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Yew Chung Community College (YCCC) was set up by Yew Chung Education Foundation (YCEF) in 2008 in response to local and international needs. YCEF has considerable experience of offering bilingual, international education at early childhood, primary and secondary levels in Hong Kong, Mainland China and the U.S.A. YCCC is renowned for its multicultural, dynamic and caring learning environment where teaching staff are dedicated to the whole-person development of students.

YCCC offers a one-year Diploma in University Foundation Studies (DUFS)Programme and a two-year Associate Degree (AD) and Higher Diploma (HD) Programmes. YCCC's programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ).

History
Since its establishment in September 2008, YCCC has admitted students from Hong Kong, mainland China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, Australia, Africa, South America and many more. The college has articulation and transfer agreements that enable our graduates to enter both renowned universities around the world.

Vision
A better world achieved through developing individual human potential, knowledge of the world, ethical values and international understanding to the full.

Mission

 * To provide post-secondary and higher education programmes which respond to international needs for well-educated, multilingual societies imbued with cross-cultural understanding.
 * To offer programmes which enable students to become knowledgeable, thoughtful, inquiring, communicative, practical, creative, self-disciplined, ethical, responsible and caring individuals, with the wisdom, skills and personal characteristics to live a good life and make a positive contribution to society and the world in which they live.

Our Uniqueness

 * Successful Pathways to Universities
 * 100% English as Medium of Instruction
 * Quality Academic Staff
 * Multicultural Learning Environment
 * Low Staff to Student Ratio
 * Overseas Investigative Study Trip

Introduction of Programmes
The Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic & Vocational Qualifications has accredited and has validated YCCC's one-year Diploma in University Foundation Studies (DUFS)Programme, two-year Associate Degree (AD) and two-year Higher Diploma (HD) Programmes. The DUFS programme is set at Level 3 of the Hong Kong Government's Qualification Framework, while the AD and HD Programmes are set at Level 4.

One-year Diploma in University Foundation Studies (Full-Time)
The programme aims at strengthening students’ language ability, general knowledge and critical thinking so as to prepare them for further study in an Associate Degree, Higher Diploma or a Bachelor’s Degree. It focuses on general education, Chinese and English Languages.

Concentration: International Business
The programme is the first of its kind in Hong Kong that educates students from different countries the fundamentals of best business practice from a global perspective. With the multicultural environment, students work in teams to learn and solve business cases together. Periodical seminars and field visits are organised with guest speakers in top-tier corporations to inspire students on current business practice and problem-solving techniques.

Concentration: Global Media & Communication
The programme shows an understanding of the fundamentals of digital media and writing for journalism, advertising and public relations. It demonstrates an ability to interview sources, write stories and understand the structure of a newsroom and the responsibilities of newsroom personnel in both international and local contexts.

Concentration: Social Sciences
The programme is an academic discipline, and, in its broadest sense, is the study of society and the manner in which people behave and influence the world around us. The Social Sciences tell us about the world beyond our immediate experience. The knowledge from this field of inquiry can help explain how our own society works - from the causes of unemployment or what makes people happy. It provides vital information for governments and policymakers, local authorities, non-governmental organization, and others. Course helps students further their education in this discipline at the university level.

Two-year Associate Degree in Visual Communication Design & Sustainability (Full-Time)
The programme familiarizes students with a professional standard of visual communication design competencies. It equips students with capabilities for analytical thinking, problem-solving, visualisation skills, and concept communication. Meanwhile, it cultivates students with professional ethics, and an awareness of social, cultural, technological, and especially sustainable development.

Two-year Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Full-Time)
The programme develops high quality early childhood educators who are knowledgeable in contemporary and international early childhood education theories and practice, and can be strong advocates for children and their families, and the ECE profession. Graduates of this programme are eligible for registration as Kindergarten teachers with the Education Bureau, as well as Child Care Workers / Supervisors, and Special Child Care Workers with the Social Welfare Department.

Field Trips / Internship
YCCC not only provides the opportunities for students to achieve good academic results but also allows students to engage and apply their classroom knowledge in a wide range of student activities outside the classroom with local field trips, experiential learning courses, internships, field studies, etc.

Diploma in University Foundation Studies
I.	Either:


 * a)	Completion of Secondary Six or equivalent; or,
 * b)	Mature applicants of age 20 or above by 1 September of the year of admission; AND,

II. Pass the admissions interview.

Note: Applicants with other qualification will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Associate Degrees / Higher Dipoma
I.	Either:
 * a)	Attained Level 2 in five subjects in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education including Chinese Language and English Language or equivalent qualification;
 * b)	Mature applicants of age 21 or above by 1 September of the year of admission; AND,

II. Pass the admissions interview.

Note: Applicants with other qualification will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Further Studies
I. Study in Hong Kong

Students may apply for the UGC-funded Bachelor's Degree Programmes via Non-JUPAS Admission Scheme, or they can apply for self-financed Bachelor's Degree Programmes offered by local or overseas institutions.

II. Study Abroad

The College has developed strong and close links and partnerships with various excellent universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, among others. Graduates who meet the language and subject area requirements will be accepted into the 2nd or 3rd year of a university's Bachelor's Degree Programme.

University Acceptance Profile since 2008:

Articulation Agreements
The College has articulation agreements with various universities all over the world. Graduates with the required GPAs and IELTS levels can enter degree programmes in various subject areas. We are working on articulation agreements with other universities to expand the list.

Application Channels
For DUFS:

You can apply through one of the following channels:
 * a)	[Online Application]
 * b)	Download and complete the
 * c)	E-APP with effect from December 2013.

For Associate Degree Programmes:

You can apply through one of the following channels:
 * a)	[Online Application]
 * b)	Download and complete the
 * c)	E-APP with effect from December 2013.

I. Entrance Grant for Local Students
Grants covering 50% or 100% of tuition fee for one year will be awarded to new students who are
 * accepted for admission to the College’s full-time programmes;
 * nominated by their Secondary School Principals who have written a recommendation letter on their behalf;
 * potential and willingness to act as ambassador for YCCC; and
 * selected by the Grants Selection Board.

Applicant should attach the Principal’s written nomination and recommendation together with his/her application form for admission to the College programme. The recommendation should specify the Principal’s support to the applicant’s enrollment to YCCC. A sample of the recommendation letter can be obtained from the Registry.

II. Local Student Grant
Grants covering the tuition fee of the first year study will be awarded to new local students admitted to the College’s full-time Programmes. Applicant who wishes to apply for this grant should submit the application forms for admission and an application form for the grant. The grant application should include a personal statement of 400-500 words on the topic of “What does international education at YCCC mean to me?” and be sent to the Registry by the closing date. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview by the College Grants Selection Board.

III. International Student Grant
Applicant who wishes to apply for the grant should submit an application form for admission to the College programme together with the application form for the grant The application for the grant should include a personal statement of 400-500 words on the topic of “What does international education at YCCC mean to me?” and be sent to the Registry by the closing date. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview by the College’s Grant Selection Board.

IV. YCCC Continuous Education Scholarship for Students
The scholarship, each of HK$5,000, will be awarded to YCCC students who have demonstrated outstanding performance in the academic year.

V. University Continuous Education Scholarship for Students
The scholarship, each of HK$5,000, will be awarded to YCCC graduates to show our support in their further study.

VI. Financial Aids
Eligible Hong Kong residents wishing to study in YCCC may apply to the Hong Kong Government for financial assistance in the form of a means-tested grant and loan or non-means-tested loan. The Government offers a Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (FASP) and a Non-means Tested Loan Scheme (NLS). For details, please refer to the Government’s website http://www.sfaa.gov.hk/eng/schemes/pst.htm