

⚠️ Full attendance is required for all training sessions, the field trip, and meetings.

📍 Guilin, China
💰 Program Fee: HK$1,400 (Actual cost is $2,800 , around 60% subsidized!)
🎓 2 academic units | Pass or Fail

🗓️ Apply link: https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bgzKr1as5Wq5hki (Deadline: 21 Oct 2026 (Wed) 23:59)
📋 Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on 26 Oct 2026 (Mon) afternoon
📧 Enquiry: [email protected]

Don’t miss this chance to gain practical field experience! 🚀

08/10/2026

Skincare & Grooming Workshop✨

Preparing for internships, interviews, and your future career? Join our workshop and learn how to present yourself with confidence and professionalism in academic and workplace settings.

💄✨🤩💅🏻🪞

03/09/2026

Alumni Mentoring Program 2026-27 is now open for application

22/07/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱, 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗹 - 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿. 🧘‍♀️🌱

We had an amazing time this Monday with our science students during the summer break. We explored the beautiful wellness resort at Serensia Woods in Zhuhai and learned that wellness is just as important as academics.

From expressive hula dance to the healing vibrations of sound bowls, it was a day full of mindfulness, laughter, and good vibes. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for this wellness journey across the border—you made the long day totally worth it!

20/04/2026

🔬 Interview Tactics for Science Students
Stand Out with Skills That Highlight Your Scientific Strengths

Preparing for interviews in science‑related fields requires a unique approach—one that showcases your technical expertise, research mindset, and analytical thinking. Join Bob Xie for a focused and practical workshop designed specifically for science students aiming to impress recruiters and hiring managers.

In this session, you will learn:
✨ How to communicate your scientific projects and lab experience clearly
🧪 Techniques to translate technical knowledge into employer‑friendly messages
🎯 Strategies for behavioral and technical interview questions
🔍 Tips on presenting your problem‑solving process with confidence
📈 Ways to demonstrate potential beyond academic results

Whether you’re applying for research roles, internships, or full‑time positions, this workshop equips you with the tactics to shine in every interview.

📅 Date: 4 May 2026 (Mon)
⏰ Time: 14:30 – 16:00
📍 Venue: SCI/HOME 1401 (opposite to LT‑B)
🎤 Speaker: Bob Xie (Founder & Principal Consultant, Bozan Group LinkedIn)

Boost your interview readiness—and step into your future career with confidence.

15/04/2026

SSCI International UG Exchange Program (Spring 2027) Call for Application!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in new cultures, forge lifelong friendship, and gain invaluable experiences that will shape your future!

Apply now and take these steps below by 30 Apr (Thu)
✅ Apply via My Study Abroad System;
✅ Update “My Profile” at MySCI

Need help or guidance? Consultation services are available and can be registered through mySCI. Check your email or visit mySCI now for more details and application guides!

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10/04/2026

Let’s celebrate HKUST’s 35th anniversary with “35 for Life: Every Drop Counts, Every Life Matters” - a year-long campaign featuring 35 blood drives throughout 2026. Across the 8 blood drives held in March, we achieved 455 registered donors and collected an impressive 403 units of blood. The momentum is building, and your participation is vital to keeping it going.

Exciting news! We’re hosting blood drive at the SCI/HOME for the first time. Seize this convenient and unique opportunity to donate blood in a familiar space where you typically study.

Three blood drives will be held in April 2026.
• The first takes place on 15 April (Wednesday) from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at SCI/HOME (Room 1401, Lifts 25–26).
• The second will be held on 22 April (Wednesday) from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm at the Karen Lee Student Mentoring Center, located on the G/F of the Lee Shau Kee Business Building.
• The third is scheduled for 23 April (Thursday), also from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm, at the Engineering Commons (Room 2580, Lifts 27–28).

02/04/2026

𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀💃🧋🪩✨

A huge thank you to everyone who visited, explored, and celebrated with us over the past two days. Your energy, curiosity, and dance moves made this event truly special.

To our incredible booth representatives—thanks for sharing your cultures, traditions, and creativity with our community. You brought the world to SCI/HOME, and we are so grateful for your contributions. 👏🧋

And a big shoutout to the Particles Band for closing out Day 2 with an amazing mini concert! 🎤🎹🎸

Until next time—keep celebrating global culture! 💫

25/03/2026

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 - 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 🕺🌏

We kicked off the International Cultural Fair in true Cantopop Disco style yesterday, and WOW—you showed up! The Boba Dance Station was packed with incredible dancers, and it was amazing to see so many students exploring the country & region booths, connecting with representatives, and celebrating global culture together.

From Chinese Sugar Painting to the Indo Blindfold Eating Challenge, Swedish Fika IKEA-style DIY Keychain to the Filipino Jollibee party—the energy was unmatched. And yes, we saw some serious (and seriously fun) moves for that free boba. 🧋🎶

But guess what? We’re just getting started.
Day 2 is TODAY — and we’re going out with a bang! 🎶

Catch the Particles Band Mini Concert from 2–2:30pm today—you don’t want to miss it! 🎤🎹🎸

📅 25 March 2026 | TODAY 11am–3pm
📍 SCI/HOME | Opposite LT-B
🎁 Free boba 1-2pm | Just show us a dance move
🎤 Particles Band Mini Concert | 2-2:30pm
🗺️ 3 stamps = Exclusive HK Miniature Souvenir

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