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School of Communication Studies Hong Kong Baptist University Exchange Program. Hong Kong. Hong Kong. The media and entertainment hub in Asia Access to mainland China – the largest market in the world
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School of Communication Studies Hong Kong Baptist University Exchange Program
Hong Kong • The media and entertainment hub in Asia • Access to mainland China – the largest market in the world • One of the highest penetration in broadband, the largest number of dailies, the busiest international airport • Asian headquarters for many US multinational companies • Bilingual – Both Chinese and English are official languages • Highly efficient public transportation • Population of 7 million
SCS HKBU Exchange Program Hong Kong Baptist University: Largest communication program in Hong Kong Five specializations: • Cinema and Television • Digital Graphic Communication • Journalism • Organizational Communication • Public Relations and Advertising
Why participate in exchange program? • Get international exposure and learn how media and communication work in another culture • Add credentials toyour resume • Lower cost than study abroad programs • No delay in your graduation with proper advising • Get courses relevant to your degree in another country
Terms • One semester or two semesters • GPA Requirement: 3.0 or above • Pay same tuition to BGSU • Credits transferable to BGSU • Administration fee (including visa application): $206 (US dollars) • Pay only airfare to HK ($800-1500), residential hall ($840/semester) and meal (~US$350 month)
HKBU Exchange Student Welcome Party • Thursday, February 5, 1-2:15 p.m. in West Hall 121 • Two HKBU students from mainland China will talk about their experience as international students at HKBU • Refreshments and desserts will be served
What to do if interested • 1. Attend the HKBU Student Welcome Party • 2. Talk to the program’s department liaison • 3. Read information about Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, its School of Communication and its booklet for International Students. • 4. Apply with an application form AND a one-page statement of Interest by March 1.
Department Liaisons (spring 2009) • School and Department of Telecommunication Liaison: Dr. Louisa Ha (louisah@bgsu.edu, 3729103) • Department of Journalism: Dr. Nancy Brendlinger (nbrendl@bgsu.edu, 3728176) • Department of Interpersonal Communication: Dr. Canchu Lin (clin@bgsu.edu, 3723512) • http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/scs/page55187.html
Need Financial Aid? • Apply to the Study Abroad scholarships offered by the International Programs ($300-1450) • Apply to your department’s scholarships (deadline is approaching) • Apply to other scholarships available on campus or in industry associations