Established in 1985 and 1971 respectively, Caritas Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) and Caritas Bianchi College of Careers (CBCC) enjoyed a long tradition as caring institutions, offering post-secondary education courses.

In 2011, CIHE was accorded the degree awarding status by Hong Kong government under CAP. 320. Working closely with CBCC, which focuses on sub-degrees, CIHE strives to become the future Saint Francis University.

This bi-college system offers flexible and diverse advancement pathways covering Master's Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, Associate Degree, Higher Diploma and Diploma programmes in over 35 subject areas, to empower students from all walks of life with quality vocational and professional education.