We are excited to announce our new Hong Kong History Centre accredited 3-week summer programme starting next summer 2026!
The summer school will be of interest to students who want to explore Asian and global history through the lens of Hong Kong, develop first-hand skills in analysing primary sources, and acquire the experience to conduct original historical research.
We welcome applications from the UK and international students, both undergraduates of any major as well as recent graduates and postgraduates.
The summer school is hosted by the Hong Kong History Centre, an internationally recognised hub for cutting-edge research on Hong Kong’s local, regional, and global past. With its expert faculty and exceptional library resources, Bristol offers an inspiring setting to explore Hong Kong’s global connections.
You will study Hong Kong’s history from multiple perspectives: local history, modern Chinese history, British imperial history, and global and transnational history from the nineteenth century onwards. Themes include society, culture, economy, and politics.
You will gain hands-on experience working with primary sources from the newly established Hong Kong Collections at the University of Bristol Library. These rich archives include both textual and visual materials, offering unique insights into the city’s development and the lives of its people at home and abroad.
By the end of the programme, you will have acquired a critical understanding of Hong Kong’s role in global and Asian history. You will also be equipped with skills in conducting original research. Through groupwork and primary source analysis, you will construct a coherent argument relating to Hong Kong history. You will leave with both academic knowledge and transferable skills valuable for further study or professional work.
More details including the programme please see: Hong Kong History | Centre for Study Abroad | University of Bristol
Please note that this timetable is subject to change. The academic content of this programme is subject to approval and will be confirmed by late November 2025.
Programme dates: Sunday 14 June to Saturday 4 July 2025
Programme fee: £3,595 – see what’s included in the fee
Credits: upon successful completion of the programme, students will receive 10 academic credits, suggested as equivalent to 5 ECTS or 3 US semester credits. Please note the accreditation for this programme is subject to approval and will be confirmed by late November 2025.
Early bird applications end: 1 March 2026
Closing date for all applications: Applications will close on Sunday, 3 May 2026.
