City University of Hong Kong
- Start Date: 15 Jan, 2018
- 3 weeks
- Study Content: Videos
Discover Hong Kong, its people, culture and customs with this free online course using 360° video and virtual reality.
Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
Introduction
Introduction Video
Course Description
This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.
Discover Hong Kong, its people, culture and customs.
As a melting pot of Eastern and Western characteristics, Hong Kong has experienced a unique history from Chinese immigration to colonization by the British to the subsequent transformation into a Special Administration Region of China.
We’ll go on a journey around Hong Kong, using 3D virtual reality, exploring its history, culture and some of its distinguished traditions.
East-meets-West style can be seen in every aspect of the city including architecture, traditions and cuisine - this offers unique experiences and challenges for those living and working there.
No prior knowledge is necessary. We welcome anyone interested in:
- culture, history, religion, and society,
- a new immersive learning experience (VR), and
- Hong Kong and China.
You can take part in this course without needing special equipment.
However, to get the best experience we will encourage you to try the low-cost personal virtual reality device called Google Cardboard, in combination with your smartphone.
Don’t worry - we will explain how to do this.
Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.
City University of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has risen rapidly to become a leading institution for research and professional education in Asia. According to QS World University Rankings, CityU is ranked 7th in Asia in 2016, and 57th in the world and 4th among the world’s top 50 universities under 50 years of age in 2015.
Our remarkable journey has been shaped by a keen focus on creativity and innovation through our pioneering Discovery-enriched Curriculum, an integration of diverse cultural and intellectual traditions from around the world, the pursuit of inter-disciplinary research, and the formation of a robust network of academic collaborators from 300 prestigious institutions in 37 countries/jurisdictions.
We strive to promote knowledge creation, original discoveries and innovative thinking through our three Colleges and four Schools, namely the College of Business, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Science and Engineering, School of Creative Media, School of Energy and Environment, School of Law, and School of Veterinary Medicine.
The tens of thousands of professional graduates nurtured at CityU through our in-depth core courses, professional seminars and workshops, and our Gateway Education classes embody our vision for becoming a leading global university, excelling in research and professional education.
This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.
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