Maintenance of the Diploma of Applied Education Web-based Application System Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) programme is a new course for students who complete Secondary Six as well as adult learners aged 21 or above to obtain a formal qualification for employment and further study by an alternative pathway. DAE consists of three common core courses, two […]
Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) programme is a Programme for students who complete Secondary Six as well as adult learners aged 21 or above to obtain a formal qualification for employment and further study by an alternative pathway. DAE consists of three common core courses, two complementary courses out of five, and three institution-specific elective […]
Transforming Outcomes · Enabling Potential · Advancing PracticeThe Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education (FSTE) is committed to promoting excellence in teaching and student support across its Member Institutions. Through its award schemes, FSTE recognises impactful practices and achievements that contribute to quality education and holistic student development.
Building on this recognition, the FSTE Excellence in Education […]
The maximum period of study for the Diploma Yi Jin Programme is 5 years from the date of admission. Students must complete all programme requirements and apply for graduation before the expiry of this period. For example:
Study Mode Admission Date Deadline for Completion of All Programme Requirements and Application for Graduation
Full-time 1 September 2021 on or before 31 August […]
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Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) programme is a course for Secondary Six school leavers as well as adult learners aged 21 or above to obtain a formal qualification for employment and further study by an alternative pathway. DAE consists of three common core courses, two complementary courses out of five, and three institution-specific elective courses. […]
The Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education (FSTE) warmly welcomes the news of Hong Kong’s remarkable ascent to 4th place globally and 1st in Asia Pacific in the recent IMD World Talent Ranking 2025 (International Institute for Management Development), marking the city’s highest-ever position in this prestigious index. While this achievement reflects the collective impact of sustained investment in education, innovation, and talent development […]
Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) programme is a Programme for Secondary Six school leavers as well as adult learners aged 21 or above to obtain a formal qualification for employment and further study by an alternative pathway. DAE consists of three common core courses, two complementary courses out of five, and three institution-specific elective courses. […]
On a joyful and bittersweet evening of 9 July, the Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education (FSTE) had the privilege of hosting a thanksgiving gathering to bid farewell to Ms Michelle LI, GBS, Former Permanent Secretary for Education. The event paid tribute not only to her longstanding and unwavering support for FSTE, but also to the […]
With the first amendment coming into operation today (1 August 2025), Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education (FSTE) welcomes the passage of the Post Secondary Colleges (Amendment) Bill 2025 by the Legislative Council, a significant milestone in strengthening the governance, transparency, and quality assurance of the self-financing post-secondary education sector in Hong Kong.
This reform introduces a […]
