This is vitally important if Hong Kong is to develop into a regional centre of higher education, and to keep up with the dynamic and competitive global environment. To this end, an Areas of Excellence programme was launched in 1998, under which tertiary institutions may on their own or jointly submit research proposals for funding support. Quality Education Fund was set up in 1998 to finance worthwhile educational initiatives in schools. The review will cover the academic structure, the curricula and the assessment mechanisms at various stages of education. The whole review is expected to be completed in the middle of this year.
Education offers hope, opportunities and progress.
It is the best possible endowment for our future generations. Let us all work together for this worthwhile cause.