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

MPhil-PhD in Government and Public Administration

Doctoral · Social

MPhil-PhD in Government and Public Administration

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

About this programme

This is a research-type programme leading to the degree of MPhil or PhD in Government and Public Administration. Students admitted to the MPhil stream and the PhD stream will take the same courses, but with higher requirements for PhD students. MPhil students with outstanding results may apply for transferral to the PhD stream, whereas PhD students performing unsatisfactorily will be transferred to the MPhil stream. The programme thus provides flexibility for conversion between the two streams. Applicants without a master’s degree can apply for the PhD stream directly.

Level
Doctoral
Field
Social
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, all applicants for the MPhil and PhD Streams are required to submit a two- or three-page statement of purpose to elaborate on their research interests and identify potential supervisors. Applicants for the PhD Stream are also required to submit a writing sample such as a master thesis or a research paper, and a research proposal (3-5 pages).

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.

Scholarships available (6)

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