Overview
The Belt and Road initiative and planned economic developments in the Greater Bay Area are in the spotlight in Hong Kong and have attracted the interest of investors around the world. Businesses and governments can see the potential, with many already indicating they are keen to take part in upcoming projects.
However, there are also new opportunities for universities and other educational institutes, which are proactively stepping up related research efforts and introducing programmes to offer training and insights for professionals and academics looking to specialise in this area.
Features
As one of Asia’s leading liberal arts universities, Lingnan University recently launched a new Master of Science in International and Development Economics (MIDE). It is the first such master’s programme in Hong Kong taught mainly in Putonghua and focuses on the Belt and Road initiative and economic development in the Greater Bay Area of South China.
All graduates of MIDE may apply for GSCASS’s postgraduate course and half of the credits can be exempted if they are successfully enrolled. Students are expected to obtain the second master’s degree from GSCASS after completing half of their credits according to the regulations. Details will be announced once students are admitted on to the MIDE programme.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Microeconomics for Development
- Macroeconomics for Development
- Development Economics
- International Trade
- Current Issues in International and Development Economics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics International Development View 31 other Masters in Economics in Hong Kong (SAR)Academic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; OR
- graduated from an honours programme of a recognised university with a Bachelor’s degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than “B” in undergraduate courses;
- completed a course of study in a tertiary educational institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
23578 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23578 USD for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
15294 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15294 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
- Local students: HK$120,000
- Non-local students: HK$185,000
Living costs for Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.