It normally takes two years (full-time) to complete 22 units. Students must also pass a Portfolio Examination.

Fields of Specialization

The Division focuses geographically on Chinese culture and society (especially South China) and on East and Southeast Asian Studies. Research topics include globalization, gender, heritage, archaeology, tourism, migration, cultures of expertise, cultural psychology, and cultural diversity.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have majored in anthropology or related fields.

Applicants are required to furnish proof of their research capability by submitting samples of writings or publications such as thesis or project reports, and a statement of purpose (2-3 pages) describing why the applicant wants to study anthropology at CUHK and what research project the applicant proposes to carry out. If relevant for research, some evidence of Chinese proficiency is also required for non-native speakers.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The programme is research-oriented. A student may be asked to take additional courses or tutorials, and will be required to present an annual written progress report to his/her supervisor. After passing the Qualifying Examination and submitting a Research Proposal for a project requiring nine to twelve months of fieldwork, the student advances to PhD Candidature. On return from the fieldwork, the student will prepare a thesis based on the fieldwork research.

Fields of Specialization

The Division focuses geographically on Chinese culture and society (especially South China) and on East and Southeast Asian Studies. Research topics include globalization, gender, heritage, archaeology, tourism, migration, cultures of expertise, cultural psychology, and cultural diversity.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should possess a master's degree in anthropology from CUHK or other recognized universities. Applicants with a background in fields other than anthropology may be considered for conditional admission.

Applicants are required to furnish proof of their research capability by submitting samples of writings or publications such as thesis or project reports, and a statement of purpose (2-3 pages) describing why the applicant wants to study anthropology at CUHK and what research project the applicant proposes to carry out. If relevant for research, some evidence of Chinese proficiency is also required for non-native speakers.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The MPhil student is required to complete a minimum of 18 units of courses, including:

• Two required courses (a total of 6 units).
• Two elective seminars or courses offered by related programmes and departments (a total of 6 units).
• A Thesis Guidance course every term from the beginning of the second year of study until the Master's thesis is finally submitted (a total of 6 units). 

Students are required to complete an MPhil thesis and to pass an oral defense of the thesis. English should be used in both the thesis and the oral defense. 

At the completion of their programme, students will be required to demonstrate ability to read Chinese articles in academic journals in the appropriate field of specialization.

Fields of Specialization

The MPhil in Chinese Studies programme in the Centre for China Studies is devoted to advanced research training in the interdisciplinary study of Chinese history, economy, politics and business, literature, film, religion, culture and society.

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should submit the following supporting application materials:

1. a research proposal, at least 5 pages in length and written in English.
2. a paper on a topic related to Chinese Studies, at least 10 pages in length and written in English.
3. applicants should have a good result in Chinese language paper in Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (AS Level), Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, GCSE, A-level GCE, SAT 1, SAT AP, HSK, STAMP or equivalent examinations. Alternatively, applicants can submit a sample paper of at least 5 pages in length written in Chinese to demonstrate proficiency in Chinese to work on Chinese materials as needed for the thesis research. Applicants who have taken a degree programme of which the medium of instruction was Chinese do not need to provide the aforementioned public examination results or sample paper.
4. a CV.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The PhD student is required to complete a minimum of 27 units of courses, including:

• Two required courses (a total of 6 units).
• Three elective seminars or courses offered by related programmes and departments (a total of 9 units).
• A Thesis Guidance course every term from the beginning of the second year of study (for students admitted with a research master's degree) or the third year of study (for students admitted without a research master's degree) until the doctoral thesis is finally submitted (a total of 12 units). 

Students must pass the qualifying examination. 

Students are required to complete a PhD thesis, which should make substantial contribution to scholarship in the chosen field of specialization, and to pass an oral defense of the thesis. English should be used in both the thesis and the oral defense. 

At the completion of their programme students will be required to demonstrate ability to read Chinese articles in academic journals in the appropriate field of specialization.

Fields of Specialization

The PhD in Chinese Studies programme in the Centre for China Studies is devoted to advanced research training in the interdisciplinary study of Chinese history, economy, politics and business, literature, film, religion, culture and society.

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should submit the following supporting application materials:

1. a detailed research proposal with areas of research interest indicated, about 10 pages in length and written in English.
2. a copy of Master's thesis or sample research paper written in English.
3. applicants should have a good result in Chinese language paper in Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (AS Level), Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, GCSE, A-level GCE, SAT 1, SAT AP, HSK, STAMP or equivalent examinations. Alternatively, applicants can submit a sample paper of at least 5 pages in length written in Chinese to demonstrate proficiency in Chinese to work on Chinese materials as needed for the thesis research. Applicants who have taken a degree programme of which the medium of instruction was Chinese do not need to provide the aforementioned public examination results or sample paper.
4. a CV. 

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The MPhil programme requires a total minimum of 24 credit hours of course work including the following courses: (1) Seminar; (2) Special Topics; and (3) Research Methods, plus a thesis.

Fields of Specialization

• Chinese Linguistics
• Classical Chinese Texts
• Classical Chinese Literature
• Modern Chinese Literature

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree, normally with honours not lower than Second Class, or its equivalent from a recognized university, with a major in Chinese Language, Chinese Literature or related fields.

Applicants should submit the following documents in PDF format to the Division.

1. A research proposal* (strictly limited to 5,000 words, including the topic, scope, structure and methodology of the research) and a bibliography on a separate sheet.
2. A sample of academic writing (published or unpublished) in a related field.
3. A personal statement in Chinese (not more than 1,000 words).

*Applicants should also submit the research proposal in DOC format and write down the total word count of the main text at the end of the proposal. According to the regulation of the Division, research proposals exceeding the word limit will not be accepted.

1 December 2023

The programme is research-oriented. All doctoral students have to attend seminars within the normative study years and take four to six courses.

If the Division deems it necessary, some students may be required to take a course on a language other than English and Chinese and meet any further requirements laid down by the Division.

Students are required to fulfil the qualifying examination requirement before they can submit their dissertations.

The student will write his/her dissertation under the guidance of his/her supervisor.

Fields of Specialization

• Chinese Linguistics
• Classical Chinese Texts
• Classical Chinese Literature
• Modern Chinese Literature

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants must have a Master's degree in Chinese Language or Chinese Literature from a recognized university.

Applicants should submit the following documents in PDF format to the Division.

1. A copy of Master’s thesis.
2. A research proposal* (strictly limited to 8,000 words, including the topic, scope, structure and methodology of the research) and a bibliography on a separate sheet.
3. A sample of academic writing (published or unpublished) in a related field.
4. A personal statement in Chinese (not more than 1,000 words).

*Applicants should also submit the research proposal in DOC format and write down the total word count of the main text at the end of the proposal. According to the regulation of the Division, research proposals exceeding the word limit will not be accepted.

1 December 2023

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Applicants of HKPFS are recommended to communicate with and identify a potential supervisor of their proposed doctoral dissertation with his or her consent before submitting the application.

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.

Fields of Specialization

• Contemporary Cultures
• Creative Industries and Cultural Management
• Cultural Politics
• Digital Humanities and New Media
• Film and Screen Studies
• Genders and Sexualities
• Science and Technology Studies
• Visual Culture Studies

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

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.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Students are required to take five compulsory courses, including a course on research methods and three elective courses. In addition, students are required to write a research thesis that demonstrates their robust knowledge in the field of Applied English Linguistics.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School (http://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk), applicants should

1. normally possess an honours degree in English or a language-related field OR possess a good honours degree in subjects other than English;

2. submit an 800-word research proposal;

3. satisfy the Graduate Panel with a strong interest and sound knowledge in Applied English Linguistics.

Preference will be given to applicants who

1. have an honours degree taken from English-mediated programme;

2. have a year or more of relevant professional experience;

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview to assess their linguistic abilities and academic competence in Applied English Linguistics.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The normative period of study for the MPhil in English (Literary Studies) is two years.

Coursework includes required and elective courses in research methodology, comparative literature, genre studies, literary history, critical theory, and interdisciplinary studies.

Students with advanced qualifications or demonstrated abilities may be considered for exemption from part of the coursework.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants for this option must satisfy the Graduate Panel that they have a strong background in English Language and Literature.

Please submit an 800-word research proposal.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

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.

(Self-finance application will also be considered.)

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School (http://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk), 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;

4. submit a 1,500-word research proposal that demonstrates robust theoretical knowledge in the interested field(s) and sound methodological understanding.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview ot assess their linguistic abilities and academic competence in Applied English Linguistics.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Students are required to write a research thesis which will make an original contribution to English literary studies. They are expected to have an excellent command of English, the official language of the thesis. In addition to the thesis, students must pass a qualifying examination within the first year of study before they can be advanced to PhD candidature.

(Self-finance application will also be considered.)

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have majored in Literature or subjects in a related field. Applicants are expected to hold a Master’s degree or MPhil awarded by this University or a recognized university.

Please submit the following materials:

1. Sample of a research paper (5,000-7,000 words);
2. Research proposal (1,500 words)

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Students are required to complete a minimum of 24 units of lecture courses for graduation, normally within two years. All students admitted are probationary candidates and will be reviewed for advancement at the end of their first year of study.

• Seminar (12 units)
• Special Topics in Hong Kong Art (3 units)
• Professional Practice (3 units)
• Elective Courses (6 units)

In addition to the lecture courses listed above, students are required to register for Thesis Research and Art Creation courses each term within the normative period.

Graduation Requirements

• Submitting a written thesis, in relation to the student’s work of art, supported by the reproduction of his/her original art work
• Holding a graduation exhibition in his/her area of study
• Passing in both the creative project and written thesis
• Passing an oral examination

Fields of Specialization

Fields of Specialization include painting, sculpture and mixed media, Chinese painting, calligraphy and seal carving.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should preferably have majored in Fine Arts. Consideration will also be given to applicants who have minored in Fine Arts and those who have majored in related fields. Applicant should:

1. submit a written statement (no less than 1000 words, written in English / Chinese) explaining the purpose of their application and the focus of their academic / artistic interest.
2. submit a portfolio of 10-15 original art works (in a SINGLE pdf file with file size not exceeding 5MB).
3. attend an interview if shortlisted.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The programme provides academic training for students to conduct advanced research on history, theory and studio practice of Chinese art. It adopts an all-inclusive approach to Chinese art─traditional, modern, international and contemporary. It consists of two streams.

Ph.D. in Chinese Art (Art History) Stream aims to train up students with the ability to perform original and rigorous research in the fields of histories and theories of Chinese painting and calligraphy, seal carving, Buddhist and Daoist art, funerary art, jades, bronzes, ceramics, prints, as well as contemporary art.

Ph.D. in Chinese Art (Art Practice) Stream aims to train up practice-based students to embark on careers in various fields of creative arts related to a wide spectrum of Chineseness both in traditional and contemporary sense. Students are expected to make an original contribution to the area of study by means of thesis writing and creative work.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should submit the following documents:

M.Phil. applicants:

- Study plan (no less than 1,000 words)

Ph.D. applicants:

A.    Art History Stream

-  Research plan for PhD thesis with about 3,000 words.

-  A writing sample with no less than 5,000 words; OR Master’s thesis.

B.    Art Practice Stream

-  Research plan for PhD thesis with about 3,000 words.

-  A writing sample with no less than 5,000 words; OR Master’s thesis.

-  Proper documentation of no more than 5 art projects or a portfolio of 15-20 images of original art works (in a SINGLE pdf file with file size not exceeding 5MB)

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Students are required to complete at least 24 units (for full-time students) / 30 units (for part-time students) of courses and the MPhil thesis, and to pass the oral examination for graduation.

Fields of Specialization

• History of Traditional China
• History of Modern China
• Pre-modern World History
• Modern World History
• History of Hong Kong
• Comparative History
• Public History

Please visit the History Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should

1. have majored in history or a related field;
2. submit the following materials together with the application:

•  A research proposal in either Chinese or English;
•  A literature review (minimum 1000 words) of your research proposal in the language of the thesis will be;
•  An essay / term paper on history in either Chinese or English.

An interview may be required by the Division.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 January 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

Students are required to complete at least 33 units (for full-time students) / 39 units (for part-time students) of courses. They are also required to study a third language, other than Chinese and English, with satisfactory result. Students who have completed a total of 12 units of courses (besides “Thesis Guidance”) shall take and pass an oral qualifying examination before advancement to the PhD candidature. PhD candidates should complete the PhD thesis and pass the oral examination for graduation.

Fields of Specialization

• History of Traditional China
• History of Modern China
• Pre-modern World History
• Modern World History
• History of Hong Kong
• Comparative History
• Public History

Please visit the History Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should

1. have majored in history or a related field;
2. submit the following materials together with the application:

• A detailed research proposal in either Chinese or English;
• A literature review (minimum 1000 words) of your reserach proposal in the language of the thesis will be;
• Master's thesis or an academic essay in either Chinese or English; and
• Evidence of language proficiency as indicated below (CUHK graduates are exempted from this requirement):

1. First Language Requirement:
   1. Either Chinese or English may be chosen as the first language;
   2. In the case of Chinese, applicants must provide adequate evidence of proficiency in Chinese such as public examination results or academic record;
   3. In the case of English, applicants from non-English-speaking countries are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS (Academic) scores. Those from English-speaking countries should submit SAT or GCE results instead.
2. Second Language Requirement:
   1. It may be any Asian or Western language which is closely related to the intended fields of study; and
   2. Applicants must provide adequate evidence of proficiency in that language such as TOEFL or IELTS (Academic) scores, public examination results or academic records.

An interview may be required by the Division.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 January 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The objective of the programme is to encourage the advancement of research in Japanese studies by offering graduate training that accommodates a range of academic concerns in the field. The programme will focus on historical and socio-cultural aspects of Japan-China and Japan-Hong Kong relations from such disciplines as anthropology, history, popular culture, linguistic, philosophy, media studies, literature and international relations.
This programme is mainly for candidates who seek to study for a PhD degree as their ultimate goal.

MPhil Stream

Students are required:

1. To complete 12 units of lecture courses

2. To register for thesis research courses each term

3. To complete the MPhil thesis and pass the oral examination

Students with good academic performance in their first year of study can apply to be transferred to the PhD stream.

PhD Stream

Students are required:

1. To complete 12 units of lecture courses in the pre-candidacy stage

2. To register for thesis research courses each term

3. To pass the candidacy examination

4. To complete the PhD thesis and pass the oral examination

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School,

1. applicants are required to submit a 5-page proposal written in English (including research topic, research summary, previous research regarding the topic, methodology employed and references). Applicants may be required to attend an interview.
2. Japanese language proficiency requirements may vary according to the areas of study and the content of the research proposal and is to be decided by the Graduate Panel.
3. applicants are encouraged to submit one to two academic writing sample(s) in English, Chinese or Japanese (if any).

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

MPhil Stream*

Students are required to complete a total of 18 units of courses. In addition, students are required to take 6 units of courses of a third language and register for a Thesis Research course each term.

Graduation Requirements

• Submit a research thesis
• Pass an oral examination

PhD Stream*

Students are required to complete a total of 28 units of courses. In addition, students are required to take 9 units of a third language and register for a Thesis Research course each term.

Graduation Requirements

• Submit a research thesis
• Pass an oral examination

Fields of Specialization

• Theoretical Linguistics
• Chinese Linguistics
• Language Acquisition
• Sign Linguistics
• Cognitive Neuroscience of Language

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School,

MPhil applicants should submit: 

1. a written statement explaining the purpose of the application;
2. a research proposal in English (should not exceed 5 single-spaced type-written pages);
3. two samples of writing (e.g. term paper or project reports).

PhD applicants should submit: 

1. a written statement explaining the purpose of the application;
2. a detail research proposal in English (should not exceed 10 single-spaced type-written pages);
3. two samples of writing (e.g. a copy of Master's thesis and a representative research paper).

Shortlisted applicants are required to attend interview and take written test. 

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The Programme is research-oriented and a student may be required to enrol in formal courses as deemed necessary. All students must meet their Supervisors for prescription of courses every academic year before course selection.

Students have to fulfil the qualifying examination requirement before they submit their portfolios.

Fields of Specialization

• Composition

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

1. have majored in composition or another related field.

2. submit the following materials

• curriculum vitae (must use the template which can be downloaded from the Music Department's website:  www.cuhk.edu.hk/mus);
• a representative selection of the candidate's music composition work (3-4 pieces, in which at least one is a large-scale chamber, choral, or orchestral work) in the style in which the candidate proposes to work; and
• a research proposal of 2-3 pages written in English, addressing the following:

    a) compositional approach, process, and techniques

    b) musical style and examples of comparative practice

    c) proposed structure of the portfolio (including instrumentation and duration);

3. attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The programmes is research-oriented and a student is required to enrol in all required courses. All students must meet their Supervisors for prescription of courses every academic year before course selection.

Fields of Specialization

• Composition

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

1. have majored in Music, or have attained equivalent standard.

2. submit the following materials:

• a curriculum vitae (must use the template which can be downloaded from the Music Department's website: www.cuhk.edu.hk/mus);
• a representative selection of the candidate's music composition work (3-4 pieces comprising of solo and chamber works) in the style in which the candidate proposes to work; and
• a one-page summary of the candidate’s proposed area of creative work, written in English.

3. attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The Programme is research-oriented and a student is required to enrol in all required courses. All students must meet their Supervisors for prescription of courses every academic year before course selection.

Fields of Specialization

• Ethnomusicology
• Historical Musicology
• Theory

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School,

Ethnomusicology

• Applicants should have majored in ethnomusicology, musicology, anthropology, or another related field.
• Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, may be required for Ethnomusicology students.

Historical Musicology

• Applicants should have majored in musicology or another related field.
• Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, may be required for Historical Musicology students.

Theory

• Applicants should have majored in music theory, musicology, or another related field.
• Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, may be required for Theory students.

Applicants should submit:

1. a curriculum vitae (must use the template which can be downloaded from the Music Department's website: www.cuhk.edu.hk/mus);
2. papers and publications;
3. a statement of research interest/topic written in English (1,000 - 1,200 words);
4. bibliography; and

attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The Programme is research-oriented and a student may be required to enrol in formal courses as deemed necessary. All students must meet their Supervisors for prescription of courses every academic year before course selection.

Students have to fulfil the qualifying examination requirement before they submit their dissertations.

Fields of Specialization

• Ethnomusicology
• Historical Musicology
• Theory

Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.

In additional to the general requirements of the Graduate School,

Ethnomusicology

• Applicants should have majored in ethnomusicology, musicology, anthropology, or another related field.
• All Ethnomusicology students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in Chinese and English. Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, may be required.

Historical Musicology

• Applicants should have majored in musicology or another related field.
• Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, is required for all Historical Musicology students.

Theory

• Applicants should have majored in music theory, musicology, or another related field.
• Ability to use a language other than Chinese and English, for research purposes, is required for all Theory students.

Applicants should submit:

1. a curriculum vitae (must use the template which can be downloaded from the Music Department's website: www.cuhk.edu.hk/mus);

2. a copy of Master’s thesis and/or other research papers and publications;

3. a research proposal written in English (3,000 - 4,000 words) that covers the following areas:

a) statement of research problems and issues

b) aims and objectives

c) literature review

d) methodology

e) chapter outline (optional)

f) research schedule (optional);

4. bibliography; and

attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

Coursework

Students are required to take 23 units of courses in two years, including “Research Methodology Seminar I & II”, “Guided Study”, “Special Seminar on Selected Philosophical Issues” (twice) and 6 units of thesis writing course.

Students not already possessing a degree in philosophy may be required to take additional units if deemed necessary. Students shall meet their supervisors regularly for academic discussion and progress report.

Thesis

Students are required to take 6 units of thesis writing courses in the second year of their study and complete a Master’s thesis.

Please visit the Division's homepage for details.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

1. have a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or a related field from a recognized university;
2. have sufficient knowledge of general logic;
3. submit a self-statement (about 2,000 words, in Chinese or English) which would include a proposal of their MPhil thesis and academic interests;
4. submit a paper (8-12 pages for English, 6,000 - 10,000 words for Chinese) on a topic of philosophy; and
5. attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

The self-statement and paper should be sent to the Division of Philosophy at divphil@cuhk.edu.hk by the application deadline.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

Third Language Requirement

Students are required to complete a minimum of 9 units of courses on a language other than Chinese and English. Subject to the approval of the Division, credits gained for appropriate language courses at other institutions may be recognized.

Coursework

In addition to the 9 units of third language courses, students are required to take courses in three years. In the first two years of their study, students shall complete at least 11 units of graduate courses, which include “Research Methodology Seminar I & II”, “Guided Study” and “Special Seminar on Selected Philosophical Issues” (twice).

Students not already possessing a degree in philosophy may be required to take additional units if deemed necessary. Students shall meet their supervisors regularly for academic discussion and progress report.

Thesis

Students are required to take 6 units of thesis writing courses in the third year of their study and complete a PhD thesis with substantial contribution to scholarship.

Please visit the Division's homepage for details.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

1. have a MPhil degree in Philosophy or a related field from a recognized university;
2. have sufficient knowledge of general logic;
3. submit a thesis proposal of about 4 pages;
4. submit a paper (10-15 pages for English, or 10,000 - 15,000 words for Chinese) on a topic in philosophy; and
5. attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

The thesis proposal and paper should be sent to the Division of Philosophy at divphil@cuhk.edu.hk by the application deadline.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

MPhil Stream

Students are required to complete a minimum of 15 units of lecture courses and graduate seminars. Students are also required to take thesis research courses every term before graduation.

PhD Stream

Students are required to complete a minimum of 15 units of lecture courses and graduate seminars. Students are also required to take thesis research courses every term before graduation.

Fields of Specialization

• Chinese Religions
• Buddhist Studies
• Taoist Studies
• Biblical Studies
• Christian Studies / Christianity in China
• Islamic Studies
• Religion, Education and Society

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should

1. hold a Bachelor’s degree majoring in Religion or Theology. Holders of degrees in related fields will be considered on an individual basis.
2. submit the following materials:

MPhil in Religious Studies

• a research proposal with well-informed bibliographies

PhD in Religious Studies

• a research proposal with well-informed bibliographies
• an academic paper in either English or Chinese

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.

The Programme is research-oriented and aims at training students in critical thinking to conduct independent research in translation studies. Thesis supervisors are assigned in accordance with individual students' research topics.

Students are required to complete at least 24 units of courses, including “Advanced Translation Studies”, “Research Seminar in Translation I”, “Research Seminar in Translation II” and “Thesis Supervision”. They will meet regularly with their supervisor(s) for discussions on their research topic, complete a dissertation and go through an oral examination. The Division may also require students to take additional courses if necessary.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants are required to submit a research proposal of about five pages (the form is available at the Division's homepage: http://traserver.tra.cuhk.edu.hk/attachment/upload/programmes/research_proposal.pdf) and attend an interview.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

The Programme is research-oriented and aims at training students in critical thinking to conduct independent research in translation studies. Thesis supervisors are assigned in accordance with individual students' research topics.

Students are required to complete “Research Seminar in Translation I”, “Research Seminar in Translation II” and “Thesis Supervision”. They will meet regularly with their supervisor(s) for discussions on their research topic. They must pass a qualifying examination, complete a dissertation and go through an oral examination. The Division may also require students to take additional courses if necessary.

Students must pass the qualifying examination within the maximum period stipulated below (calculated from the date of admission) before they can be promoted to PhD candidature.

After passing the qualifying examination, candidates will proceed to complete their theses.

Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants are required to submit a research proposal of about five pages (the form is available at the Division's homepage: http://traserver.tra.cuhk.edu.hk/attachment/upload/programmes/research_proposal.pdf) and attend an interview.

Main Round: 1 December 2023
Clearing Round: 31 March 2024
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)

1. To submit an initial application to RGC: By 12 noon, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time); and
2. To submit a full application to CUHK: By 11:59 pm, 1 December 2023 (Hong Kong time).

Please refer to the HKPFS page for more details.