Saint Francis University(formerly known as Caritas Institute of Higher Education ), found its home to the Tseung Kwan O – Tiu Keng Leng (TKO) Campus in 2017. Situated alongside the sistering Caritas Bianchi College of Careers (CBCC), SFU and CBCC collaboratively utilize the campus facilities through a sophisticated sky-corridor system. strengthens the bond between students but also serves as a remarkable testament to the distinctive articulation pathway available to students from both institutions. The connected campuses exemplify a shared commitment to educational excellence and provide a conducive environment for learning and growth.
The TKO Campus, housed in a distinguished 9-story building, serves as a symbol of the pursuit of peace and harmony. The campus embraces energy-saving systems and prioritises the infusion of natural light. By employing environmentally friendly design principles, the institute seamlessly integrates nature into campus life, underscoring its dedication to the well-being and holistic development of its students and the wider community. The distinctive school building also received multiple awards (Hyperlinks) including 2019 Building Surveyor Awards - Grand Award 2019, Building Surveyor Awards - New Development Category – Winner Award (Client / Client's representatives), 2018 Quality Building Award - Merit Award (New Building - Government, Institution or Community), 2018 Asia Pacific Property Awards - Public Service Architecture Hong Kong, etc.
The University have handpicked a few locations on the campus for virtual access.
I. Specialised Teaching and Learning Facilities
In response to the diversification of disciplines, the university has established a series of specialised laboratories and facilities dedicated to specific subjects, facilitating teaching and academic development.
1. Health Sciences and Nursing Laboratories and Facilities
The School of Health Sciences has designed a range of facilities, such as Mock-up wards, simulation pharmacies, and laboratories, to provide nursing, health sciences, and dispenser students with hands-on experience in close-to-realistic clinical settings. These facilities are modeled after actual healthcare settings and offer students the opportunity to develop their skills in a practical and immersive environment.
The School of Health Sciences is committed to providing cutting-edge facilities for physiotherapy students. These facilities enable students to cultivate their diagnostic and clinical skills, empowering them to apply their expertise confidently and autonomously once they begin their professional practice.
Level 7 of the CBCC Building is the home of the Department of Design of the Caritas Bianchi College of Careers. On this floor, is a series of design studios with state-of-the-art facilities that can stimulate students' creativities and inspiration across the scope of fashion design, graphic design, interior architecture and film and media production. These studios, are the testing grounds for the students to reach their potential and proofing grounds for the Department's motto of "Design could change the world".
Ip Ying To Lee Yu Yee School of Humanities and Languages has established a simulation classroom for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood Education and Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education programmes. This facility provides an opportunity for students to develop their teaching skills, design learning materials and venues, and gain practical experience in an early childhood education setting. By utilising this simulation classroom, future early education educators can enhance their learning pathway and better prepare themselves for their professional careers.
5. Artificial Intelligence and Digital Entertainment Laboratories
The School of Computing and Information Sciences has established laboratories for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Entertainment Technologies, providing students with opportunities and testing grounds to learn and experiment with AI and digital entertainment technologies. This enables them to stay at the forefront of the information age.
6. Business and Hospitality Management Facilities
The Rita Tong Liu School of Business and Hospitality Management has established a range of simulation and training facilities to provide practical experience to students studying Hospitality Management and Hotel and Tourism Management. These facilities include a training restaurant and bar, simulated guest rooms, and front desk, among others. By utilising these facilities, students are able to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to confidently embark on their career journey in the hospitality industry.
Felizberta Lo Padilla Tong School of Social Sciences has established multiple experimental classrooms to provide students studying social sciences with the opportunity to understand the pulse of society and contribute to social welfare and ethical values.
8. Music Studies Facilities
9. Lecture Theaters, Multimedia classrooms, and Tutorial Rooms
The university also provides several large lecture halls, multimedia classrooms, and tutorial rooms for teaching and various activities. These facilities are designed to accommodate a significant number of students and are equipped with advanced audio-visual systems to facilitate effective teaching and learning.
II. Significant Facilities
The campus buildings are also equipped with various distinctive and supportive facilities that cater to the holistic development of students and enhance their campus life. These facilities are designed to provide a conducive environment for students to thrive academically, as well as to support their personal growth and overall well-being.
1. Campus Commons
2. Wofoo Joseph Lee Roof Garden
3. Library in Memory of Lam Sing Kam cum Florence and Lipton Chuang Learning Commons and Young's Corner
4. Revé Chevalier Multi-Purpose Sports Centre
III. Community Facilities
In addition to educational purposes, the campus also accommodates diverse community facilities that serve the needs of different community groups and seekers. 1. Ss. Francis Chapel
