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For the 2024/25 academic year, the overall average annual salary of graduates from University Grants Committee (UGC)-funded full-time bachelor’s degree programmes who were in full-time employment was HK$336,000. This figure is the headline for the core query “Hong Kong UGC graduate salary by subject 2026.” The following subject-level averages are also verified for the same cohort and year:
- Medicine, Dentistry and Health: HK$554,000
- Education: HK$363,000
- Science: HK$299,000
- Social Sciences: HK$294,000
- Business and Management: HK$292,000
- Engineering and Technology: HK$287,000
- Arts and Humanities: HK$279,000
These figures are based on the latest official data published by the UGC, as of 17 August 2026. They reflect annual average salaries, not starting salaries, and apply only to graduates of UGC-funded full-time bachelor’s programmes who were in full-time employment after graduation.
Data source and coverage
The statistics are published by the University Grants Committee (UGC) through its official portal, accessible at cdcf.ugc.edu.hk/ssapi/topic/student/es/ALL. The UGC is the government-appointed body responsible for allocating public funding to eight tertiary institutions in Hong Kong. The dataset is also mirrored on the Hong Kong government’s open data portal (DATA.GOV.HK).
The data covers graduates of UGC-funded full-time bachelor’s degree programmes who were in full-time employment at the time of the survey. It does not include graduates who were unemployed, pursuing further studies, or employed part-time. The figures are annual averages, not median or starting salaries.
Subject-level averages explained
The subject categories follow the UGC’s broad academic programme classification. The highest-paying category is Medicine, Dentistry and Health, with an average annual salary of HK$554,000, followed by Education at HK$363,000. Science, Social Sciences, and Business and Management cluster in the HK$290,000–300,000 range, while Engineering and Technology and Arts and Humanities are slightly lower.
It is important to note that these are broad category averages. Individual programmes within each category may vary significantly. The UGC does not publish programme-level salary data in this dataset.
Verification and limitations
All figures presented in this article have been verified against the official UGC source as of 17 August 2026. However, the UGC may update these statistics in subsequent years. For the most current data, readers should always refer to the official UGC portal. This article does not predict future salary trends or guarantee any particular salary outcome.
FAQ
What is the overall average salary for UGC-funded graduates in 2024/25?
The overall average annual salary for graduates of UGC-funded full-time bachelor’s programmes who were in full-time employment was HK$336,000 for the 2024/25 academic year.
Which subject category has the highest average salary?
Medicine, Dentistry and Health has the highest average annual salary at HK$554,000, according to the same 2024/25 data.
Are these starting salaries or annual averages?
These are annual average salaries, not starting salaries. The figures reflect the average annual earnings of graduates who were in full-time employment at the time of the survey.
How often does the UGC update these salary statistics?
The UGC publishes salary data annually. The figures in this article are for the 2024/25 academic year and were accessed on 17 August 2026. Future updates may be available on the official UGC portal.
Do these figures apply to all graduates of UGC-funded programmes?
No. The figures apply only to graduates of UGC-funded full-time bachelor’s degree programmes who were in full-time employment at the time of the survey. Graduates of sub-degree, taught postgraduate, or research postgraduate programmes are not included in this dataset.
Can I use these figures to estimate my future salary?
No. These are historical averages for a specific cohort and subject category. Individual salaries depend on many factors, including employer, industry, experience, and job role. The UGC does not provide salary projections.