PhD in Microbiology
Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) · Hong Kong, Hong Kong
About this programme
The programme is research-oriented. Students should show ability for independent work and inform themselves in depth about the fields of knowledge relevant to the topic of their projects. The minimum requirement for students in the PhD programme will be two seminars a year. In addition to satisfying the programme requirements and other requirements as prescribed by the Division, students will be required to submit a research thesis and pass an oral examination before graduation.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Medicine
- 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 recognized Bachelor's degree in a field related to microbiology or the degree of MBChB or equivalent; preferably have a Master's degree in a field related to microbiology.
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)
- CUHK Belt and Road Scholarship (Research PG)Fully funded · Program-dependent
- CUHK Postgraduate StudentshipsFully funded · Program-dependent
- CUHK Vice-Chancellor PhD Scholarship SchemeFully funded · Program-dependent
- Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) at CUHKFully funded · Program-dependent
- CUHK PhD International Mobility for Partnerships and Collaborations (IMPAC) AwardLiving stipend · Program-dependent
- CUHK Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students (General)Unknown · Program-dependent