JUPAS (Local)
Our HKDSE Subject Weighting
We adopt the Best 5 formula, which counts the scores of the best 5 subjects in HKDSE, with subject weighting as below.
Mathematics
(Compulsory part)
x1.5
Best of M1/M2/Chemistry/
Economics/Physics
x1.5
CUHK HKDSE Score Conversion for Category A Subjects
| Level | 5** | 5* | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.5 | 7 | 5.5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Our Minimum Requirements (JUPAS code: JS4824)
| Subject | Mathematics (Compulsory) | English Language |
Chinese Language |
Any 2 Electives^ |
Citizenship and Social Development |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | Attained |
^ The 2 electives may include M1 or M2
Interview Schedule
Only the students who choose CUHK ECON (JS4824) in band A would be invited for an interview. Our panel would add bonus marks for those with impressive interview performance.
Admission Timeline and Application Details
Click here for details of the JUPAS admission timeline.
How can the chance of being admitted be increased?
- Put CUHK ECON (JS4824) in Band A, as we will only shortlist Band A applicants for interview.
- The University has introduced a preferential HKDSE score conversion scale for applicants with outstanding HKDSE subject results. Students achieving Level 5, 5* and 5** in the HKDSE subjects will be given bonus points too.
| Level | 5** | 5* | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 8.5 | 7 | 5.5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- We have applied weights to the following HKDSE subjects. You will have a huge advantage if you get high marks in these HKDSE subjects below.
Mathematics (compulsory part) X 1.5
And
Best of M1/M2/Chemistry/Economics/Physics X1.5
- If you are being nominated in the School Principal’s Nominations and you have put CUHK ECON (JS4824) as your Band A choice, you may be granted a chance for an interview and a conditional offer.
- Other than the HKDSE Examination, we would also appreciate contributions to school clubs, and achievements at competitions or activities on and off campus. We will add bonus points to those with awards or activities related to economics and mathematics. Here are some examples:
- S.T. Yau High School Science Award in Subject Category Economic and Financial Modelling
- Mathematical Olympiad
- Other awards/activities in economics or mathematics
You can submit OEA Information via your JUPAS account for our consideration.
