1. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology HKUST
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  4. Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy

Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy

5 Years On Campus Accelerated-masters Program

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology HKUST

Program Overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programs provide rigorous training in public policy research to academically outstanding students aspiring to pursue a career in policy research and teaching. Given the breadth and depth of research faculty expertise across departments and schools in HKUST, students in the Public Policy Programs will have the opportunity to specialize in one of the following key policy area: Science, Technology and Innovation Policy, Environmental Policy and Sustainability, Social Changes and Public Policy, and China s Development Policy.

Program Key Stats

$42100 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification, Applicants seeking admission to a doctoral degree program should have obtained a bachelor s degree with a proven record of outstanding performance from a recognized institution; or presented evidence of satisfactory work at the postgraduate level on a full-time basis for at least one year, or on a part-time basis for at least two years. TOEFL-iBT: 80, TOEFL-pBT: 550, IELTS (Academic Module): Overall score: 6.0 and All sub-score: 5.5, GRE or GMAT scores.

Career Options

  • Charity Officer
  • Civil Service administrator
  • Government social research officer
  • Health service manager
  • Housing manager/officer
  • Local government officer
  • Social researcher

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