Overview

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) Program at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology provides students with complete professional training that focuses on problem-solving skills with real-world cases and examples, such as information technology and telecommunications, environment, energy, health care, transportation and finance.

Designed for students with diverse educational backgrounds, including social science, science, engineering, business, and other fields of study, this two-year full-time program consists of a core curriculum, a client-based policy analysis project, and elective courses allowing students to develop their areas of specialization.

On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Adopt interdisciplinary perspectives on global policy challenges and innovative solutions;

Competently apply appropriate analytical tools for problem-solving in the real world;

Establish and employ professional expertise in specialization areas of their choices;

Develop and apply managerial acumen essential for future leaders in public and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Public Policy

Microeconomics and Public Policy

Quantitative Analysis and Empirical Methods3 Credit

Public Policy Analysis

Evidence in Public Policy

Public Management and Leadership
Policy Analysis Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Public Policy View 12 other Masters in Public Policy in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General 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
While not required, applicants are encouraged to submit their GMAT/GRE scores.
Interests and motivation: Applicants should make a strong case for their interest in pursuing a professional degree in public policy by submitting their statement of purpose about their interests and motivation.
Favorable consideration will be given to applicants with relevant working experience and (or) internships.
Selected applicants will be invited to face-to-face interviews or video conferencing/ phone interviews by the admission committee.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

140000 HKD / year

≈ 140000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

140000 HKD / year

≈ 140000 HKD / year

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

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