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BDSIS at PolyU Counsellors Fly in Programme 2026

The College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS) was thrilled to take part for the first time in the Counsellors Fly-in Programme 2026, organised by the PolyU Global Engagement Office. This exciting event welcomed 25 counsellors from 23 schools across 14 countries and regions – including Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Georgia, Indonesia, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Thailand, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan — to explore the PolyU campus.   During the panel discussion, Prof. Alan P.T. LAU, Associate Dean of CUS, introduced our new Bachelor’s Degree Scheme in Interdisciplinary Studies (BDSIS), facilitating counsellors gain insights to better support students interested in studying at PolyU.   At the mini fair, many counsellors visited the CUS booth to learn more about our BDSIS programme – an elite programme for top-performing students designed to provide interdisciplinary learning, flexible study pathways, and personalised mentorship from PolyU’s distinguished scholars.    

BDSIS Student Gathering with PolyU Central Management Team

The Bachelor’s Degree Scheme in Interdisciplinary Studies (BDSIS) Student Gathering with the Central Management Team of PolyU, organised by the College of Undergraduate Studies (CUS), was successfully held at the Alumni Atrium on the afternoon of 2 February 2026.   It was an honour for the first cohort of nineteen BDSIS students to meet members of the The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - PolyU Central Management Team, including Prof. Jin‑Guang TENG, President of PolyU, Prof. Wing-tak WONG, Deputy President and Provost of PolyU, and Prof. CAO Jiannong, Vice President (Education) of PolyU. Senior representatives from College of Undergraduate Studies, PolyU also attended, including Prof. Daniel T.L. SHEK, Dean of CUS and Chair Professor(APSS), Prof. CHEN Juan, Associate Dean of CUS and Professor(APSS), Prof. Alan P.T. LAU, Associate Dean of CUS and Professor(EEE), and Prof. ZHU Xiaoqin Julie, Assistant Dean of CUS and Assistant Professor(APSS).   During the gathering, BDSIS students shared their learning experiences from the first semester. Many students expressed that the programme’s flexible study pathways provided them with greater independence and stronger self‑discipline. The session offered a valuable opportunity for students to discuss both the challenges and benefits of their studies and to engage directly with the University’s management.   The event concluded with a Chinese New Year celebration, where students and professors created a “福” character collage and enjoyed light refreshments. The BDSIS students look forward to the future gatherings and continued sharing.   The BDSIS programme offers top‑performing students an interdisciplinary learning experience with flexible study options, personalised coaching, and diverse learning opportunities to support their academic and personal growth.