Overview

Laws programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong touches on every aspect of life, and legal study can be highly fulfilling for its own sake. A legal education also develops many other skill areas: logical thinking, rigorous analysis, public speaking, the ability to present an argument effectively and to identify weaknesses in an opposing case – all these are valuable skills for the lawyer.

In addition, you will be encouraged to think about the ethical concerns associated with the law, helping you to develop your own moral philosophy. You will also enjoy regular interaction, in and out of class, with other intelligent and questioning minds – among both the staff and your fellow students – and learn from each other’s experiences. Indeed, it has been said that legal education is not just teaching for a profession, but teaching for life.

Careers

Whether you want to be a lawyer or not, therefore, you will find a legal education at the Chinese University of Hong Kong a challenging, interesting and rewarding experience – one that equips you for future leadership in the legal profession or other capacities in Hong Kong, China, and internationally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Orientation to Research Postgraduate Studies

Research Methodologies

Legal Academic Composition for Research Postgraduate Students

Thesis Research, Writing and Organisation

Observing Intellectual Property and Copyright Law during Research

Publication Ethics

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Law Public Law Legal Studies View 5 other Masters in Legal Studies in Hong Kong (SAR)

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Other requirements

General requirements

possess a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree with first class honours or upper second class honours awarded by a recognized university; or

possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree or a Master of Laws (LLM) degree awarded by a recognized university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above; or

possess an equivalent degree (including non-law related) awarded by a recognized tertiary educational institution.

Applicants must satisfy the English Language Proficiency Requirement

All applicants are required to submit as part of their application a research plan not exceeding 3,000 words in length.

Submit personal statement and curriculum vitae

Tuition Fee

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International

42100 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 24 months.
National

42100 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42100 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

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Scholarships Information

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