The University Town as a Global Gamble The Northern Metropolis University Town, a sprawling complex on Hong Kong's outskirts, has evolved from a planning concept to a real estate project and, more significantly, a test of the city's ambitions in higher education.
With 19 proposals from local institutions competing for a spot in the 1,000 hectare development, this university town is no longer just about building new campuses or attracting international names.
The changing landscape of global academia has put Hong Kong's universities at a crossroads.