Overview
Common Law course at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a dynamic and exciting legal system which unites millions of people across the world, in such varied cultures as Hong Kong, Singapore, England, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, India, and across the United States.
Students at Common Law course at The Chinese University of Hong Kong will:
- deepen their knowledge of the common law,
- complement it with the study of new subjects.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Common law: Origins and Development
- Principles of Contract
- Priciples of Criminal Law
- Principles of Tort
- Business and the Law in Hong Kong
- Business Taxation: Principles and Practice
- Chinese Energy Law
- Chinese Environmental Law
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.
- Applications submitted beyond 14 April may be considered, subject to the availability of places.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
European Law International Law Public Law View 16 other Masters in Public Law in Hong Kong (SAR)Academic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- a qualification to practise law in the jurisdiction of the student’s residence; or
- a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or a degree of equivalent standing (normally in a non common law jurisdiction); or
- a Bachelor’s degree in a non-law subject with substantial law-related working experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
18000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 750 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
18000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 750 USD per credit during 12 months.
HK$5,880 per unit for a total of 24 units within the normative study period.
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.