While a score of seven points out of a maximum of 42 in Hong Kong’s Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) exams might seem low to some, for non-verbal student Tam Chun-yu it is a massive accomplishment, achieved by typing his answers with just one finger.At the Hong Kong Red Cross John F Kennedy Centre, Tam, 20, was among candidates receiving their DSE results on Wednesday, securing level 2 passes in English, Chinese and information and communication technology (ICT), and a level 3 in Chinese writing.Tam achieved these results despite living with severe cerebral palsy and spastic diplegia – conditions that have steadily worsened since high school, progressing from a walking disability to severe spinal curvature and speech difficulties.
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DSE candidates overcome physical challenges to achieve hard-earned results
Tam Chun-yu, a 20-year-old non-verbal student, achieved significant results in Hong Kong's Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) exams, receiving his results on Wednesday at the Hong Kong Red Cross John F Kennedy Centre. Despite severe cerebral palsy and spastic diplegia, which have worsened over time, Tam secured level 2 passes in English, Chinese, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT), along with a level 3 in Chinese writing.
Kate ChanSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-07-15 · 15:18 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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Tam Chun-yu, a 20-year-old non-verbal student, achieved significant results in Hong Kong's Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) exams, receiving his results on Wednesday at the Hong Kong Red Cross John F Kennedy Centre. Despite severe cerebral palsy and spastic diplegia, which have worsened over time, Tam secured level 2 passes in English, Chinese, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT), along with a level 3 in Chinese writing. He accomplished this by typing his answers with one finger, demonstrating a remarkable effort in overcoming his physical challenges. His achievement is highlighted as a major accomplishment, with his score of seven points out of a possible 42 representing hard-earned success.
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Tam Chun-yu, a non-verbal student with severe cerebral palsy and spastic diplegia, achieved a score of seven points out of 42 in the DSE exams.
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