Orientation for Non-local Undergraduate Students

The orientation programme and activities will help you better adjust to campus life and studies at Lingnan.  Enjoy the exciting moments during your first few weeks on campus!  Please refer to the timeline below for the important dates and wonderful activities!

Orientation Talks for New Non-local Students

Designed exclusively for new non-local undergraduate students, the Orientation Talk series offers a comprehensive introduction to essential aspects of university life before the start of the new academic year.  Covering a wide range of topics, the sessions introduce the diverse services provided by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), offer guidance on hostel life, share key tips for a smooth transition to campus life, and provide practical anti-scam strategies, aiming at equipping students with knowledge and confidence to settle into the new environment quickly and securely.

New Student Orientation (NSO) (All new students are required to attend)

NSO organised by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) aims to provide the essential information and support network to new students to facilitate their adaption to University life.  The University adopts mixed mode this year and offers 1) one-day face-to-face programmes on campus, held on 24 August 2026 (Monday), 2) online e-Learning programmes on the Moodle platform from 2 July to 30 September 2026 and 3) a Campus Life Carnival on 3 September 2026 for new students.  The face-to-face programmes will be videotaped and uploaded to Moodle after 1 September 2026 for new students who report after the event date.  You can acquire the essential information and to self-learn at your own pace and your most preferred environment.

Peer Mentors are senior students who can help you with your adjustment to university life.  New students wishing to be mentee should apply from 7 August to 13 August 2026.

For details on the NSO e-programmes, Peer Mentor Programme and Campus Life Carnival, please visit the following websites:

1) New Student Orientation (NSO 2026) e-learning Programmes on Moodle platform (available during 2 July - 30 September 2026)

2) Peer Mentor Programme via: https://www.ln.edu.hk/osa/student-experience/first-year-experience/peer-mentor-programme

3) Campus Life Carnival via: https://www.ln.edu.hk/osa/nso

Orientation Tours Series

The Orientation Tours Series is designed to help non-local students immerse themselves in the customs, traditions, and cultural tapestry of Hong Kong.  Through joining guided tours across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories, students will have the opportunity to experience the city beyond the classroom.  By actively engaging in the tours, students can gain a more intuitive and authentic understanding of local life, history, and heritage, making their adaptation to Hong Kong both meaningful and memorable.

Survival Cantonese Classes

Cantonese is more than just a language.  It is the key to experiencing everyday life and culture in Hong Kong.  For both Mandarin speakers and English speakers, this concise taster course offers a learning path tailored to non-local students’ needs.  Through interactive activities and conversational practice, students will acquire essential Cantonese phrases and vocabulary for real-life situations.  No matter the linguistic background, students will find a welcoming and supportive environment to begin their Cantonese journey.

Lingnan Host Family Scheme

Lingnan Host Family Scheme (LHFS) is a programme specially designed for new non-local undergraduate students.  The programme aims to provide care and support to help them adapt to life at Lingnan and in Hong Kong.  By joining this scheme, students can receive advice and support when facing challenges, develop a stronger sense of belonging and gain a deeper understanding of Hong Kong society.

Students who join the scheme will be paired with a host family who is a Lingnan staff member.  The scheme is a non-residential programme.  Students will not live with their host families.  Instead, the host families will organise regular meetings and activities for their students and may invite them to family gatherings.

For details and registration for the orientation activities, please stay tuned for the emails sent to you in early August.

After the orientation period, we have also prepared a series of enriching activities to help you integrate into campus life and build connections: 

• Focus Groups
• Networking/ Cultural Activities
• Practical Cantonese Classes
• Campus-wide Cultural Events and Festival Celebrations

For details and registration of the activities, please stay tuned for the emails sent to your Lingnan mailbox from time to time.
 

For enquiries:

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 852 2616 7333/ 852 2616 8484