The Education Bureau launched the Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) Programme in the 2023/24 academic year in place of Diploma Yi Jin programme to provide an alternative pathway for secondary 6 school leavers as well as adult learners to obtain a formal qualification for the purposes of employment and further study. The curriculum design and content of the new programme have been optimised and incorporated a large number of Vocational and Professional Education and Training (VPET) elements, aiming to help students articulate to the VPET programmes and strengthen their employability.
Target StudentsThe target students of the DAE programme are Secondary 6 school leavers or adult learners aged 21 or above.Institutions Offering the ProgrammeThe DAE programme is run by the following member institutions of the Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education:Lingnan Institute of Further EducationSchool of Continuing Education, Hong Kong Baptist UniversityHong Kong Institute of TechnologyHong Kong Metropolitan University, Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education Hong Kong College of TechnologyCaritas Institute of Community EducationUOW College Hong Kong Application MethodFull-time Programme: Admissions are usually conducted in phases. Applications to be submitted via the online application system.Part-time Programme: Part-time students are directly admitted by provider institutions. Interested persons may apply directly to the institutions providing part-time Programme.Click here for more information.Tuition Fee ReimbursementDAE tuition fee reimbursement provides students with financial assistance in the form of tuition fee reimbursement. Students who fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria can obtain 30%, 50% or 100% reimbursement of the actual tuition fees paid after the end of each school year. Click here for more information on tuition fee and other financial assistance arrangement.Sources and Useful LinksEducation Bureau - DAE ProgrammeFederation for Self-financing Tertiary Education's websiteDiploma of Applied Education's website (Chinese only)Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency - DAE Tuition Fee Reimbursement

Are you ready to get back to the classroom? As always, it is essential for us to stay positive and connected with the community in the face of challenges ahead. Here are some back-to-school tips to help you prepare for the new start.Tips 1 - 【Entrance to Form One】You may more or less feel nervous and stressed when being progressed to the secondary school which is a new environment. Don’t worry, there is always a first time for everything in life. It just takes a bit of time to adapt to the new learning environment. Stay strong! Nothing can overwhelm you! Enjoy your new secondary school life. >>> Encouraging Messages for F.1 StudentsTips 2 -【Ready Get set, Go】What can you do to overcome the challenges of a new school environment?1. Be prepared – prepare for your lessons and make an effort to do your best at school.2. Find support – Talk with your teachers, parents or the school social worker. They are willing to help.3. Learn to relax – Take some deep breaths. Relax your muscles.>>> Read more on Ready… Get set, Go!Tips 3 -【Maintain Physical and Mental Health】In addition to preparing for lessons, you should also maintain physical and mental health. Do develop good habits for preventing and relieving stress, and take good care of your body as well as your mind!>>> Read more on 7 good habits to prevent and cope with stressNeed help? Don’t forget them! Even though there may be difficulties at times, you can always get support! Other than teachers and parents, these organisations are pleased to listen to your thoughts!For more tips, you might visit YouthCan’s “Back to School Tips - with Love”.Remember to stay positive and connected with the community. Have faith to yourself and enjoy a colourful life. You surely can make it!For more details, please visit the Student Health Service website.

This year's Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSE) is about to start, are you candidates ready to give it a go? In addition to familiarising with the textbook knowledge, candidates should also pay attention to their physical and mental state. It may affect your body, emotions, as well as your concentration if you are under too much stress, so we should pay attention to the stress signals when they appear. Let's check out below the Mental health tips for DSE students (Available in Chinese only) provided by the Department of Health and pratice together! Stress reliefRelaxationDeep BreathingConnecting with othersPlanning for uncertain outcomesSelf-imaginationEveryone reacts differently to stress, and remember to seek professional help and counseling if needed! Apart from taking care of your mental health, do not forget to spare time for your physical health. You may refer to the Health Information and Tips for DSE Students provided by the Department of Health for detailed contents including health tips, online resources and other related government resoureces!More Related LinksDepartment of Health's Student Health Service - Emotional Health Tips - Exam Stress ManagementEducation Bureau's Mental Health@School - Resources for Coping with DSE Exam StressShall We Talk - DSE Exam Stress Management