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FAQs
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How should I submit my application?
You are strongly encouraged to submit your application online www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/online/ before the application deadline. If you are a non-local applicant, please apply as early as possible allowing sufficient time for visa application. |
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Will the programme accept late application?
Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis. Applicants are therefore advised to apply early. |
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What are the entrance requirements?
Applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or equivalent with music as either major or minor subject. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil the minimum English proficiency requirements. Please refer to the programme information for details. |
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I am a final-year university student. Can I apply for the MA(ME) programme?
Yes, you can. Your registration will be confirmed subject to your successful completion of the degree studies. |
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Do I need to attend any admission interview?
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend admission interviews, details of which will be given to individual applicants. However, if you have not been invited to an interview, you should not assume that you are not being considered for admission. Successful applicants will receive individual notifications by mail. |
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Will I be granted credit exemption from my relevant previous studies?
If you have relevant postgraduate qualifications, you can apply for credit exemption from some courses which will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
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Is this MA(ME) a UGC-funded programme or self-funded programme?
This is a self-funded programme. Students will be required to pay a tuition fee of HK$163,000 (subject to adjustment) for the whole programme. Tuition fees will be charged on credit basis and each credit point costs HK$6,792. |
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Am I eligible to apply for the MA(ME) programme if I hold a non-local university degree?
Non-local degrees are also accepted provided that they are of a level equivalent to a recognised local degree. The University will assess applicants' non-local qualifications on an individual basis. |

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Can you tell me the definition of "non-local applicants"? Will non-local applicants be accepted to the MA(ME) programme?
Starting from the 2019/20 intake cohort, a new definition of Non-local Students (NLS) will be adopted in accordance with the HKSAR Government policy.
If you hold one of the following documents issued by the Director of Immigration, you are regarded as a non-local student for the purpose of admission to our programme.
• student visa / entry permit; or
• visa under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG); or
• dependent visa / entry permit (You were 18 years old or above when you were first issued with such visa / entry permit by the Immigration Department of the HKSAR.)
Definition of local and non-local applicants is as listed here. To make direct enquiries on the definition of non-local students, please contact the Education Bureau (EDB) [Email: edbinfo@edb.gov.hk / Fax: (852) 2804 6499].
We welcome non-local applicants to apply for our MA(ME) programme and you can rest assured that indication of residence status does not form a criterion for selection. You are advised to apply as early as possible, allowing sufficient time for visa application.
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I am a non-local applicant. Do I need to pay a higher tuition fee?
This is a self-funded programme. Local and non-local applicants pay the same level of tuition fee. |
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I am a non-Chinese speaker. Can I apply for the MA(ME) programme?
We welcome applications from non-Chinese speakers. As the medium of instruction is English, you are expected to have an adequate level of proficiency in English so that you will not be hindered by the teaching medium. |
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Is MA(ME) a taught postgraduate programme or a research postgraduate programme?
This is a taught postgraduate programme focusing more on coursework. Students are required to take 24 credit points in order to complete the programme. |
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Is it possible to pursue my part-time MA(ME) programme in the University while at the same time study a full-time degree programme at another institution? According to the University's "Double Registration" policy, students who are enrolled in any full-time award-bearing programmes (lasting for one year or longer) of the University are not permitted to simultaneously register for another qualification at the University or a post-secondary qualification at any institutions except with prior approval by the Board of Graduate Studies. Violation of this regulation will lead to discontinuation of studies from the University. In case of doubt, students should seek advice from the Board of Graduate Studies (via the Graduate School). |
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I hope to seek some advice before making the final choice. Whom should I contact if I wish to solicit the advice?
You are welcome to contact the Department of Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA) at (852) 2948 8410 / 29488050 or via email at mame@eduhk.hk. |

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Important Notes for Students from Mainland China on Overseas Credential Evaluation (國(境)外學歷學位認證)
- 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 Mainland China 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 Mainland China 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 Mainland China 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.
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