Master of Teaching / Medium of Instruction: Chinese (mainly Putonghua)

This programme is suitable for fresh graduates and teachers at different stages of their careers,  interested in pursuing advanced studies preparing them for future school leadership.

Participants are required to complete a total of 8 courses (24 credit points) for graduation.

In 2027/28, the Master of Teaching / Medium of Instruction: Chinese (mainly Putonghua) Programme will offer the following specialisation(s). Participants can choose one of the followings:

• 中國語言及文學的學與教 (Learning and Teaching of Chinese Language and Literature)
• 課程發展 (Curriculum Development)
• 數碼化教學 (Digital Approaches for Teaching Advancement)
• 創新教與學 (Innovative Teaching and Learning)

The following specialisation(s) will be offered in the Master of Teaching / Medium of Instruction: English Programme in 2027/28:

• English Language Education

Applicants may apply for credit transfer for up to 9 credit points:

• Graduates from the 5-year Bachelor of Education Programmes of the EdUHK may apply for credit transfer if they have studied MTeach specialisation courses as electives in their senior years of study.
• Participants have attended courses for the Certificate of Professional Development Programmes or other Master’s degree programmes of which the standards and contents match those of the MTeach Programme’s courses, may apply for credit transfer.

Classes in the same or different semester(s) may be scheduled on weekday daytime/evenings, weekends and/or during long holidays at the Tai Po Campus / Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre and/or other locations as decided by the University.

The medium of instruction for all core courses and specialisation courses is Chinese (mainly Putonghua).

Tuition Fee (Provisional and subject to adjustment):

Non-local students: HK$200,000

Local students: HK$160,000

The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.

Applicants should hold a recognised bachelor’s degree and a recognised teacher’s qualification, or equivalent.

Applicants may be required to attend an interview/test.

Remark: Please note that this programme will not lead to a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) qualification. To acquire a QTS in Hong Kong, a person should obtain a local Teacher's Certificate or Post-graduate Diploma / Certificate in Education or equivalent qualifications.

Master of Teaching / Medium of Instruction: Chinese (mainly Putonghua) Entrance Scholarship

The MTeach (CMI) Entrance Scholarship (The Scholarship) was established with the following objectives: 

1. to encourage teachers’ pursuit of higher qualifications and professionalism;
2. to promote the Master of Teaching / Medium of Instruction: English Programme (MTeach (CMI)) and attract highly qualified candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

The Scholarship is available to both local and non-local full-time serving teachers who meet the following criteria:

1. Meet the admission requirements of the MTeach (CMI) Programme or the respective Area of Focus, if applicable.
2. Have a minimum of one year of teaching experience in local or non-local schools, including pre-primary institutions, primary, secondary, special schools, or higher education institutions, OR have relevant working experience in their chosen Area of Focus.
3. Have submitted an application for the MTeach (CMI) Programme through EdUHK's Online Application System and accepted the admission offer.
4. Register for the MTeach (CMI) Programme offered by The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK).
5. NOT an awardee of the Scholarship for Teachers (Pursuit of Master’s Degree Programmes) provided by the Education Bureau (EDB) or the UGC Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowship Scheme.

Nomination and Selection

Applicants who fulfil the criteria as stipulated in the Eligibility Criteria and interested in applying for the Scholarship must send an email to mteachcmi@eduhk.hk on or before 31 May of each year. The email should include the following information:

1. Intention to apply for the Scholarship.
2. Attached documents:
   • CV detailing relevant qualifications or experiences;
   • One recommendation letter completed by the principal/ leader of the applicant’s current school or an academic staff member from a university; and
   • Proof of at least one year of teaching experience in local or non-local schools.

Applicants who meet the above requirements will be considered for the Scholarship.

• Students who have fulfilled the programme requirements will be conferred the degree upon the approval of the University's Academic Board. The University bears no responsibility for the evaluation of its degrees outside of Hong Kong. Students are advised to consult with the relevant authority(ies) for the prevailing rules/regulations.
• Individuals who would seek qualification certification in Chinese Mainland after graduation should contact the Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) 中國(教育部) 留學服務中心 (https://www.cscse.edu.cn) for updated details.
• The certification in Chinese Mainland is an independent process from the conferral of academic qualification in Hong Kong by the University. For the avoidance of doubt, no warranties are given in respect of individual graduate's qualification certification or recognition in Chinese Mainland or any other professional qualification or license outside Hong Kong.
• CSCSE  takes a very prudent approach in evaluating each application, including the students' residential period in Hong Kong during the entire study period. When evaluating graduates' credentials, the full border entry and exit records of individual applicants will be examined.
• Students who would pursue credential recognition should be aware that short stays in Hong Kong during the study period may not fulfil the CSCSE residential requirements, leading to possible uncertainty and risks to their credential recognition.
• Students are seriously advised to consider the above when making personal plans, such as accommodation and travel plans from Hong Kong, etc. and make necessary arrangements where appropriate.
• It is the responsibility of the students to be familiar with and comply with the University regulations and guidelines governing the Taught Postgraduate Programmes. Students should refer to the Graduate School website for the General Academic Regulations and the Code of Practice for Taught Postgraduate Programmes for details.
• Students shoulStudents should consult with CSCSE if they have any enquiries.