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At The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), a recently introduced scholarship programme is helping students develop a diverse range of talents and interests outside the classroom.
The Beyond Academic Admissions Scheme Scholarship (BAAS) recognises achievements to date. But its specific purpose is to see first-years realise their potential by getting into different activities, building on existing skills, and playing an active part in the life of the university and the wider community.
Each of this year’s initial group of 20-plus awardees received a one-off subsidy of HK$50,000 to offset tuition fees or support their pursue of non-academic excellence. But, in encouraging recipients to go “beyond academic excellence”, the university will also provide support and advice to help them seize new opportunities, balance the commitments involved, and pursue their dreams.
For one scholarship holder, Jerry Li Ho-ming, those dreams currently centre on turning innovative ideas into reality. He is taking a degree in engineering with an extended major in artificial intelligence (AI), and has long been fascinated by STEM subjects and ways in which technology can change the world.
In particular, he has a passion for robotics and believes that his generation can make its mark by using the power of innovation to solve real-world problems, whether that happens through traditional business channels or via social entrepreneurship.
“At school in Cheung Sha Wan, I really got into STEM and was invited to join a special HKUST programme for secondary students by HKUST’s Center for the Development of the Gifted and Talented,” says Li whose science teacher nominated him for a BAAS scholarship in the scheme’s innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship category. “There were classes on HKUST campus on Saturdays and, during the course, we learned about underwater robots, how to manage data, and how engineers use…
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