HKU Master of Economics Application 2008
Personal Information Collection Statement
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1. 2.
This is a statement to inform you of your rights under the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. Personal information is provided by you as an applicant through the completion of application forms designated for various purposes, e.g. for admission to a programme of study, for an exchange programme, for hall admissions, and for provision of facilities or services. Data collected are used specifically for the purposes prescribed in the application forms and will serve
c) a) b)
as a basis for selection of applicants;
as evidence for verification of the applicant’s examination results, academic records and other information; and
where applicable, as part of the applicant’s official student records.
3.
In the case of (c) above, information so incorporated into student files will be used for all purposes relating to the student’s studies as required by the relevant regulations and procedures of the University.
Personal data will be kept confidential and handled by the University’s staff members. The
University may transfer some of the data to an agent or other persons appointed to undertake some of its academic and administrative functions.
Under the provisions of the Ordinance, you have the right to request the University to ascertain whether it holds your personal data, to be given a copy, and to apply for correction of the data, if deemed incorrect.
Applications for access to and correction of personal data should be made by using a special request form and on payment of a fee. Such applications as well as requests for information should be addressed to the Data Protection Officer, Registry, The University of Hong Kong.
4. 5.
Declaration 1. I have noted the general points pursuant to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. 2. I authorize The University of Hong Kong to use, check and process my data as required for my
application. I accept that all the data in this form and those the University is authorized to obtain will be used for purposes related to the processing and administration of my application in the university context.
3. I authorize The University of Hong Kong to obtain, and the relevant examination authorities,
assessment bodies or academic institutions in Hong Kong and elsewhere to release, any and all information about my public examination results, records of studies or professional qualifications, I also authorize the University to use my data in this form for the purpose of obtaining such information.
4. I understand that upon successful application, my data will become a part of my student record and
may be used for all purposes as prescribed under relevant rules and regulations as well as attendant procedures, so long as I remain student of this University.
5. I declare that the information given in support of this application is accurate and complete. I
understand that any misrepresentation will disqualify my application.
Signature
Date
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HKU Master of Economics Application 2008
Request for Statement of Reference
To the applicant:
Name
Correspondence Address
(as in your ID card/passport)
It may help you to meet deadlines if you indicate to your referee the date by which you must receive this form (see below* ). Be sure to give both the form and an envelope to your referee. Address the envelope to yourself. The sealed envelope is to be sent to the University with your other application materials. The comments will be used for admissions purposes only and will not become part of your permanent file.
To the referee:
The person named above is a Master of Economics applicant to The University of Hong Kong. The Admissions Committee attaches considerable weight to the statements made by the referees the applicant has selected. You will greatly assist the members of the Committee and the applicant by completing this form. It is recommended that you keep a copy for your files in case the original might be lost in the mail. The Committee is aware of the time necessary to prepare such an assessment and gratefully acknowledges your help. The comments will be used for admissions purposes only and will not become part of a student’s permanent file. Under the provisions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, applicants have the rights to request access to their personal data. We would be pleased to provide you with additional information about our Programme if it will assist in any way.
Please return the form in the envelope addressed to the applicant after sealing and signing your name across the flap.
* The applicant requests that you return the form to him/her by
(date to be filled in by applicant)
Name of referee (please print or type)
Position/Title
School/Firm
Address
1. How long have you known the applicant and in what context? Please comment on the frequency of your interaction. 2. What are the applicant’s principal strengths?
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Request for Statement of Reference (continued)
3. In what areas can the applicant improve?
4. In your opinion, has the applicant given careful consideration to his or her plans for entry into the
Master of Economics Programme?
5. Please use the following scale to compare the applicant with others* you have known during your professional career.
* Indicate the peer reference group to which the applicant is compared: Intellectual ability Analytical ability Leadership skills Ability to work with others Compassion Self confidence Maturity Initiative Creativity Persistence and drive Oral communication skills Written communication skills Overall Rating of Candidate Outstanding Top 5% Excellent Top 10% Above Average Top 25% Average Top 50% Below Average Bottom 50% Unable to Judge 6. Please comment on the ratings above and feel free to make additional statements concerning the applicant’s accomplishments, managerial potential, and other personal qualities. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
May we call you if the Admissions Committee feels that it would be helpful to contact you by phone regarding the applicant? If yes, please provide us with your daytime telephone number: Signature Date
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HKU Master of Economics Application 2008
Request for Statement of Reference
To the applicant:
Name
Correspondence Address
(as in your ID card/passport)
It may help you to meet deadlines if you indicate to your referee the date by which you must receive this form (see below* ). Be sure to give both the form and an envelope to your referee. Address the envelope to yourself. The sealed envelope is to be sent to the University with your other application materials. The comments will be used for admissions purposes only and will not become part of your permanent file.
To the referee:
The person named above is a Master of Economics applicant to The University of Hong Kong. The Admissions Committee attaches considerable weight to the statements made by the referees the applicant has selected. You will greatly assist the members of the Committee and the applicant by completing this form. It is recommended that you keep a copy for your files in case the original might be lost in the mail. The Committee is aware of the time necessary to prepare such an assessment and gratefully acknowledges your help. The comments will be used for admissions purposes only and will not become part of a student’s permanent file. Under the provisions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, applicants have the rights to request access to their personal data. We would be pleased to provide you with additional information about our Programme if it will assist in any way.
Please return the form in the envelope addressed to the applicant after sealing and signing your name across the flap.
* The applicant requests that you return the form to him/her by
(date to be filled in by applicant)
Name of referee (please print or type)
Position/Title
School/Firm
Address
1. How long have you known the applicant and in what context? Please comment on the frequency
of your interaction.
2. What are the applicant’s principal strengths?
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Request for Statement of Reference (continued)
3. In what areas can the applicant improve?
4. In your opinion, has the applicant given careful consideration to his or her plans for entry into
the Master of Economics Programme?
5. Please use the following scale to compare the applicant with others* you have known during your
professional career.
* Indicate the peer reference group to which the applicant is compared: Intellectual ability Analytical ability Leadership skills Ability to work with others Compassion Self confidence Maturity Initiative Creativity Persistence and drive Oral communication skills Written communication skills Overall Rating of Candidate Outstanding Top 5% Excellent Top 10% Above Average Top 25% Average Top 50% Below Average Bottom 50% Unable to Judge 6. Please comment on the ratings above and feel free to make additional statements concerning the
applicant’s accomplishments, managerial potential, and other personal qualities. Attach an additional sheet if necessary.
May we call you if the Admissions Committee feels that it would be helpful to contact you by phone regarding the applicant? If yes, please provide us with your daytime telephone number: Signature Date
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HKU Master of Economics Application 2008
Transcript Request
Please complete the first part of this form and send it to the Institute from which the transcript is requested.
Name:
(as in your ID card/passport) University/College attended:
Dates of attendance:
Title of degree/diploma:
Date of award:
Programme applying for admission at The University of Hong Kong:
*FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Master of Economics Programme (*please delete as appropriate)
To the Officer responsible for issuing transcripts: The applicant named above has applied for admission to the Master of Economics Programme at The University of Hong Kong. Please send one copy of the official transcript together with this form directly to: Academic Services Enquiry Office Room UG-05 Knowles Building The University of Hong Kong Pokfulam Road Hong Kong
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