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"HKU Shanghai 2026 × Future Forum" is a forward-looking journey of personal growth designed to help students find their path in an era of rapid AI transformation. The program offers students an exclusive opportunity to engage closely with key figures, cutting-edge ideas, and innovative environments that are shaping the future world.
At the outset of the program, students will attend high-level sessions led by HKU Shanghai's professors and entrepreneurial talent to gain insights into macro trends and real-world business challenges in the AI era. Subsequently, they will participate in case studies with scientists from the Future Forum, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical innovation through face-to-face exchanges.
Guided by HKU professors and industry instructors, students will engage in experiential learning. Through hands-on workshops, rapid prototyping, and a mini-expo, they will apply learned concepts to real-world problems, test their ideas, and experience the satisfaction of building solutions in authentic innovation settings.
A series of high-quality, exclusive activities will immerse students in Shanghai’s innovation ecosystem. They will visit the COMAC C919 project—China’s first independently developed large passenger aircraft—to understand how advanced engineering, national-level R&D, and global aviation aspirations converge in this major technological achievement. During their studies at HKU Shanghai, students will reside at the HKU Zhangjiang base engaging closely with HKU professors and current students while participating in tailored academic and career development dialogues. This immersive environment will allow them to experience firsthand HKU’s learning atmosphere, and the unique advantages of Shanghai as a global innovation hub.
The program features a special face-to-face exchange session between young people from Hong Kong and Shanghai and young scientists to discuss cutting-edge technology and career paths. Additionally, participants will visit laboratories to observe cutting-edge research projects up close, gaining firsthand insight into the research capabilities and innovative atmosphere of top-tier universities, and building a cross-regional, cross-disciplinary platform for youth scientific exchange.
Through this 8-day immersive experience, students will be able to:
Key Highlights:
Day 1 (July 9) – Arrival & Icebreaker
Students arrive in Shanghai, check into dormitories at the HKU Zhangjiang base, tour the CDS, and enjoy dinner with HKU student leaders followed by an icebreaker team-building activity.
Day 2 (July 10) – AI Readiness & Exploring the Media Platform Industry
Attend keynote speeches to learn strategies for preparing for the digital age; explore the logic behind Bilibili’s success through guided visits led by industry experts.
Day 3 (July 11) – University Visits & Opening Ceremony of the Future Science Prize 10th Anniversary Exhibition
Visit laboratories and attend the opening ceremony of the Future Science Prize 10th Anniversary Exhibition, and engage in exclusive discussions and exchanges with young scientists on AI and the future
Day 4 (July 12) – Hackathon Kickoff & Problem Identification
Form teams to participate in workshops, learn how to identify real-world problems, and begin brainstorming preliminary solutions to sustainability challenges.
Day 5 (July 13) – Branding, Marketing & Pitch Training
Learn about branding, business models, and storytelling techniques, and prepare a 3–5-minute final pitch under the guidance of mentors.
Day 6 (July 14) – Final Presentation & Judging
Present your team’s final pitch to a panel of judges comprising HKU professors and entrepreneurs, followed by a project debrief. Each student will receive a certificate upon completion of the camp.
Day 7 (July 15) – C919 Visit & Shanghai Cultural Experience
Visit the COMAC C919 project, stroll along the Bund, taste Shanghai’s local cuisine
Day 8 (July 16) – Return
Depart Shanghai and return to Hong Kong
Keynote Speaker for Future Forum
Cathy WU, Initiator and Secretary General, Future Forum
About the Future Forum
The Future Forum is one of China’s most prestigious non-governmental scientific public welfare organizations, jointly founded in 2015 by a group of scientists and entrepreneurs who champion science and are passionate about public service. Since its inception, the Future Forum has upheld the grand mission of “promoting the spirit of science and contributing to national revitalization through scientific and technological innovation.” It has comprehensively advanced the development of science communication and the integration of industry, academia, research, and capital, striving to serve as a “communicator” of science to the public, a “bridge” between the scientific community and industry, and a “catalyst” for scientific breakthroughs through private capital. To date, it has brought together hundreds of globally distinguished scientists, top-tier investors, and outstanding industry leaders. In 2016, the Future Forum established the Future Science Prize to recognize scientists who have conducted original research with international impact, primarily in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan.
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Applying to HKUSI
Applications for the HKU Summer Institute 2026 Summer Programmes will be available on a rolling basis in Late-November, 2025. All applications must be completed via the HKU Summer Institute Online Application System. Undergraduate/Postgraduate and Secondary School Programmes will be conducted in face-to-face or online mode. Applicants are reminded to carefully review on the requirements of the respective programme webpage before applying.
Application Deadline
June 30, 2026
Personal Identification
Education and Qualification
Additional Supporting Documents
Additional documents as required by individual programme(s) e.g. recommendation letter from school principal, personal statement, short essay, additional form.
*Fees are non-refundable after your acceptance of the offer.
*Payments must be settled online via credit card or ePayment.
Payment Methods - Online credit card payment (Application fee/Programme fee)
Once your application is successful, the online credit card payment will be made available to process payment for your application fee, accommodation fee, and programme fee (if applicable) by the deadline.
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*Offers will be issued on a rolling basis, for details, please refer to the respective programme webpage. The successful application will be notified and asked to confirm acceptance by settling the programme fee within 3-5 calendar days. We will confirm your place only after you have paid in full.
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* Once submitted, amendments to the application are NOT allowed. Please contact us if you want to change your personal particulars after submission. Applicants are strongly advised to check their details carefully before submitting the application. We recommend that you keep records of your submission.
*Please quote programme code (if applicable), your application number, and your full name in all future correspondence with the HKU Summer Institute. Enquiries without sufficient information will not be entertained.
*Student Handbook will be sent to all Summer Visiting Students in due course. Please check your email regularly for updates and read it to get ready for your study journey!
