從在家教育到香港頂尖大學：你的升學之路 (撰文者：Paris，香港在家教育學生15歲入讀香港理工大學)
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香港在家自學學生可透過非JUPAS途徑，憑藉IGCSE及A-Level等國際學歷，申請香港八所由大學教育資助委員會（UGC）資助的大學，包括港大、中大、科大、理大、城大、浸大、嶺大及教大。
第一步：以 IGCSE 打好基礎並報考IGCSE考試
IGCSE 是國際認可的中學學歷，適合在家自學學生作為學術基礎。香港考試及評核局（HKEAA）每年提供兩次考試時段：
- 5至6月系列：報名時間為前一年11月底至12月初
- 10至11月系列：報名時間為6月底至7月初
報名連結：
常見科目包括：
Cambridge IGCSE：
- 數學（核心與延伸）
- 進階數學
- 英文語言
- 英文文學
- 生物
- 化學
- 物理
- 商業研究
- 經濟
- 會計
- 電腦科學
- 地理
- 歷史
- 中文（第一語言／外語）
- 法語／西班牙語／日語（外語）
- 藝術與設計（有限提供）
- 環境管理
Pearson Edexcel IGCSE：
- 數學 A／進階純數學
- 英文語言 A／英文文學
- 生物
- 化學
- 物理
- 商業
- 經濟
- 會計
- 電腦科學
- 地理
- 歷史
- 中文／法語／西班牙語（外語）
第二步：報考 A-Level，提升學術水平
A-Level 是進入大學的主要途徑，香港大學通常要求申請人修讀3至4科。HKEAA提供 Pearson Edexcel IAL 和 Cambridge GCE A-Level，每年兩次考試：
- 1月系列：報名時間為9月中旬
- 5至6月系列：報名時間為11月底至12月初
報名連結：
常見科目包括：
科學與數學類：
- 數學（純數、力學、統計）
- 進階數學
- 生物
- 化學
- 物理
商業與社會科學類：
- 商業
- 經濟
- 會計
- 心理學
- 法律
人文與語言類：
- 英文語言
- 英文文學
- 歷史
- 地理
- 中文
- 法語
- 西班牙語
第三步：透過非JUPAS途徑申請香港大學
在家自學學生可透過非JUPAS途徑申請香港八所UGC資助的大學。以下是各校申請連結：
- 香港科技大學（HKUST）：https://join.hkust.edu.hk/apply
- 香港理工大學（PolyU）：https://www.polyu.edu.hk/study/ug
- 香港城市大學（CityU）：https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admissions
- 香港浸會大學（HKBU）：https://bba.hkbu.edu.hk/admissions/non-jupas-applicants.html
- 香港教育大學（EdUHK）：https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/nonjupas
各大學重視多元背景，欣賞自學者的獨立思考、創意解難能力及高度自律。
為何在家自學者更具優勢
1. 自我驅動：主動掌握學習進度
2. 好奇心強：深入探索各類知識
3. 適應力高：靈活應對不同學習環境
這些特質正是大學尋找的未來領袖與創新者。
結語：你的學習旅程就是你的超能力
不需要傳統教室，你也能登上學術高峰。透過 IGCSE、A-Level 及非JUPAS申請，你不只是符合資格，更是脫穎而出的申請者。勇敢申請，自信學習，讓你的自學故事成為進入香港頂尖大學的跳板。
撰文者：Paris，香港在家教育學生15歲入讀香港理工大學，目前就讀最後一年。
From Homeschool to Hong Kong’s Elite: Your Path to University Success
Homeschool students in Hong Kong can apply to the eight universities funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC)—including HKU, CUHK, HKUST, PolyU, CityU, HKBU, LU, and EdUHK—through the Non-JUPAS admission route, using international qualifications such as IGCSE and A-Levels.
If you’re a homeschooler with ambition and a love for learning, here’s how you can turn your unique journey into a powerful application.
Step 1: Lay the Groundwork with IGCSE and Take Examinations as a Private Student
The IGCSE exams are your academic passport. They show that your homeschool years were structured, rigorous, and globally aligned.
1. Choose a mix of core subjects (Math, English, Sciences) and electives that reflect your interests
2. Aim for strong grades—these will form the foundation of your university application
3. IGCSEs are recognized by all eight UGC-funded universities as valid secondary qualifications
IGCSE Examination Schedule in Hong Kong. IGCSE exams are held twice a year in Hong Kong:
May/June Series
Registration typically opens late November to early December of the previous year.
October/November Series
Registration usually runs from late June to early July.
Official HKEAA IGCSE Registration Portal:
HKEAA administers IGCSE exams from Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel. The subject offerings may vary slightly between boards, but here are the commonly available subjects for private candidates in Hong Kong:
Cambridge IGCSE Subjects:
- Mathematics (Core and Extended)
- Additional Mathematics
- English Language
- English Literature
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Geography
- History
- Chinese (First Language / Foreign Language)
- French / Spanish / Japanese (Foreign Language)
- Art & Design (limited availability)
- Environmental Management
Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Subjects:
- Mathematics A / Further Pure Mathematics
- English Language A / English Literature
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Business
- Economics
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Geography
- History
- Chinese / French / Spanish (Foreign Language)
Step 2: Elevate with A-Levels and Take Examinations as a Private Student
A-Levels are your launchpad to university. Most Hong Kong universities expect 3 to 4 A-Level subjects, depending on your chosen program.
- For Engineering: Math, Physics, Chemistry
- For Business: Economics, Math, Business Studies
- For Arts: English Literature, History, Psychology
Your A-Level results prove you’re ready for the academic rigor of university life—and that you’ve thrived in a self-directed learning environment.
A-Level Examination Information in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA) administers Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) and Cambridge GCE A-Level exams. These are held twice a year:
- January series
Registration: mid-September
Exam period: early to late January
- May/June series
Registration: late November to early December
Exam period: early May to late June
Online registration portal:
Subjects Offered
Subject availability depends on the exam board. Below are commonly offered subjects for Pearson Edexcel IAL:
Science and Mathematics
- Mathematics (Pure, Mechanics, Statistics)
- Further Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Business and Social Sciences
- Business
- Economics
- Accounting
- Psychology
- Law
Arts and Humanities
- English Language
- English Literature
- History
- Geography
Languages
- Chinese
- French
- Spanish
Step 3: Apply via the Non-JUPAS Route
As a homeschooler, you’ll apply through the Non-JUPAS admissions scheme, which is designed for students with international qualifications like IGCSE and A-Levels.
Here’s how to access the Non-JUPAS portals for all eight UGC-funded universities:
- University of Hong Kong (HKU)
- Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
- Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
- City University of Hong Kong (CityU)
- Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
- Lingnan University (LU)
- Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
Each university values diversity in educational backgrounds and looks for students who bring fresh perspectives. Homeschoolers are often seen as independent thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and highly motivated learners—exactly the kind of students these institutions want.
Why Homeschoolers Stand Out
Homeschoolers bring a unique blend of qualities:
1. Self-motivation: You’ve taken charge of your own education
2. Curiosity: You’ve explored subjects deeply and independently
3. Adaptability: You’ve learned in a flexible, evolving environment
These traits aren’t just admirable—they’re exactly what universities are looking for in future leaders, researchers, and changemakers.
Final Words: Your Journey Is Your Superpower
You don’t need a traditional classroom to reach extraordinary heights. With IGCSEs, A-Levels, and a compelling Non-JUPAS application, you’re not just eligible for Hong Kong’s top universities—you’re a standout candidate.
So go ahead. Apply boldly. Learn fearlessly. And let your homeschool story become the foundation of your university success.
Written by Paris, a former homeschool student in Hong Kong who entered the Hong Kong Polytechnic University at the age of 15 and is currently in her final year of study.
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