Case presented to the Committee of Discontinuation (CoD)
Option 1: Meeting with the CoD
Advising Tips
Help advisees to prepare for the meeting:
- Discuss with them feedback from the FRC (if available)
- See if they have new information to provide to address possible concerns and improve the action plan
- Submit all the information/plan they wish CoD to consider to the CoD Secretary on time (no further information can be considered by CoD after it has made the final decision)
Pros
- One more opportunity to explain their cases
- Might have a chance to continue studies in HKU
Cons
- Transcript will show clearly the status of discontinuation of studies if unsuccessful
Option 2: Voluntary withdrawal
Advising Tips
Direct advisees to the procedures:
- Read the withdrawal guidelines and form on ASE website
- Inform the Faculty Office and complete the withdrawal procedures
Pros
- Transcript will show voluntary withdrawal from studies, without specifying the reasons behind such as unsatisfactory performance or recommendation for discontinuation
- Easier (than in the case of discontinuation) to gain admission or apply for transfer of credits earned at HKU to another university
- Eligible for application for readmission to the same curriculum at HKU in future, which is not allowed for students who are discontinued from their studies
Cons
- Forgo the chance of being allowed to continue by CoD
Hard to decide?
Advising Tips
If they find it hard to decide, suggest the following:
- Check on the available study opportunities in Hong Kong or overseas e.g. admission to UG programme (and chance of getting advance standing), associate degree or higher diploma programme with top-up options, technical certificate
- Seek advice of teachers, family members and mentors
- Discuss different study options with AASO Adviser
- Meet careers advisers at CEDARS for employment information
- Seek professional counselling service at CEDARS-CoPE if necessary
