Talented and enthusiastic individuals interested in research, aspiring academics, or those aiming to become teacher educators.
The programme comprises core courses and independent research under the guidance of supervisors and academic advisors.
Students pursuing MPhil or PhD studies are first required to register provisionally for the degree and their registration will be confirmed after successfully undertaking a Confirmation of Candidature. The Confirmation of Candidature is expected to be taken after 12 months of study.
The confirmation process provides an opportunity for the students to submit and obtain recommendations on a plan for the structure of their research programmes, describe the investigative programme, and identify the range of expertise necessary to complete the research.
Application for an upgrade from MPhil to PhD will be considered after confirmation of candidature and completion of the coursework requirements.
The medium of instruction is English.
MPhil
PhD
Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements which may be subject to adjustment:
Individual field of study such as English language may have higher requirements.
# The College English Test (CET) is not accepted as an equivalent qualification.
All full-time research students are automatically considered for Research Postgraduate Studentship. The value of the studentship shall be determined by the University when necessary. The monthly stipend for the 2021-2022 academic year is HK$17,600 (approximately US$2,260) for all MPhil and PhD students and HK$18,100 (approximately US$2,320) for post-candidacy PhD students. Conference and research support will also be provided to each student.
The tuition fee is HK$42,100 (approximately US$5,430) per annum, which is provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.