GLEF ranks among CUHK’s TOP 10 undergraduate programmes since establishment, in terms of admission credentials.

 

2025 ranking (based on the median results of University Best 5 score): #7 out of 71 programs.

 

2025 cohort	Program best 5 score (including English, 8.5 scale)
Upper quartile	35
Median	35
Lower quartile	33.5

Minimum entrance requirement for GLEF applicants with HKDSE results (for 25-26 intake):

 

Chinese Language	Level 4
English language	Level 5
Mathematics	Level 4
Citizenship and Social Development	Attained
1st elective	Level 3
2nd elective/ M1/ M2	Level 3

 

 

Candidates' performance in extra 2 elective (6th & 7th) subjects will be considered in the selection process, and bonus point will be awarded to up to the 7th subject (subject to the University's approval).

 

Weighting: all are equal (i.e. 1).

 

Selection principle: Best 5 (English language must be included).

 

Overall intake quota: around 23 (including JUPAS and non-JUPAS local).

 

HKDSE repeaters: no penalty.

 

Flexible admission: no.

 

Applied Learning (ApL) courses: do not accept.

 

JUPAS code: JS4254.

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. If you are shortlisted, you will be notified of the arrangement for interview by phone (+852 3943xxxx), or email (xxxx@cuhk.edu.hk).