Welcome to PolyU!
Mandatory Orientation for SEN students
You are invited to join an Orientation Session for SEN students. The session will provide you with information about SEN services available at PolyU, an opportunity to meet the Special Educational Needs (SEN) Caring Team and fellow students.
Details are as follows:
Session 1
Date: 2 September 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 12.30 – 13.30
Venue: S212, Communal Building
OR
Session 2
Date: 10 September 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 12.30 – 13.30
Venue: R501
Note: It is mandatory to join either one session.
Remarks:
Complimentary light lunch for participants.
To confirm your attendance, please click the application form here.
Personalised Support
- SEN Caring Team to coordinate support
- Peer Tutor support (mainly for undergraduate students)* (Please stay tuned for further updates)
- Peer English language partner and “Limitless” Buddy Programme (Please click here for more information and registration)
- Expert support and professional services* in various areas
Resources for Personal Development
- Counselling service (Please book via the POSS Website if necessary)
- Career advising
- Workshops
Workshop 1: Executive functioning skills
Date: 10 September 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 3.30 pm - 5.30 pm
Venue: DE304
Content:
- To understand what executive functioning (EF) is
- To understand how EF affects daily lives and academic study
- To learn how to independently create and follow a daily schedule or task list
- To learn how to prioritise tasks and break them down into smaller steps
- To learn how to plan ahead and meet goals
- To learn how to improve self-control and stay focused despite distractions
Workshop 2: Exam & study skills
Date: 18 September 2026 (Friday)
Time: 2.30 pm - 4.30 pm
Venue: BC404
Content:
- To learn how memory is retained and recalled
- To learn how to prepare and arrange exam & study time as well as goal setting
- To learn how to study smarter and stay away from distractions
- To learn the tips on preparing exams
Workshop 3: Time management
Date: 29 September 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 2.30 pm - 4.30 pm
Venue: DE309
Content:
- To develop your time management skills
- To understand the major cause of procrastination
- To learn how to kickstart working when you procrastinate
- To learn to employ effective strategies to improve prioritisation and self-control
These training workshops would be conducted in English (may be changed to Cantonese subject to the agreement of participants).
If you are interested in joining these training workshops, please complete this e-form on or before 4 September 2026 (Friday). A confirmation email will be sent to successful participants in due course. Participants will receive a souvenir upon completion of each training workshop. Should you require any special support for the training workshop, please indicate in the e-form by the aforementioned deadline.
Accessible Facilities
- Library (24-hour Study Centre on 1/F North Wing): Computer workstation for students with all types of SEN.
- Library (Room L401a): A special equipment room equipped with computers and assistive aids for students with all types of SEN. (You would receive our email when the access is ready for you.)
- Communal Building (Room S212)*: Computer workstation for students with all types of SEN during examination period. (Please contact us if you need to use the room.)
- Room R405: A room mainly for students with physical impairment, with facilities e.g. adjustable beds, height adjustable tables, electric patient lifter, and computer workstations. (Please contact us if you need to use the room.)
Can’t wait to know more about these facilities? Read our Virtual Guide now.
Assistive Devices and Technologies
There are many assistive devices and technologies available for students with SEN. Click here for details.
Scholarships and Funding
Eligible students can apply for different scholarships and funding e.g. additional academic expenses grant for students with SEN. For more details, please click here and watch out for our email.
*Subject to individual situation and availability
Caring Hub (also known as Diversity Resource Centre)
It is an inclusion hub for students, with various resources dedicated to enhancing understanding and acceptance. All students are welcome! For details, please click here.
“Limitless” - Inclusion Awareness Campaign
The campaign consists of a series of activities to foster better understanding about the challenges faced by persons with disabilities as well as students with SEN, to raise disability and diversity awareness on campus. (Please stay tuned for further updates)
Inclusion Activities
A variety of activities will be organised for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to meet new friends. (Please stay tuned for further updates)
Tel: 2766 6800
Email: sen.support@polyu.edu.hk
SAO counter location: QT308, Chow Yei Ching Building (Entrance at Core T)
Office Hour: Monday to Friday (except Saturday & public holidays)
9.00 am – 12.45 pm; 2.00 pm – 6.00 pm
