Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Definition and Overview

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was established in 1991 as the third university in Hong Kong. The current president is Ching-wu Chu

It is located on the Clear Water Bay peninsula in Sai Kung and occupies a total area of 600,000 m².
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A huge red sundial is placed at the entrance plaza and has become a distinguishing symbol of the university ever since.

In 2002, a controversial discussion about the amalgamation of UST with the Chinese University of Hong Kong was started by the government.

See also

• Education in Hong Kong
• List of universities in Hong Kong
• List of buildings, sites and areas in Hong Kong

External link

• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (http://www.ust.hk)