• Highlights
• Apr 2024
• Bulletin

World’s No.3 Dentistry

Top 3 in QS World University Rankings by Subject for 8 out of 10 years

Professor Thomas Flemmig announces the latest QS ranking at the Faculty reception.

HKU Dentistry’s remarkable academic excellence has once again been recognised with its impressive performance of securing the prestigious 3rd place in QS World University Rankings by Subject in 2024. This latest ranking solidifies HKU's standing as one of the world’s leading institutions for Dentistry. Notably, HKU Dentistry has consistently maintained a top three global ranking position for eight out of the past ten years (2015 – 2024).

Professor Thomas Flemmig, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, expressed his utmost delight and appreciation for the exceptional achievement. He extended his gratitude to the dedicated faculty members who have contributed to this remarkable success. "Maintaining a top-three position for 8 out of 10 years is an unprecedented accomplishment unparalleled by any other dental institution worldwide. It reflects our strong commitment to delivering excellence in teaching, conducting innovative and cutting-edge research, and providing comprehensive high-quality oral healthcare. I am immensely grateful to our colleagues, students, and alumni for their unwavering dedication to nurturing young dental professionals and pushing the boundaries of oral sciences on a global scale."

Faculty members enjoyed a joyous reception at the Faculty Lounge to celebrate the shared pride. Cheers to our continued success and the promising future ahead!

From left: Professor Will Qiao, Assistant Dean (Research) and Clinical Assistant Professor in Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Professor Edward Lo, Tam Wah-Ching Professorship in Dental Science and Professor, Chair of Dental Public Health, Dr Bonnie Chiu, Lecturer in Restorative Dental Sciences, Professor Ollie Yu, Assistant Dean (Knowledge Exchange) and Clinical Assistant Professor in Cariology, and Professor Walter Lam, Clinical Assistant Professor in Prosthodontics celebrate the faculty’s success.

From left: Professor Richard Su, Division Coordinator and Clinical Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Professor Jeffrey Chang, Clinical Assistant Professor in Endodontics, and Professor Lijian Jin, Modern Dental Laboratory Professorship in Clinical Dental Science and Clinical Professor in Periodontology, share joy with the Faculty.

From left: Professor Edmond Pow, Clinical Associate Professor in Prosthodontics, Professor George Pelekos, Clinical Assistant Professor in Periodontology, Professor Michael Botelho, Clinical Professor in Prosthodontics, Dr Pei Liu, Research Assistant Professor, Professor Angeline Lee, Assistant Dean (Taught Postgraduate Education) and Clinical Assistant Professor in Endodontics have a joyful celebration.

Cheers to our remarkable achievements!