Summer Camp 2013
for Prospective Research Postgraduate Students
Chemistry Department
15 – 19 July, 2013
The School of Science promotes a vibrant and dynamic environment that emphasizes academic excellence, innovation and collaboration. Comprised of one division and three departments, the School offers a wide spectrum of postgraduate programs aimed at enhancing our students' research experience and preparing them to meet the demands of ever‐changing societal needs. Our core academic disciplines include chemistry, life sciences, mathematics and physics, the content of which is periodically updated to reflect the latest scientific developments and technological advancements.
Program: This Summer Camp is a program for those who are interested in pursuing MPhil or PhD programs in the School of Science at HKUST. Participants will attend a series of informal seminars introducing the postgraduate programs offered and current research topics in the Department of Chemistry. These seminars are intended to foster discussion among the participants and faculty members and to serve as a basis for further social and scientific interactions. Participants will also have opportunities to visit the individual research labs and university research facilities, meeting with professors and fellow postgraduate students, and discuss research topics and others, such as preparing for graduate school. This Summer Camp provides opportunity for the participants to learn the individual research groups and let the professors access your ability to conduct research projects in their MPhil or PhD programs.
Eligibility: Undergraduate students majoring in Chemistry, who have completed 3 years of studies (of a 4‐year bachelor program) and have attained a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 (or 80%) or higher. Housing and allowances: The Summer Camp will provide on‐campus student hostel (2‐3 persons per room) to the participants. Each participant will also receive meal coupons of up to HK$100 per day during the Summer Camp. Participants need to take care of their own transportation costs both to Hong Kong and back home.
Application: Please fill in the Application Form enclosed and return it together with your academic transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable) and your resume (if available) to Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Attn.: Ms Angel Cheung) via regular mail, fax (852‐2358‐1594), or e‐mail to changelc@ust.hk; email is preferred. Application deadline is 19 April, 2013 with rolling admission until spaces are filled.
Review on applications will be conducted by the individual Division/Department, which you are interested in. Successful applicants will be notified via email by 26 April, 2013.
Application Form ‐ Summer Camp 2013 for Prospective Research Postgraduate Students Personal Information Title Name
Date of Birth
Correspondence Address Contact No. / Mobile No. Email Address Education Background Current Institution Program of Study Year of Study
Latest overall GPA Your Ranking in Class
Anticipated Graduation Date
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Miss / Mr*
_________(Family Name) ___________(First Name) ____ (DD) ____ (MM) _____ (YYYY)
Postgraduate Program of Interest ‐ I am interested in: PhD / MPhil * in
Life Science / Chemistry / Mathematics / Physics / Nano Science & Technology / Atmospheric Environmental Science / Marine Environmental Science*
Statement of research interest (briefly describe your interest and previous background in research)
Career and Education Plan (briefly describe your plan after graduation and what you hope to learn from the Summer Camp)
*Delete whichever not applicable
Provide a one‐page resume
This is to declare that the information provided above and in all enclosed documents is accurate. ____________________________ _____________________ Signature of Applicant Date
