Curriculum
HLC offers a flexible and diverse curriculum aimed at giving students a strong foundation across eight Key Learning Areas. This approach not only encourages academic excellence but also creates an inspiring learning atmosphere.
Junior Forms (S.1 – S.3)
To promote the holistic development of students' intellectual abilities, HLC offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to address the varied needs, levels and strengths of all learners. Students in S.1 to S.3 participate in a challenging yet balanced curriculum that continually motivates and equips them for advanced studies.
This curriculum includes a variety of subjects such as languages, mathematics, science, personal, social and humanities education, physical education, arts and technology.
Subject Area | Description |
Languages | English language, Chinese language |
Mathematics | Core mathematics and extended modules M1 and M2 |
Science | Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
Personal, Social and Humanities Studies | Citizenship, Economics and Society, Chinese History, Geography, History |
Physical Education | Physical and Health Education |
Arts | Visual arts and music |
Technology | Computer Literacy |
Senior Forms (S.4 – S.6)
Introduction of S4-6 Curriculum pdf
HKDSE Curriculum
In the senior forms, students take core subjects including English, Chinese, Mathematics, and Citizenship and Social Development, along with three electives selected from a broad range of options leading to the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE). To ensure a well-rounded education, all senior students are required to complete a minimum of physical education, music, media education, and visual arts.
They also have the option to pursue extended math modules (M1 – Calculus & Statistics or M2 – Algebra & Calculus).
Curriculum Breakdown :
The senior secondary curriculum consists of three major components:
- Core Subjects: Mandatory subjects include English Language, Chinese Language, Mathematics (core only or core + extended modules), Citizenship and Social Development.
- Electives: Students may choose a maximum of three subjects from seven key learning areas:
Subject Area | Description |
Personal, Social and Humanities Education | Chinese History, Economics, Geography, Tourism and Hospitality Studies, and History |
Science Education | Physics, Chemistry, and Biology |
Technology Education | Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Information and Communication Technology |
Arts Education | Music, Visual Arts, Media Education |
Chinese Language Education | Chinese Literature |
English Language Education | English Literature |
Physical Education | Physical Education |
- Other Learning Experiences: Senior students are required to engage in physical education, Media Education, Music, and Visual Arts.
- Some students may apply for Applied Learning courses, Japanese and Korean in Joint-School Programme.
International Curriculum
HLC also offers an International A-Level (IAL), which is equivalent to the GCE, alongside the HKDSE, providing students with an opportunity to pursue an alternative curriculum based on their skills and proficiencies. Starting in S.4, students can participate in an integrated curriculum that combines HKDSE and IGCSE content as a bridge to IAL. In S.5 and S.6, they progress to Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Levels (IAL), with options to take A/AS-level examinations in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics—broadening their global university opportunities.
This dual-curriculum approach offers flexibility and prepares students for a range of academic and career goals. Although the majority of HLC students will follow the DSE curriculum in their senior NSS years, the IAL serves as a practical alternative, providing a more suitable pathway for certain students.