With scams becoming more sophisticated around the world, we want to help you stay safe and smart.

Last year, there were about 80 scam cases involving HKU students with over HK$22 million lost. This is an alarming trend, and we all need to work together to protect ourselves and each other.

What you need to do
All new students are required to complete the Anti-Scam Quiz within 14 days after finishing your online master registration.

The quiz, titled "CEDARS Anti-Scam Learning Kit," will be available at:
https://moodle-infohub.hku.hk/
(one working day after you complete your online master registration)

Quiz details
• Format: A quick 5-minute multiple-choice quiz on Moodle
• Content: Helpful tips on how to spot and prevent scams
• Passing score: At least 18 out of 22

Deadline & consequences
• You must pass the quiz by 5:00 PM on the deadline.
• If you do not pass on time, you will lose physical access to Chi Wah Learning Commons and all university libraries.
• Don’t worry – access will be restored within 2 working days after you successfully pass the quiz.

Exciting news – Early Completer Awards!
To encourage timely engagement and strong performance, students who complete and pass the quiz with the highest scores by 1 September 2026 will qualify for the Early Completer Awards. Selected students will receive the following souvenirs:
•  An iPhone
• A MacBook Neo
• HKU signature bears

Act fast and learn tips to protect yourself from scams!

This initiative is an important step to keep our campus community safe. Thank you for doing your part!