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The basic qualification necessary for admission to research postgraduate studies is a good honours degree from this University or an equivalent qualification from a comparable institution.
Applicants from institutions outside Hong Kong where the language of teaching and examination is not entirely in English are required to provide documents to prove their English language proficiency.
The main round of applications for research degrees are invited until December 1, 2023. Clearing round applications may be invited after the main round is completed. Applicants are advised to apply early in case all places of study are filled in the main round.
| 2024 – 25 | Application Dates of Each Admission Round | Scholarships/Fellowships Available |
|---|---|---|
| Main Round | September 1, 2023 – December 1, 2023 | HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme (HKU-PS) Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPF) Initial Application to Research Grants Council: September 1, 2023 – December 1, 2023 noon Full Application to HKU: September 1, 2023 – December 1, 2023 Postgraduate Scholarships (PGS) |
| 1st Clearing Round | December 2, 2023 – April 30, 2024 | HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme Postgraduate Scholarships |
| 2nd Clearing Round | May 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024 |
Successful MPhil applicants will commence studies on either September 1, 2024 or January 1, 2025. Successful PhD applicants may commence their studies on the first day of any calendar month during the academic year.
All applications have to be submitted to the Online Application System by the respective closing dates.
Supporting documents:
A. Certificates and complete transcripts of undergraduate and postgraduate studies
B. Statement of research interest or research proposal (Research Proposal Form)
C. Two academic referee’s reports
D. Official score report of one of the following English Language Proficiency Tests:
[For applicants from institutions outside Hong Kong where the language of instruction and examination is not entirely in English]
| TOEFL - Internet-based test (taken within a two-year period) | ||
|---|---|---|
| An overall score of 85 or above | ||
| IELTS (Academic module) (taken within a two-year period) | Overall score – 6.5; All sub-score – not lower than 6 | |
| GCE | Grade C or above | |
| IGCSE | Grade C or above | |
| CPE | Grade C or above | |
E. Writing sample (in PDF format):
F. Documentary proof of proficiency in the language(s) necessary for research OR a written statement outlining current language abilities (including years of formal study), and future course of study.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Please refer to the Supporting Documents at the Graduate School for the submission arrangement and details.