International Foundation Year Programme (IFYP) equips students from different countries with the skills and knowledge required for undergraduate courses at Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU). It offers an alternative path to further studies at HKSYU apart from mainstream public examinations such as GCE, A-Levels or International Baccalaureate (IB). In this programme, international students will improve their academic English Language proficiency and enhance their study skills and understanding of arts, social science, and business. Students who complete this programme and fulfil specific GPA and language requirements will be eligible for many undergraduate programmes from HKSYU.

SUPERNOVA will assist students from different countries in adapting to the European education system and developing language and academic skills at an appropriate level for successful progression to an undergraduate course at some of the best and most innovative European universities, including NOVA and some of its partners. Students are guaranteed progression to the first year of a relevant degree at one of these partner Universities, provided the progression criteria are met.

This course has been designed to produce future professionals who can positively address the challenges that health and social care presents.