Bruce SO
JCSPHPC offered the perfect opportunity to explore my passions for medicine, health, and policy…As an aspiring public health practitioner, I envision contributing to the healthcare system as part of an increasingly diverse and interdisciplinary workforce.
Jiazhou WANG
The program’s practical focus, blending academic rigor with real-world application, stands out. Opportunities for collaboration and mentorship have been invaluable, shaping my understanding of public health and inspiring me to make a difference.
Ka-yi FUNG
JCSPHPC’s program not only aligns perfectly with my career goals but also offers an interdisciplinary approach that integrates theory with practical applications in a healthcare setting.
Siyu CHEN
JCSPHPC facilitates global engagement…I am particularly grateful to have received the PhD International Mobility for Partnerships and Collaborations Award for 2024-25, which allows me to conduct a research exchange at Yale University.
Sze-nok NG
JCSPHPC is one of the pioneering institutions in Hong Kong that provides research expertise with the integration of public health, primary care, and family medicine…Studying at JCSPHPC allows me to get support and learn from both world-renowned academics and aspiring healthcare professionals in diverse disciplines.
JCSPHPC Strengths
As a core member of a top Asian medical school, the CUHK Faculty of Medicine, JCSPHPC is the first and only institution in Asia to have both Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Master of Public Health programmes fully accredited by the APHEA, a leading global accreditation body for public health schools and programmes.
We are also the first and only institution in Hong Kong that integrates public health, primary care and family medicine teaching and research. Our Bachelor of Science in Public Health programme is the only undergraduate programme of its kind in the city.
Hands-on Experience
Programmes provided by JCSPHPC place a strong emphasis on connecting theory with practice to enhance analytical and research skills. Undergraduate students are requested to complete 100 hours of fieldwork and a research project based on their chosen field of interest under the guidance of a supervisor. Postgraduate students in taught or research programmes are trained in an interdisciplinary environment enriched by practicum.
Outgoing Experience
More than 280 exchange programmes are provided for CUHK students in scopes varying from department and faculty, to college and university-wide. These programmes are administered by the Office of Academic Links and students interested in gaining overseas learning experience can click here to learn more.
Scholarship and Awards
JCSPHPC students are eligible to apply for a variety of scholarships and awards presented by the School, Faculty, and the University, including but not limited to the Hong Kong Housing Society Award, the Pearl Island Lions Club Public Health Scholarship, the To Teuk Ki Public Health Research Project Outstanding Award, and the Viatris Public Health and Primary Care Admission Scholarship. More details are available here.
Research graduate students can apply for a range of scholarships, fellowships and visitorship programmes that promote international research collaboration. More details are available here.
Moments
Orientation Evening
Graduation Photo Day
Mentorship Programme
