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

PhD in English (Applied English Linguistics)

Doctoral · Arts

PhD in English (Applied English Linguistics)

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

About this programme

Students are required to write a research thesis which should make original contributions to Applied English Linguistics. Students are expected to have a good command of English, the official language of the thesis. In addition to the thesis, students must pass two qualifying examinations within a specified period of time before they can be advanced to PhD candidature.

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 1. possess an MA/MPhil degree in Linguistics or a language-related field, OR have completed the first-year course of an MA/MPhil program in Linguistics or a language-related field, before they are considered for admission; 2. have at least one year of relevant professional experience; 3. submit Master's Thesis OR a sample research paper; and 4. submit a 1,500-word research proposal that demonstrates robust theoretical knowledge in the interested field(s) and sound methodological understanding.

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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