To participate in the program, students must return a completed a buddy application form to the University of Hong Kong. All Richmond students are encouraged to participate in this program. The International Liaison Unit offers a free Mandarin Chinese Language course to all exchange students. This course is considered to be extra-curricula activity and carries no credit. It is not part of the University's normal curriculum.
Students receive a certificate of attendance at the completion of the course.
Classes at the University of Hong Kong may be somewhat different from your experience at Richmond. Some courses may involve laboratory work, practicals and fieldwork. Teachers will expect you to participate fully in classes by expressing your opinions on the topics discussed. Students at the University are expected to study independently. Background reading, much of which may not be assigned but is expected that students do independently, is necessary for each course.