The Student Centre

The Student Counselling Services and Personal Development Centre

The Student Counselling Services and Personal Development Centre (The Student Centre) is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and supportive learning environment through a diverse range of services and programmes designed to:

  • Engage and empower students to explore and unleash their potential;
  • Enhance students’ local connections and global perspectives;
  • Enrich students’ pre-career experiences and extracurricular engagement; and
  • Equip students with essential and desirable qualities and skillsets for their future studies, careers, and life journeys.

Check out the different sections listed in our navigation menu to explore the services and programmes available!

Contact Us

Office Hours: Monday – Friday (09:00 a.m. – 05:30 p.m.); Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday (Closed)

Are you passionate about helping others and making a positive difference on campus?

The Peer Support Programme 2026/27 brings together a passionate group of students committed to building an inclusive, supportive and caring community at UOWCHK. Through interactive training and hands-on experience, you will develop valuable interpersonal skills, build meaningful connections, and become a trusted voice of care for your fellow students!

  1. What will you gain?
    • Skill up: gain valuable training in active listening, empathy and practical helping skills to better support peers
    • Chill and connect: expand your campus network, support peers to overcome transition challenges and thrive in College life
    • Be the creator: co-organise Student Services initiatives and make a positive impact on campus
    • Get recognised earn official recognition and certificate that help you stand out to future articulation and employers!
  2. Who Can Apply?
    • Full-time students from all programmes and levels - freshmen are welcome!
    • Interest in helping others, empathy, and a positive mindset
    • Passion to create an inclusive, caring campus
    • Committed to join the training (Sem A) and events (Sem A & B)
    • Candidates will be selected through an interview process
  3. Your journey as a Peer Supporter

    Timeline

    Activities

    18 Sep 2026 (Fri) 

    Application deadline

    Late Sep

    Interview

    Oct 2026

    Training 1: Self-Discovery & Peer Helping Skills

    Training 2: Building Inclusive Mindsets

    Nov 2026

    Training 3: High Impact Communication

    Inauguration Ceremony

    Nov 2026 – May 2027

    Peer Engagement Activities

    - Chit-chat gatherings

    - Co-organise Student Services initiatives such as pre-exam stress relief or friendship-building activities
  4. . How do I earn my certificate?

    To successfully complete the programme and earn your Certificate of Participation, simply:

    • Attend at least 80% of the training workshops
    • Co-organise ONE eligible campus initiative with Student Services
    • Join TWO chit-chat gatherings to help peers thrive in College life
  5. Ready to make a difference?

    To apply, please submit this online application form by 18 Sep 2026 (Fri).

    Gain valuable experience, enhance your skills, boost your CV, and make a lasting impact on our College community!

Looking to elevate your campus life? The Student Ambassador Programme 2026/27 empowers students from diverse backgrounds to professionally represent the College, share its mission and values, and connect with their alma mater.

Serving as the primary face of UOWCHK at key institutional and public events, Student Ambassadors (SA) can develop strong presentation and professional skills for future career success!

  1. What will you gain?
    • Represent UOWCHK: proudly represent the College across large-scale events and student outreach activities
    • Master essential skills: sharpen your public speaking, presentation, and problem-solving skills in real-world settings
    • Be the voice of students: serve as the College’s "eyes and ears" by sharing feedback and contributing fresh ideas for campus engagement
    • Get recognised: earn official recognition and certificates that help you stand out to future articulation and employers!
  2. Who can join?
    • Full-time students from all programmes and levels - freshmen are welcome!
    • Eager to represent UOWCHK with professionalism
    • Be able to participate in the programme from Oct 2026 to Aug 2027 
    • Candidates will be selected through an interview process
  3. What’s my commitment?

    Complete at least TWO institutional events (one from category A + one from category A/B/C) to gain all-rounded and meaningful exposure:  

    Category A

    • 🏫 Core events: Secondary school visit, Open Day, Parent’s Day, Admission Day  

    Category B

    • 🌐 Public events: Education Expos, cultural & civic events, or community initiatives

    Category C

    • 🎓 Campus events: Graduation Ceremony, Scholarship Presentation Ceremony, Career Fair, Alumni events, and more!

    As a Student Ambassador, you will also get to share your authentic learning experience at UOWCHK, host official events as an MC, or participate in exciting engagement activities!

  4. Ready for elite training?

    Timeline

    Activities

    18 Sep 2026 (Fri) 

    Application deadline

    Late Sep

    Interview

    Oct 2026

    Training 1: Onboarding & Team Building Workshop

    Late Oct / Nov 2026

    Training 2: Public Speaking & Effective Communication Workshop

    Nov 2026

    Inauguration Ceremony

    Jan – Apr 2027

    Training 3: UOWCHK Insider: Campus Storytelling & Pathways

    Nov 2026 – Aug 2027

    Events participation
  5. How do I earn my certificates?

    To successfully complete the scheme and earn an official Certificate of Participation, all you need to do is attend at least 80% of the training sessions and contribute to TWO eligible events.

    Looking to go the extra mile? Step up, get involved in additional events, and you could earn the Certificate of Outstanding Performance Award.

  6. Ready to make a difference?

    To apply, please submit this online application form by 18 Sep 2026 (Fri).

    Gain valuable experience, build professional skills, boost your CV, and make a lasting impact on our College community as a Student Ambassador!

ICAC Ambassador Programme

The ICAC Ambassador Programme is co-organised by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and UOWCHK. This Programme aims to equip students with anti-corruption knowledge and enhance their leadership skills to prepare them to become future leaders who carry a strong sense of integrity.

  1. Eligibility and Application

    • Full-time students studying Bachelor’s Degree, Top-up Degree, Associate Degree and Higher Diploma
    • Be committed and interested in the promotion of proper values of probity and integrity on campus
    • Application details for the 2025-26 cohort will be announced in September 2025.
    • To apply, please submit the online form by 30 Sept 2025, 17:30

  2. Programme Schedule and Highlights

    Through this Programme, you will be able to:

    • Showcase your creativity in organising integrity promotion activities
    • Meet new friends from other institutions
    • Gain job shadowing opportunities in the ICAC
    • Participate in training activities of ICAC’s Operations Department
    • Be eligible for the opportunity to become an iELITE Youth Leader

    Date

    Activity

    8 OR 10 Oct 2025

    Selection Interview

    Mid-Oct 2025

    1st Meeting (exact date to be confirmed)

    1 & 2 Nov 2025 OR 8 & 9 Nov 2025

    Joint-university/college Training Camp & Input Session

    Nov 2025 – May 2026

    ICAC Ambassador-led Integrity Promotion Activities

    May – Jun 2026

    Evaluation Meeting & Closing Ceremony

  3. Completion Certificate

    A certificate will be issued to ICAC Ambassadors who have satisfactorily completed the Programme and submission of a group report at the end of the Programme.

Counselling Service

Our Centre provides counselling service to facilitate students' adjustment to college life, to enable them to cope with problems effectively, and to enhance their personal growth and development. Each counselling session lasts for 50 minutes and all information is kept strictly confidential.

To Make an Appointment, Contact Us:

Office Hours: Monday – Friday (09:00 – 17:30); Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday (Closed)

 

After Office Hours

After office hours, if you feel a need to talk to someone after school, you may contact the following helplines#:

Call Mira (by The Zubin Foundation)
Helpline with services offered in English, Hindi, and Urdu
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups
“uTouch Online Outreach” Counselling Service
  • WhatsApp: 6277 8899
  • Online counselling: http://utouch.hk/
  • Tue – Thu: 16:00 – 22:00 / Fri – Sat: 16:00 – 02:00
Suicide Prevention Services
Social Welfare Department

24-hour Helplines 

Caritas Family Crisis Support Centre (Crisis Hotline)
Hospital Authority Mental Health Hotline
Suicide Prevention Services
The Samaritans (Multi-Lingual Suicide Prevention Services)
The Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong
Youth Outreach
18111 Mental Health Support Hotline
(English Version)
情緒通18111精神健康支援熱線
(Chinese Version)

# Please contact the organizations directly or refer to their websites for up-to-date information.

The College is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for all students including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Your Faculty Student Affairs Coordinator and Programme Leader are available to support you when needed.

To request for special learning arrangements, please submit the following to the College Office (1/F, UOWCHK):

  1. a completed declaration form (Download Declaration Form);
  2. one copy of each of the supporting documents (as required in the form);
  3. your HKID Card or Student ID Card (for identification purpose only).

 

Support Services Available for Students with Special Educational Needs:

Special Examination Arrangements

If students have a condition that might impact on their ability to perform in examinations, they can apply for special examination arrangements. Examples include:

  • Extended time for examinations
  • Use of assistive technology such as a screen reader
  • Sitting examinations in a separate room
  • Extra time on short loan or reserve books

Academic Support

Academic advisors, tutorial services, early dissemination of handouts, flexible study programme

Professional Support

  • Career advisory services
  • Consultation services provided by clinical psychologist

Counselling Services

The College provides counselling services to help students adjust to college life, cope with problems effectively, and enhance their personal growth and development.

Accessible Facilities

  • Accessible washrooms
  • Lifts
  • Automatic doors

Internships

Details of internship schemes for students with SEN are usually announced via College broadcasts or emailed directly to declared students.

 

For enquiries about SEN declaration, please contact The Student Centre:

Telephone: 2707 3215
Whatsapp: 2707 3179
Email: uowchk-ss@uow.edu.au

 

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Positive Psychology

The more developed a society, the more intense feelings of loss and unhappiness within an individual. Developed society like the United States, rates of depression are ten times higher today than they were in the 1960’s. The average age for onset of depression also turns much younger. So, what can we do to make ourselves happier ? This is one of the reasons why “Positive Psychology” is receiving more and more attention in the recent years.

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Overcoming grief and bereavement

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Common Mental Problems
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# The information is updated in October 2024. Please feel free to contact the Student Centre if you would like to learn more.