At PolyU, we have been promoting sporting culture for 26 years
PolyU provides opportunities to student-athletes who are eligible to represent Hong Kong in regional or international competitions with remarkable achievements in sports to pursue their undergraduate studies.
Since 1998, PolyU has all along been supportive to sports talent who have participated in major international competitions, or are members of Hong Kong SAR Team/Junior Team through Outstanding Sportsmen Recommendation Scheme (OSRS). To take a step further, PolyU recently has also joined the Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA) as a sub-scheme of OSRS.
Outstanding Sportsmen Recommendation Scheme (OSRS)「傑出運動員推薦計劃」
Objectives
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To support sports development in Hong Kong and recognise the distinguished achievements of our young sportsmen
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To provide opportunities for outstanding sportsmen to study at PolyU while continuing their pursuit of excellence in sports
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To enhance the reputation of the University in the local, national and international competition
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To encourage all-round development among PolyU students
Eligibility
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Sportsmen who have participated in major international competitions, or are members of Hong Kong SAR Team/Junior Team
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Meeting University general entrance requirement, and schemes/ programmes specific requirement if any
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JUPAS applicants are required to prioritize their PolyU schemes/ programmes in their Band A choices
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Sportsmen who have satisfied the following criteria will also be considered automatically by SALSA:
- nominated for admission by Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI); or of a recognised National Sports Association (NSA) and has achieved Elite Vote (EV) Point 3 or above according to the EV Level of Elite Athletes
- eligible to represent Hong Kong in competitions that are sanctioned by the respective international federation
- have satisfactory performance in selection interview
Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA)「學生運動員學習支援及入學計劃」
How do our student-athletes feel about our scheme?
“I was admitted to PolyU via the Outstanding Sportsmen Recommendation Scheme in 2021 as a student-athlete. PolyU offers me with various chances to develop and explore myself. Comparing with curriculum of secondary schools, the University provides me much more subject options to choose. I study different electives to enrich my learning experiences and am given flexibility to manage my own schedule. Through active participation in sports training, competitions and study tours, I am glad to have the opportunities to expand my international exposure, and most importantly, understand more about myself. I found myself more engaged than ever in academia and discovered my interest and potentials in areas that I have never thought of.”
TSOI Kin San Sam
Year 3, BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics
Rugby player
Achievement: Current HKSAR Men’s 15-man Team member, Participated in 2017, 2018 and 2019 World Rugby U20 Trophy
There are many difficulties for student-athletes to balance between academics and sports. I am glad that PolyU offers me an opportunity to focus on both academics and sports development via the Outstanding Sportsmen Recommendation Scheme. This scheme not only gives me encouragement in academics but also gives me support in pursuing my sports development. I hope I can achieve more in both aspects in the future.
Wong Hei Tung
Year 2, BSc (Hons) in Hotel and Tourism Management (Event and Experience Management)
Soccer Player
I am happy to be able to transfer from the University of Hong Kong to my desired Physiotherapy programme at PolyU with full entry scholarship. I believe that physiotherapy is of great importance to athletes, and I really hope to be a part of and stay connected to the sports industry in the future.
LAU Fong Ying
Year 4, BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy
Division one basketball player
It is my honor to be admitted to Polyu via the Outstanding Sportsmen Recommendation Scheme, it provides recognition and validation for my achievements and hard work in sports, it motivates me to continue excelling in my athletic and academic pursuit. The support by PolyU encourage me to strive for excellence and participate in this year’s Asian Game and FISU World University Games.
Cheung Ngai Yiu
Year 2, BBA (Hons) in Management
Volleyball Player
