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*Application Channels/Programme Information*
Q	If I would like to apply for admission on the strength of my HKALE results, how should I apply for admission?
Q	Can I apply through JUPAS as well as to HKBU directly?
Q	Should I apply to HKBU through JUPAS if I am currently enrolled in a full-time government-funded programme at another tertiary institution and wish to make the application on the strength on my HKALE results?
Q	Where can I obtain more information on HKBU study programmes?

*Admission Criteria/Quota*
Q	What is the assessment weighting for HKALE and HKCEE subjects when admission is considered?
Q	What subject(s) carries more weight when admission is considered?
Q	Will I be admitted if I obtained excellent HKALE results but failed in AS Level Use of English?
Q	Is there any pre-set quota for JUPAS, JUPAS sub-systems/schemes and Non-JUPAS?

*Results obtained in Combined Sittings*
Q	Does the University consider HKCEE/HKALE results obtained in different sittings?
Q	Will I, being a Form 5 / Form 7 repeater, be 'disadvantaged' when applying for admission?

*HKCEE/HKALE English Language Equivalent Subjects*
Q	What is the passing grade for the new (2007 onwards) HKCEE English Language subject?
Q	What is the equivalent grade for Grade C in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus A)?
Q	Can the subject 'Use of English' be replaced by other examinations such as GCE, GCSE, IGCSE and TOEFL?
Q	Can I substitute the HKCEE English Language requirement with other English Language qualifications e.g IELTS, TOFEL or GCE English results?

*Chinese Language Requirement*
Q	What is the passing grade for the new (2007 onwards) HKCEE Chinese Language subject?
Q	Am I eligible to apply for admission to the University if I do not have a Chinese Language qualification at HKCEE level?
Q	Am I eligible for admission to the University if I have never attempted HKALE Chinese Language and Culture subject?

*Interview/Test Arrangements*
Q	Do all HKBU programmes require interviews/tests?
Q	Is it necessary to place those programmes that require interview in my Band A choices?
Q	When will the admission interviews/tests be held?
Q	How would I be notified if I am selected for interviews?
Q	What can I do if I cannot attend the interview arranged by the University?
Q	Will I be invited for interview if I have been nominated under the JUPAS Sub-system for School Principal's Nominations?
Q	Will I be invited for interview if I have submitted a Self Recommendation under the JUPAS Self Recommendation Scheme?

*Admission Offer/HKALE Appeal Cases*
Q	I was given an offer in the Main Round by another tertiary institution. Will HKBU consider me in the subsequent round(s) of offer if I decline that offer?
Q	What should I do if I do not receive an offer in the JUPAS Main Round?
Q	Should I accept the Main Round Offer while I am appeal against my HKALE results?

*JUPAS Sub-system for School Principal's Nominations/Self Recommendation Scheme*
Q	What is the JUPAS Sub-system for School Principal's Nominations?
Q	Will I be invited for interview if I have been nominated under the JUPAS Sub-system for School Principal's Nominations?
Q	When will the outcome of the School Principal's Nominations be known?
Q	What is the Self Recommendation Scheme?
Q	What are the requirements if I wish to submit a Self Recommendation to HKBU programmes?
Q	Will I be invited for interview if I have submitted a Self Recommendation under the JUPAS Self Recommendation Scheme?
Q	When will the outcome of my Self Recommendation be known?


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