Students enrolling into:
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Chinese Media & Communication and Film Sound & Video should only purchase Apple Notebook computers.
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Immersive Media have to own either Apple or Windows notebook computer,
with dedicated graphics.
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Media Post Production and Mass Communication have to own either Apple or Windows notebook computer.
The reasons for Apple's Mac OS requirement for these courses:
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The Apple Notebook computer currently offer superior colour representation which is important in the design and development of creative/media products.
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The creative media industry, for which these diplomas prepare their graduates, is currently, predominantly a Mac OS environment.
Students from
ALL other courses are required to own Windows-based Notebook computers as you will be required to run windows-based software provided by your School.
For course-specific notebook related queries, please
click here for contact details.
Authorized Notebook Suppliers for 2023
Why should I purchase my Notebook from the authorized suppliers?
The Polytechnic has identified several approved suppliers who will sell Notebook computers on the campus at reasonable prices. You are strongly encouraged to buy your Notebook computer from these suppliers because you will enjoy 3 key advantages:
Advantage
#1 : Collective Consumer Protection
The Polytechnic may be able to help arbitrate any genuine complaint that could arise during the 3 years of warranty.
Advantage
#2 : Notebooks with 3-Year On-Site Warranty
The Notebooks come with a 3-Year Warranty, inclusive of all parts (including AC adapter and cord) and labour cost (except for the battery which normally comes with 1-Year Warranty) on-site at your residence or on-campus.
Advantage
#3 : Next-Business Day Service
Our authorized suppliers provide after-sales services on a Next-Business Day basis on-site at your residence or on-campus.
How many Notebooks am I allowed to purchase from the authorized suppliers?Each student is only allowed to purchase ONE unit of Notebook, regardless from which authorized suppliers. It is necessary to show your Student Card or Acceptance of Offer Letter when you place your order and take delivery of your Notebook from the authorized suppliers.