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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
CUHK Faculty of Law: Pioneering Legal Education with Global Impact and Research Excellence
Distinguished Academic Excellence Innovative Programme Portfolio Research Impact and Global Collaboration Nurturing Global Legal Talent Tajra's postgraduate student life at CUHK has been remarkable: (left) participating in summer school in Genova, (centre) graduating with a Master of Laws in International Economic Law, and (right) having a summer internship at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea Professor Anatole Boute's research has greatly contributed to the energy market regulation in Central Asia HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 May 2025 - The Chinese University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Law ( CUHK LAW ) continues to strengthen its position as a leading international legal education institution, offering innovative programmes and conducting impactful research that shapes the future of legal practice across Asia and its establishment in 2004, CUHK LAW has emerged as a truly international faculty, with academic staff from over 20 jurisdictions. The Faculty's research excellence has been consistently recognised, leading Hong Kong's law domain in the UGC's Research Assessment Exercises of 2014 and 2020. Its global standing was further cemented in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, achieving the 48position Faculty offers a comprehensive range of postgraduate programmes, including the specialised Master of Laws (LLM) degrees that respond to evolving global legal challenges. The LLM in Energy and Environmental Law (LEL), launched in 2018-2019, stands as Hong Kong's pioneer programme in energy security and sustainability law. The newest addition, the LLM in Legal History (LLH), introduced in 2022-2023, represents as one of the few global programmes dedicated to transnational legal history Faculty's commitment to research excellence is exemplified through its specialised research centres. The Centre for Comparative and Transnational Law (CCTL) supports collaborative research through eight specialised clusters, while the Centre for Legal Innovation and Digital Society (CLINDS) drives innovative research in law and Faculty's global reach extends to prestigious partnerships, including dual programmes with The Dickson Poon School of Law, King's College London, offering students the opportunity to earn two degrees from world-class institutions in four Faculty's international outlook is reflected in its diverse student body, representing over 60 countries and regions. It also offers students valuable opportunities and resources to collaborate with scholars across various fields, deepening their understanding and opening new avenues for their work. PhD candidate Tajra Smajic, a Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) awardee from Bosnia and Herzegovina, expressed her appreciation for her experience at CUHK Faculty of Law: "CUHK's dynamic research environment and HKPFS support have enriched my academic journey immensely. The programme enables global engagement through international conferences and summer schools, fostering valuable professional connections." Tajra is currently interning at the United Nations Legal Office, Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS), applying her knowledge in real-world experts like Professor Anatole Boute continue to shape global legal discourse. Professor Boute, specialising in energy, environmental, and investment law, received the prestigious Richard Macrory Prize for Best Article 2021 from the Journal of Environmental Law, Oxford University Press. His research has provided national energy authorities evidence-based suggestions which contributed to shape better energy market regulation in Central Asia while improving the cost of clean energy ahead, CUHK LAW remains committed to advancing legal education and research while fostering global partnerships that prepare the next generation of legal professionals for an increasingly interconnected more information about CUHK LAW's postgraduate programmes, visit: Hashtag: #CUHK The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About CUHK Founded in 1963, CUHK combines tradition with innovation in teaching and research, maintaining strong global partnerships to address real-world challenges.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
University of Dundee: New degrees to cater to the rising demand of AI professionals
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping various sectors, including business, healthcare, communication, and design. To address the increasing global demand for AI professionals, the University of Dundee has introduced two new postgraduate degrees. Applications are now open for the first intake in September 2025, with a second intake available in January 2026. These innovative courses equip students with the knowledge, skills, and vision necessary to thrive in an AI-driven world. This advanced course provides a comprehensive foundation in AI theory along with practical applications. Students will explore machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and intelligent systems, gaining hands-on experience in developing real-world AI solutions. Ethical and responsible AI is a core focus, helping students understand the societal impacts of AI and its role in decision-making. Designed for those aspiring to lead in AI research or development, this course is taught by experts actively engaged in the field. Software development for MSc in artificial intelligence Targeted at students with little or no prior computing experience, this conversion course serves as a gateway into the tech sector. It combines core programming and software development skills with specialized AI training. Graduates will be prepared to design and develop intelligent systems, ready to meet the demands of one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world. This course is ideal for career changers or professionals seeking to reskill in an exciting and impactful field. A hub for research, innovation, and industry collaboration The University of Dundee's Computing department is at the forefront of AI research, addressing real-world challenges in healthcare, smart cities, and more. Students benefit from strong industry connections, access to guest lectures, internship opportunities, and collaborative projects that enhance their learning experiences. A global learning community in Scotland Scotland is renowned for its academic excellence and innovation, making it a top choice for international students. Dundee provides an inclusive and supportive environment with a diverse student body and a vibrant campus life. Students from around the world choose Dundee for its excellent reputation, quality of life, and affordability. The city's blend of cultural attractions and natural beauty creates an inspiring place to live and study. Be among the first to join As AI technology continues to evolve, the demand for professionals who can develop, implement, and lead intelligent technologies is increasing. Whether you're a recent graduate, a professional looking to reskill, or someone seeking a future-proof career, these new MSc courses offer the tools, training, and support necessary for success. Applications are now open for the first intake in September 2025, with a second opportunity to enrol in January 2026.
CBC
06-05-2025
- Business
- CBC
Colleges and universities in northeastern Ontario suspend programs, with sharp drop in international students
After a period of unprecedented expansion, a bust is following a boom, not in factories or in mines as is usually the case, but in classrooms and on campuses. In the upcoming academic year, colleges and universities across northeastern Ontario are suspending programs to cope with plummeting international enrolment as stricter immigration rules take effect, and the province is preventing schools from raising tuition fees for Canadian students. For years now, post-secondary institutions have been relying on higher international tuition to subsidize the delivery of programs for Canadian students. However, the schools say federal policy changes capping international enrolment and limiting graduate work permits, are not only reducing the number of international students who come to Canada, they are making it less attractive. Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie is the latest to announce changes to the way it operates to try to make its budget work. It is expecting a 50 per cent decrease in enrolment and subsequent decrease in operating revenue from $264.6 million last year to $123.5 million for the 2025-26 academic year, and a slight uptick in Canadian students doesn't come close to covering that gap. The decline is mainly due to the end of business graduate certificates that are no longer eligible for post grad work certificates. Interim president Donna Rogers said Algoma University will suspend five programs with low enrolment for next year. "We are in a situation where we cannot continue to do what we've been doing. I mean, as I said, it's not a judgment of the quality," she told the senate last week. "It is a stark realization that if we don't start to do something then the entire university is in jeopardy." She explained that this is not something she thought was coming a little over a year ago. "The environment around us has changed," Rogers told the senate. "[The federal government] is literally cutting [enrolment] in half with one fell swoop, after everybody's budgets were done for last year, literally cutting half the number of international student study permits that they were going to give and then further chipping away at what was eligible for postgraduate work permits, those kinds of things." While avoiding layoffs, the vice-president of the Algoma faculty union, Alice Ridout said that there has been a noticeable, and unsettling, decrease in the number of contracts being given to sessional instructors and last-minute cancellations of summer courses. Many post-secondary institutions in the northeast are, for now, staving off outright layoffs by re-assigning instructors, offering early retirement incentives and not filling vacancies. Cambrian College in Sudbury said it had to eliminate 22 positions because of a $40 million dollar drop in revenue, but worked not to layoff any workers. It has now suspended ten academic programs for next year and is working to find spots for seven affected employees. Most of the suspended programs were targeted because of low international enrolment. The courses had been popular when students could apply for work permits and get jobs upon graduation, but with changes in government policy, they no longer qualify for work permits, so interest has dropped. Neil Shyminsky, the president of OPSEU Local 655 representing faculty at Cambrian, said he's pleased there have been no layoffs, but warns no one can say what will happen next year with any certainty. "I think that it is incredibly difficult to see more than a year into the future at this point," he said. "We have rule changes regarding international students and the programs that they're allowed to register in being announced every few months and with a new government in place, I have to think that we should just expect more rule changes." The president of the union local for full and part-time faculty at Northern College said he's received no notice of any terminations, but Neal McNair said there are definitely fewer professors to deliver the programs. Northern announced in January it was facing a $6 million deficit with a projected $12 million deficit for the following year. While Northern's budget hasn't been revealed yet, McNair said 13 professors have taken early retirement. That's a large proportion and McNair expects that eventually the faculty complement will balance out at 70 for the school which has campuses in Timmins, Kirkland Lake, Haileybury and Moosonee. "That would be the lowest number of full-time faculty that we've had at Northern College, certainly in my time here, which is over 22 years," he said. "So my hope is that we're able to run." Sault College has already announced several program suspensions, and will deliver its budget in June. President David Orazietti said everything is on the table, but is holding out hope that lobbying for increased investment in the post-secondary education sector will pay off. "Hopefully, looking forward, the government will consider, and there have been discussions around considering, a review of the funding formula," said the former provincial cabinet minister. Colleges and universities have been lobbying for the freeze on domestic tuition to be lifted and for more investment in the sector. The Ontario Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, Nolan Quinn, was not available for an interview. In a statement, a spokesperson re-iterated a recent announcement of $750 million to fund 20,500 science and technolgoy seats at colleges and universities over the next five years. "Coupled with our historic investment of $1.3B last year, and on top of the $5B we put into the sector every year, funding for colleges and universities is higher than ever," said spokesperson Bianca Giacoboni.
