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Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) · Hong Kong, Hong Kong

MPhil-PhD in Cultural Studies

Doctoral · Arts

MPhil-PhD in Cultural Studies

Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) · Hong Kong, Hong Kong

About this programme

MPhil Stream: Students are required to complete a minimum of 36 units for graduation, including a minimum of 12 units of lecture courses and 24 units of thesis research courses. PhD Stream: Students are required to complete a minimum of 60 units for graduation, including a minimum of 12 units of lecture courses and 48 units of thesis research courses. Students are required to take the thesis research course every term till they graduate.

Level
Doctoral
Field
Arts
Tuition
HKD 47,000 / year
English
IELTS 6.5
Deadline
1 December 2025

Entry requirements

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have a good honours degree in a related field. MPhil applicants should submit a research proposal as well as a sample of writings (preferably a research paper; undergraduate term paper will also be accepted). PhD applicants should submit a research proposal as well as a sample of writings (e.g. a copy of Master's thesis or a representative research paper). In addition, shortlisted applicants are required to attend an interview.

Visa

Visa required
Student Visa / Entry Permit for Study
Application fee
HKD 330
Processing time
Up to 6 weeks

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.

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