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JS3240BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics

英文及應用語言學(榮譽)文學士

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

JUPAS JS3240 is BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. 2025 admission median: 4.2 (LQ 4.2). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #226 by latest median. Within Languages, Literature, Translation, rank #14 of 30 (subject average median 4.3). At The Hong Kong Polytechnic University: #27 of 44 programmes. Competition ratio 7.9 (~8 applicants/place). Interview: 不須要. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)
4.2Lower quartile 4.2
Competition ratio (2025)
7.9
Intake
106
Fee / year
HK$47,000
HK rank (by median)
#226/ 382
Rank at university
#27/ 44
Rank in Languages, Literature, Translation
#14/ 30

Admission Data(2025)

Admission Score (Index)
Median4.2/ level 7 (avg per subject)
2Lower quartile 4.27 (5**)

Based on the average level of best subjects — the higher the number, the higher the entry bar (max 7 = 5**).

Competition Ratio
7.9about 8 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants
24
Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants
22
Band A share 92%
Band A share
92%
Places offered
106
Applicant Distribution by Choice Band
Band A(1–3)2292%
Band B(4–6)28%
Band C(7–10)00%
Band D(11–15)00%
Band E(16–20)00%

"Bands" group applicants by where they placed this programme among their JUPAS choices (Band A = choices 1–3, the most sought-after). A higher Band A share indicates a more competitive programme. Places offered is the programme intake. Data from public JUPAS admission statistics, for reference only.

JS3240 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS3240 (BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

YearMedianLower Qvs prev
20254.24.2

Subject context: average median in Languages, Literature, Translation is 4.3. JS3240 at 4.2 is below that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese
3
English
3
Mathematics (Compulsory)
2
Citizenship / LS
1
Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Accepts Applied LearningInterview不須要Band A share 92%

JS3240 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS3240 (BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics) interview status is: 不須要. Interview format, weighting and schedule can change each cycle — always confirm on the official JUPAS / university page before applying.

Scoring Method

2026CE+3X(max weight ×7.4)
中文HHC英文HHC數學 (必修)H數延 (M1/M2)I

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS3240 admission score?
Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for The Hong Kong Polytechnic University BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics (JUPAS JS3240) is 4.2, with a lower quartile of 4.2.
How competitive is JS3240 (BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University?
In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS3240 was 7.9 — about 8 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics?
The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS3240 require an interview?
JUPAS JS3240 (BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics) interview status: 不須要. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics?
The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 2, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS3240 compared with other JUPAS programmes?
By latest admission median (4.2), JS3240 ranks #226 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #14 of 30 in Languages, Literature, Translation, #27 of 44 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.
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