Education and Capacity Building

Reimagine education
with Humanitarian Innovation and Technology

At the UNU HIT Hub, education is more than lectures and theories - it is a launchpad for real-world dignity.

We are breaking down traditional disciplinary silos to train a new generation of empathetic innovators, data scientists and social entrepreneurs. By pairing cutting-edge technology with hands-on community driven fieldwork across the Global South, we equip students to design scalable solutions for the world's underserved communities.

Advance your education in Humanitarian Innovation

MSc in Global Humanitarian Innovation and Technology (GHIT)

Our taught postgraduate programme that specialises in technology application for humanitarian action

MA in Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management (SEIM)

Our multidisciplinary taught postgraduate programme designed to focus on scalable impact and inclusivity

Service-Learning and Research Scheme (SLRS)

Lingnan's flagship programme for undergraduate students, intersecting academic curriculum with real-world community needs via experiential learning

Advancing innovation through Research, Design and Development (RD&D)

Innovative and sustainable solutions that address complex humanitarian and global development challenges. Through collaborative research and technology-driven approaches, the Hub supports impactful innovations that empower communities and foster long-term resilience. 

Affordability
Localisation
Circular lifecycle design
Open-source accessibility

Designing practical, inclusive, and sustainable solutions that respond to real community needs. By combining human-centred design, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emerging technologies, the Hub develops innovations that improve accessibility, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful social impact.

Human-centred design
Inclusive innovation
Community co-creation

Harnessing emerging technologies to improve humanitarian response and sustainable development. Through research, collaboration, and responsible innovation, the Hub transforms ideas into practical solutions that enhance quality of life and empower communities worldwide.

Emerging technologies
Digital inclusion

Advancing humanitarian innovation through interdisciplinary research, global partnerships, and knowledge exchange. By connecting academia, industry, and communities, the Hub develops scalable solutions that address complex global challenges and contribute to a more sustainable future.