Students can also contact the lecturers through the electronic mail for assistance in their studies. This arrangement makes it convenient for candidates to study from home. The subjects offered by the Programme are wide-ranging, and every year, new courses are being included. The Open University Programme offers opportunities for people who are disabled, especially for those who are wheelchair-users, to pursue higher levels of education. As a member of DPA, Mr Hung was also receiving the DPA Singnet Subsidy, which further assisted him in his studies as well as his work.
Disabled people can also request for extra time during the examinations.
He also expressed his gratitude to the Handicaps Welfare Association which subsidised part of his tuition fees for the degree programme. He completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics early this year at the age of 38, and strongly urged other disabled people to follow his example. Mr Hung admitted that it was no easy task to study, work and spend time with your family all at once. One needs much patience and discipline and, at times, he suffered from bouts of depression. However, he received much support from his wife and daughter, who are always very understanding.