Here, we've compiled some of the common questions students have. Hopefully, they will answer whatever question you may have. If your question is still unanswered, then don't hesitate to contact us via impactlab@hku.hk.

COVID MEASURES

Students can take part in the course virtually (work-from-home = wfh). Small group in-person interactions might be possible if the situation, closer to the starting date of the course, allows. All students who would have been accepted to the course and would require to complete the course virtually even if the situation changes will be able to do so (e.g. in case the student is located in a different geographical location).

❓Hong Kong

• If I take the Impact Lab course in Hong Kong during the summer, when does it start?
• Is there a place for the interns staying in Hong Kong to stay during the summer semester?
• Is there funding or payment for the placement?
• Is the starting date of the placement flexible?
• How long am I going to work during the placement?
• What are the Impact Lab placements going to do in Hong Kong? Which companies/causes can I work on?
• What type of position can I assume in the company?
• Is this placement a credit-bearing course?
• Do I get invited by the company back for the fall semester?

❓ Overseas

(not available in 2021)

• Is there any scholarship to cover the expenses of the overseas Impact Lab course?
• Can I take the overseas course without credits and still be eligible for a stipend?
• Can I take the overseas course without credits if I am going to pay by myself the expenses and the course fees?
• Is it possible to change the location once I have applied for one place?
• What does the funding/stipend cover?
• Do I have to pay any extra fees for the summer course?
• Are students expected to work over-time?
• What are the students going to do with Soap Cycling oversea? What other business options are there?
• How does the student written feedback report look like? What does the grade consist of?
• Who buys the tickets/arranges transportation?
• If I pay the deposit and the course is cancelled by HKU will I get reimbursed?
• Can I withdraw from the course once I registered?
• Can I take the course if I am a year 4 student? Can my grade be finalised by the end of July?
• Can I take the summer course if I have been on a gap year?