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Founded in Guangzhou in 1888 and known as Lingnan Xuexiao,Lingnan Universityhas been a distinguished part of Hong Kong's academic landscape for over a century. After flourishing in the field of higher education until 1952, it was reborn in Hong Kong in 1967. Today, Lingnan aspires to be a distinguished research-focused quality education university in the digital age, embracing a heritage that combines a commitment to excellence in teaching, learning, and research with a dedication to fostering community ties and striving for international acclaim.
Lingnan University stands as a global leader in Quality Education and Impactful Research, dedicated to nurturing well-rounded, informed, and socially responsible individuals. Our commitment is actualized through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates pioneering research and a broadened focus on quality education. We ensure that every aspect of the university experience, from vibrant campus life and diverse extra-curricular activities to proactive community service, extensive workplace experience, and global learning opportunities, contributes to the personal and intellectual growth of our students.
Our academic offerings, which include undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes, are delivered by the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, the School of Graduate Studies, and the School of Interdisciplinary Studies. These programmes empower students to navigate and succeed in a rapidly transforming social, cultural, and economic landscape.
Lingnan's commitment to quality education has been recognized with the highest score among the eight UGC-funded universities for "undergraduate satisfaction with the quality and value gained from their teaching and learning experience," as noted in the University Grants Committee’s University Accountability Agreements annual progress report for two consecutive years. Additionally, Lingnan achieved the second-best score in "undergraduate satisfaction with their overall learning environment" based on student evaluations.
The university's innovative drive extends to the Lingnan Entrepreneurship Initiative (LEI), which serves as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship (I&E) activities, supporting the Lingnan community to address humanitarian challenges with sustainable development and entrepreneurial spirit.
In the realm of research and societal impact, Lingnan has excelled in developing innovation and technology research that drives positive societal and global impact. Success is evident not only in our knowledge transfer projects but also in the establishment of new platforms and the identification of opportunities. We have established several joint research centres in the Greater Bay Area, leveraging our integration with the Northern Metropolis. These centres focus on e-business and logistics, financial inclusion and digital economy, social governance, and ageing in place, fostering collaborative efforts that extend our reach and impact.
As a caring liberal arts university, Lingnan University is also deeply committed to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations. This commitment is reflected in our research, academic programmes, teaching and learning, knowledge transfer, social engagement projects, entrepreneurship initiatives, and corporate governance, all aimed at bettering humankind.