Overview

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.

The MPhil Program aims to train students to conduct independent interdisciplinary research in public policy. A candidate for an MPhil degree is expected to demonstrate knowledge in the discipline and to synthesize and create new knowledge, making a contribution to the field.

Research Foci

The following areas are the Division's main foci:

• Science, Technology and Innovation Policy

• Environmental Policy and Sustainability

• Social Changes and Public Policy

• China's Development Policies

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Public Policy from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology , graduates will be able to:

Identify, define and discuss complex policy problems from the perspective of policy science;
Acquire the critical thinking and research skills essential for policy research; and
Exercise Independent and critical judgements in the debates about public policy.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Policy

Research Methods in Public Policy

Microeconomics and Public Policy

Applied Econometrics

Advanced Analytical Methods for Public Policy
and more...

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2026-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

15 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy Public Policy View 11 other Masters in Public Policy in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

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 must possess a bachelor’s degree in any field with strong academic performance, especially in analytical courses.
Applicants are highly recommended to have a satisfactory GMAT or GRE score.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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80

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

44500 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 44500 HKD per year during 24 months.
National

44500 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 44500 HKD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

HKUST offers generous scholarships to full-time MPhil and PhD students, which should well cover the academic and living expenses. Please refer to the Scholarship section for details.

Besides, HKUST will provide guaranteed university accommodation in the first 2 years of full-time MPhil and PhD students.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Public Policy.

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Research Foci

Learning Outcomes

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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National

Living costs for Hong Kong

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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