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    The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)

    Bachelor in Scheme in Design (Interaction Design)

    Hong Kong, China3 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, founded in 1972 and located in Hung Hom, Kowloon, is a dynamic institution known for applied research and professional education. With a large and diverse student community and a broad portfolio spanning engineering, design, business, health, hospitality, and social sciences, the university emphasizes industry-relevant skills and innovation. Modern campus facilities, specialized research centres, and city-centre location make it an attractive choice for students who want close ties to Hong Kong's commercial and cultural hubs.

    PolyU places a strong emphasis on global mobility, internships, and work-integrated learning to boost employability. International exchange programmes, multidisciplinary projects, and partnerships with industry give students practical experience across Greater China and overseas. The university also hosts numerous cultural and extracurricular activities to support personal development, leadership, and cross-cultural understanding.

    Accommodation options include student halls in Hung Hom and Ho Man Tin with structured admission policies for degree and research students. Campus services cover catering, sports, performance venues, and career support, helping students balance academic goals with wellbeing and social life. Prospective international applicants should explore programme offerings, application deadlines, and scholarship opportunities through the admissions office to plan a successful move to Hong Kong.

    About the Program

    The Bachelor in Scheme in Design (Interaction Design) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a 3-year program for students who want to create engaging user experiences. It's taught in English and helps students develop skills in design and interaction.

    The curriculum covers subjects like human-centered design, usability, and design systems. Students will work on hands-on projects to develop their skills in creating interactive products and services.

    Graduates can pursue careers as Interaction Designers, UX Designers, or Service Designers in industries like tech, finance, or healthcare. They can work for companies like IBM, Google, or Accenture, or start their own design studios.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    85–95

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    TOEFL iBT
    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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    Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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