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
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Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Disciplines
International Law Public Law Legal Studies View 6 other Masters in Public Law in Hong Kong (SAR)What students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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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
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents47000 HKD / year≈ 47000 HKD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents47000 HKD / year≈ 47000 HKD / year
Living costs
Hong Kong
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Funding
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