[Macau, February 23, 2025] From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, the University of Macau held its 2025 Open Day. The event attracted a large number of students and parents to visit, showcasing the university's teaching facilities, academic programs, faculty strength, and rich extracurricular activities comprehensively. Among them, the School of Liberal Arts, with its unique educational philosophy and outstanding achievements, became a major highlight of the Open Day.
Group photo of the staff
Since its establishment in 2020, the School of Liberal Arts has always adhered to the educational philosophy of "balancing general education and specialization," committed to cultivating students' critical thinking, cross-cultural communication skills, and global vision. The school has achieved both qualitative and quantitative improvements in teaching and academic research and has reaped fruitful results in internationalization and student exchange programs. It is reported that several students from the school have participated in the 2+2 dual-degree program with the University of Reading in the UK and received the Chancellor's Scholarship. Many of the first graduating class have been admitted to universities ranked in the top 100 globally. The popular exchange student program every semester fully demonstrates the outstanding capabilities of the students from the School of Liberal Arts.
At the Open Day venue, the School of Liberal Arts' experience projects and booths attracted the attention of many students and parents. The school showcased its unique educational model and rich academic resources to visitors through display boards, videos, and on-site explanations. Professor Wen Hui Leung, Vice-Rector of the University of Macau and Dean of the School of Liberal Arts, said, "The School of Liberal Arts focuses on cultivating students' independent thinking and problem-solving abilities. We hope that students here not only learn knowledge but also learn how to learn and how to face future challenges." She also emphasized that the school will continue to promote internationalization and provide more opportunities for students to interact with prestigious international universities, enabling them to develop better in a globalized context.
Coffee Experience Course
Jewelry Appreciation Experience
The faculty strength of the School of Liberal Arts and the high-level papers published in Q1 journals are also highlights. The school has gathered a group of well-known scholars and experts from around the world, who have not only achieved excellence in academic fields but are also beloved by students for their rich teaching experience and unique teaching styles. During the interaction session of the Open Day, the faculty and students of the School of Liberal Arts warmly shared their learning and life experiences with visitors, giving them a more intuitive understanding of the school's educational model and academic atmosphere.
Answering Inquiries
In addition, the School of Liberal Arts also focuses on cultivating students' practical abilities, actively conducting various academic lectures, cultural activities, and social practice projects. Through these activities, students exercise their communication skills, teamwork abilities, and sense of social responsibility in practice. They also broaden their horizons and enhance their understanding and tolerance of different cultures.
Group Photo of Activity Student Volunteers
The successful hosting of the University of Macau's Open Day has provided students and parents with an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the university. The outstanding performance of the School of Liberal Arts has won more attention and support for the school's future development. Dean Wen Hui Leung is confident about the school's development. She said, "The School of Liberal Arts will continue to adhere to its unique educational philosophy and cultivate more outstanding talents with an international vision and innovative capabilities for society."
