Master of Arts in Global Studies in Education / Medium of Instruction: Chinese (mainly Putonghua)

Date: 27th October, 2026

Time: 3 pm

Language: Putonghua

Format︰WeChat Channels Live streaming

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This programme is meticulously designed for bachelor’s degree holders, including both pre-service and in-service educators, as well as professionals from diverse disciplinary backgrounds. Also for applicants from a wide array of regions who possess a profound interest in the social sciences and aspire to critically engage with global educational issues through an advanced academic lens.

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

Chinese (mainly Putonghua), supplemented by English.

• Applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Applicants should submit a Personal Study Statement of 500-1,000 words articulating their interest in the programme.
• Chinese Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants from countries/regions where Chinese is not the official language are expected to demonstrate a specific level of proficiency in Chinese (Putonghua) to ensure they can fully participate in and benefit from the programme. Acceptable evidence includes one of the following qualifications:

(a) A pass in the Hong Kong Examinations and  Assessment Authority Advanced Level Putonghua Test; or

(b) Level 2B (二级乙等) or above in the Putonghua Proficiency Test (PSC / 普通話水平測試) conducted by the National Language Commission of China; or

(c) Level 3 or above in the oral component of the Language Proficiency Assessment for Teachers (Putonghua) (LPAT(PTH-Oral)) administered by the Hong Kong Education Bureau and Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority; or

(d) Level 5 in the new Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) with at least 70 marks in each of Listening, Reading, and Writing, plus Level Advanced (高级) in the HSK  Speaking Test (HSKK) with at least 70 marks.

• Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.

GSE Postgraduate Entrance Scholarship

This scholarship will be offered to three high-calibre students who are expected to show outstanding academic achievements in their undergraduate studies. A total of three scholarships of HK$30,000 each will be offered to three MA(GSE) (CMI) incoming students in the 2027/28 intake.

GSE Academic Scholarship

This scholarship aims to give recognition to three MA(GSE) (CMI) students who have demonstrated academic excellence, active engagement in co-curricular activities, and significant contributions to the programme. A total of three scholarships of HK$30,000 each will be offered to three MA(GSE) (CMI) students in the year 2027/28.

• 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 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 should consult with CSCSE if they have any enquiries.