Faculty
Social Science
Division
Social Science
Study Mode
Full-time
Part-time
Normative Study Period

3 years

4 years

Minimum Units Required

33 units

Tuition Fee

HK$600,000 within the normative study period

Additional tuition fees will be charged for each term beyond the normative study period.

Funding Nature: Self-financed

Admission Requirements

In addition to the general requirements and English Language Proficiency of the Graduate School, applicants should possess:
1. a Master’s degree in social science or related fields from a well-qualified university or education institution; and
2. at least 5 years of recent full-time employment or professional experience at the management level in a public, non-profit, or private sector organization.

Applicants with a substantial portfolio of creative works and professional accomplishments in the relevant area will have an advantage.

The following documents should be submitted in the application dossier:

  • Certified academic transcripts and certificates of the applicant's previous studies;
  • A CV that summarizes the applicant's work experience and other relevant accomplishments;
  • A one-page statement of study purpose; and
  • Proof of English language proficiency.

An interview by the Admission Panel may be required.

Application Deadline

30 April 2027

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged.

Contact

Professor Carlos LO

fsscdss@cuhk.edu.hk

Room 111, Sino Building,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong