Overview

The LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) is a hub of innovative and multidisciplinary research, and we take great pride in fostering a collaborative environment that encourages breakthrough discoveries through its teaching schools and departments as well as research centres, institutes and units, including (but not limited to):

School of Biomedical Sciences
School of Biomedical Engineering
School of Chinese Medicine

School of Clinical Medicine

(Departments of Anaesthesiology, Clinical Oncology, Diagnostic Radiology, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine & Primary Care, Medicine, Microbiology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Pathology, Psychiatry, Surgery; and Medical Ethics & Humanities Unit)

Medical Ethics & Humanities Unit
School of Nursing
School of Public Health
Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy
Bau Institute of Medical and Health Sciences Education

With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse array of research areas, our students acquire the skills and expertise to become research leaders and make impactful contributions in their fields and beyond. Discover how to embark on your postgraduate journey today and dive into endless possibilities at HKUMed!

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Programme Structure

Research component:

MPhil and PhD candidates are required to undertake research studies in a chosen field of study under supervision of at least one supervisor.  The result of the research, presented in the form of a thesis, must be submitted for examination by the end of the prescribed period of study.
A successful MPhil thesis should represent the result of the candidate's research which displays some originality and demonstrates a sound understanding of the field of study and the appropriate research methods. A successful PhD thesis should represent the result of the candidate's research which should be an original contribution to knowledge and worthy of publication.

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Deadlines:

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme: 1 Dec
Main Round: 1 Dec
1st Clearing Round: 30 Apr
2nd Clearing Round: 31 Aug

Registration:

(PhD) First day of every month

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Public Health Medicine View 10 other Masters in Biomedical Science in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

First Class _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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85

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General requirements

Academic requirements:

MPhil:

Bachelor's degree with Honours at Second Class Division I or above;

OR

Bachelor's degree with Honours at Second Class Division II, AND a taught Master's degree (preferably with Second Class Honours Division I).

English requirements:

IELTS: 6.5 or above (overall band) with no subtest lower than 6
TOEFL: 85 or above

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

49000 HKD / year

≈ 49000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

Part-time: HK$63,000 per annum
Full Time: Waived for local full-time Research Postgraduate students.

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

(For 2-year MPhil)

Tuition Waiver Scheme

(Eligibility: Full-time local MPhil candidates)

Composition fees: Up to HK$96,500 (~US$12,370)

Postgraduate Scholarships (PGS)

(Eligibility: Full-time MPhil candidates)

Stipend: Up to HK$459,240 (~US$58,880)

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Living costs

Hong Kong

Funding

(For 2-year MPhil)

Composition fees: Up to HK$96,500 (~US$12,370)

Stipend: Up to HK$459,240 (~US$58,880)

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