Tung Wah College (TWC) held a spring media reception today (5 March). Professor Sally Chan, the President, shared the College’s latest progress towards becoming a University of Applied Sciences and announced the employment situation of its 2025 graduates to the media.
University Status within Reach
Targeting Approval this Year
TWC has successfully secured its third Programme Area Accreditation (PAA) accreditation. The application for university status has entered its final stage, with combined Institutional Reviews for both private university and University of Applied Sciences (UAS) status scheduled for April.
Professor Chan said: “Our application for university title is progressing steadily. We expect to complete the final review process this year and submit through the Education Bureau to the Chief Executive-in-Council for granting of university and UAS titles. With the concerted efforts of the entire TWC community, we are also preparing a new 5-year strategic plan to chart a clear blueprint for the university’s future.”
Deepening Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration
Keen to Establish Campus in Northern Metropolis University Town
TWC has expressed its strong intention to the Government to secure a site in the “Northern Metropolis University Town” for a comprehensive new campus to support capacity expansion, quality enhancement, and sustainable development. The College hopes the Government’s forthcoming three sites, together with the earmarked HK$10 billion loan, will be open to all “Alliance of Universities of Applied Sciences” members for application, providing crucial financial support for campus development in the University Town.
Professor Chan added, “TWC has actively deepened research collaborations with industries, education institutions, research organisations and enterprises in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. For instance, our Smart Health Applied Research Centre partners with Guangdong Medical Valley on incubator programmes and applied research to accelerate the translation of research outcomes. We aim to leverage TWC’s extensive experience in nursing and allied healthcare training to establish an integrated model of ‘Teaching, Clinical, and Research’ and interprofessional education in collaboration with the new medical school and new hospital in Northern Metropolis, elevating healthcare education quality while supporting primary care and community services in the district.”
Outstanding Graduate Employment Outcomes
Over Half of TWC Graduates Earning above HK$35,000
TWC conducted the 2025 graduate survey on graduates’ employment situation from October to December last year. A total of 840 graduates responded, at a rate of almost 90%. 86% of graduates joined the medical and health services sector. The graduates’ overall average monthly salary reached HK$33,885 in 2025. The median monthly income is HK$35,667, a slight increase of 2.1% from 2024. About 82% of graduates earned a monthly salary exceeding HK$30,000, with nearly 57% of them earning over HK$35,000. These figures underscore the competitiveness of TWC graduates in the job market and their strong reputation among employers.
Among all degree programmes, graduates of the Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Nursing reported the highest average monthly salary of over HK$36,000, followed by Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy.
Professor Chan remarked, “Even in the face of Hong Kong’s challenging economic situation and growing job market competition, TWC graduates have achieved strong employment results, placing them at the top among local tertiary institutions. This demonstrates the effectiveness of our applied education model, which prepares students with skills and knowledge for the future. Despite economic challenges, our annual student enrollment continues to rise, showing that students and their parents have confidence in TWC’s quality teaching, professional credentials, and promising career opportunities.”
Promoting “Study in Hong Kong” Brand
Further Relaxing Mainland Student Quota
TWC is committed to supporting the HKSAR Government’s “Study in Hong Kong” initiative. In the 2025/26 academic year, the College admitted 294 students from mainland China—a 26% increase compared to last year—and plans to raise the quota for mainland students to 30% for the next academic year. To assist non-local students, TWC is collaborating with industry partners to provide off-campus dormitories located in Tsim Sha Tsui and Wan Chai. Additionally, TWC is broadening its global presence through partnerships along the Belt and Road and within ASEAN regions. The College has signed Memorandums of Understanding with institutions in countries such as Georgia, Turkey, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Japan, among others. These agreements support overseas exchanges, internships, and service-learning opportunities, fostering connections between local and international students and reinforcing Hong Kong’s reputation as an international hub for post-secondary education.