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Minimum Entrance Requirements

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

  • hold a relevant bachelor’s degree with first or second class honours (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  • be a current MPhil student in the University who is seeking transfer to a PhD programme; or
  • hold a higher research degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university; or
  • hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university; or
  • hold a Bachelor’s degree with first class honours (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university.

English Proficiency Requirements

  • a minimum TOEFL score of 563 (paper-based test); or 85 (internet-based); or 62 (revised paper-delivered test; sum of Reading, Listening and Writing section scores) in TOEFL; or
  • a minimum IELTS score of 6.5; or 
  • other test scores that may be regarded as equivalent to TOEFL 563 (paper-based test); or 85 (internet-based test); or 62 (revised paper-delivered test).

(A high score in GRE or GMAT with supporting proof will be an added advantage, although this is not mandatory. Please note that individual Departments in the College may adopt higher standards.)

Application Steps and Procedures

Online application:  https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes

Financial Aid and Fees (Applicable to government-funded students only)

https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes/scholarships-financial-aid-and-fees