Wednesday, September 28, 2011
University of Hong Kong (HKU)?
University of Hong Kong (HKU)?
Is it really hard to get in if you went to high school in the US? They have criteria for people who want to attend for Hong Kong students, but what are the criteria to make it in for students in America?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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United States of America A. Students from high schools: The US High School Graduation Diploma; Passes in five Grade 12 courses, provided that at least 70% is achieved in each of these courses; and, either Advanced Placement (AP) Examination of the American College Board, provided that at least two subjects are passed at grade 3 or better; or a combined (verbal & mathematical) score of not less than 1100 in old SAT I. In and after March 2005, a combined SATI score of writing, critical reading and mathematics of not less than 1650 with a sub-score on essay writing of not less than 8. (Note: ACT and SATII are not accepted in fulfilment of the above requirements.) This site was not easy for me to navigate. http://www.als.hku.hk/intl
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
What is the average annual salary (in US Dollars) an English language teacher makes in Hong Kong?
What is the average annual salary (in US Dollars) an English language teacher makes in Hong Kong?
I am a college student now, and I am fascinated with Hong Kong, I even have a friend who is from Hong Kong! I was pondering what I wanted to do for the rest of my life and just yesterday I figured out what I wanted to do! I want to teach Hong Kongers how to read, write, listen, and speak English! Now, it is not the amount of money that I am concerned about, I just would like to live a happy financially secure life so that I could live in Hong Kong and also have enough money to fly back home to the USA to see my family. Also, I was wondering if there are any courses in Cantonese near the Galveston, Texas area, since that is where I am going to college now? Thank you for your answers, I look forward to reading all of them!
Teaching - 4 Answers
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I believe a lot of money$$$ run for your dreams
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Plenty of people teach English in Hong Kong and make enough to live on plus enough to fly home once a year. Naturally, the better qualified you are, the more money you will make. Instead of spending your time trying to learn Cantonese (a task much better undertaken in Hong Kong), you should concentrate on learning to teach ESL. You are unlikely to be able to speak Cantonese well enough to teach in the language for several years and there are plenty of Chinese who can do that. Your most marketable talent is your native speaking ability - something that cannot be replicated by a non-native speaker. Add this to some genuine qualifications in TEFL/TESL and you are good to go. Check out the numerous TESL sites online and get yourself qualified. Then offer your services at a discount rate to the local Chinese community. Actually teaching will give you a whole range of insights (and questions) that talking about it will never do. Hong Kong is an amazing city - you should visit no matter what you decide to do. Check out these links: http://www.utexas.edu/student/esl/training.pdf http://www.esl-guide.com/dir/texas/more2.html
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I'm currently teaching at a university in Hong Kong as an instructor, and I make around $3400 U.S. a month. However, I know some primary teachers who teach in the NET program and they earn around twice as much as that! Salaries are very good here. I don't know about learning Cantonese in Galveston. You might look for a private tutor, or buy some language learning books and CDs. For more information about teaching English in Hong Kong, try the websites below:
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The first thing you will need to do is get a TEFL Certificate. Most (if not all) schools in China will require a BA and a TEFL Certificate. I did a 4 week program in Prague that totally rocked and really prepared me for teaching abroad. I have been teaching in Prague for a year now and I couldn't be happier. Check out http://www.teflworldwideprague.com/ for more details. just make sure you don't get certified on line. It won't be recognized by any school worth being employed by. As for the money in Hong Kong, it is one of the best places to go if you want to save money. (I would try not to think of it in USD. You won't be making USD, and the cost of living there is different than in the US. You will want to compare your salary to the cost of living in Hong Kong. That will really give you a better idea of what you will have to work with.) Many teachers head over to Asia to pay off student loans or credit cards. A degree and a TEFL certificate is required if you want to teach in the following countries: Japan, Taiwan, South Korea. Those are the countries where you'll live earn a good salary. I knew a couple that taught in Japan for 2 years and saved $30,000. Typical salaries in Japan are about $2300/month but the cost of living is higher than the others mentioned. You'll still save a lot. In Taiwan you can earn about $1700/month and in South Korea and Hong Kong about $2200/month. Hope this helps, and GOOD LUCK! It is a super fun career choice!
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Is Hong kong safe now to all Filipino students for tour?
Is Hong kong safe now to all Filipino students for tour?
we are BSHRM students and having our tour either next month or this month of jan. 2011. But we are scared because it is still not finish the case of Hostage drama in the Philippines which are the hong kong people were killed (were very truely apologize :-( ). Singapore looks like more expensive than hong kong that's why we chose more cheaper prize for our tour this year..Is it safe in HONG KONG now for us students especially we are filipinos??? plssss answer me!
China - 7 Answers
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No they're even more killers out there trust me. My Aunt died there a month ago
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Chinese people is not happy about the Hostage,but we forgive you,cuz we know this is not your fault! we should trust each other more! i wish Asian one day united like European
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JUST WEAR A BULLETPROOF TO BE EXTRA SAFE.
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Yes, we upset about this, but all were gone, and Hong Kong people don't make any angry to filipinos, I don't understand why you are thinking safety issue for Filipinos in Hong Kong.
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Its safe for everyone !! don't worry !!
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Whatever damage that was done had already passed. Life goes on and people will move on. Undoubtedly, there are many local Hong Kong citizens not pleased with the event but chose not to make the same mistake by taking out the revenge on Filipinos or anyone in particular. It will be a thing of the past. You and your fellow students are safe, there are still many Filipinos living in Hong Kong and they can attest to it.
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Hong Kong always been safe to Filipinos and visitors from all around the world. The people there are very friendly, kind-hearted and sensible, always willing to give a helping hand. The hostage killing incident was horrible but Hong Kong people have moved on quickly with their lifes when so many new events going on around them each day. I heard that Singaporeans are extremely racist towards people from poorer countries. Their diplomats openly called India "stupid". Racists signs are posted everywhere in Singapore vs Mainland Chinese. At least you never find these sort of things happen in Hong Kong. Dont worry, check www.DiscoverHongKong.com and enjoy!
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
How do I need to do if I want to study language in Hong Kong?
How do I need to do if I want to study language in Hong Kong?
My nationality is Viet Nam, I really want to go to Hong Kong to study Cantonese language. But I heard that in Hong Kong Law do not apply for Vietnamese students for studying in Hong Kong, did not I? So How do I need to do if I want to study in Hong Kong?
Languages - 2 Answers
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I don't know about living there directly...but here is an option I've been using for learning Chinese You can possibly go to Interpals, its a pretty decent site and I go there myself. I've been learning chinese online by a penpal, and I've been helping her with English. It's also a great place to make friends! If you get a microphone, a webcam maybe, you can also chat with the people on there. After 5 years, I finally found a way to learn chinese freely.
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my parents and i are from hong kong and we have live broadcast news from there i never heard then saying that. in hong kong theres international school i think if you just moved in and staying there you go to those schools?
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