City University of Hong Kong

83 Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon

  • #62 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 7,342Total Students
  • 1,228Faculty
  • 5,429Int'l Students

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In today’s competitive world, you will face new challenges and ever-changing needs throughout your career. Pursuing a higher degree in your field of expertise is the key to opening the door for knowledge advancement and ensuring you stay in tune with society.

Postgraduate study offers you the chance to pursue your research interests, prepare for a particular profession, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance your career.

Research Degree Programmes


CityU offers two types of research degree programmes: Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). We offer MPhil and PhD programmes in all Colleges and Schools in a range of strategic areas that reflect the University’s strengths and suit individual research interests. The programmes consist of both coursework and independent research studies, culminating in the submission of a thesis. Explore here.

Professional Doctorate Programmes

Professional Doctorate programmes have both taught and research components. With an integrated curriculum of theory, practice and research, the programmes aim to develop innovative thinking and knowledge application capability to solve important strategic problems in their professions. Read more.

Taught Postgraduate Programmes

More than 50 taught postgraduate programmes in diverse and extensive subject areas help students pursue their personal interests, professional excellence and career advancement. Students receive an innovative, in-depth education mainly in the form of coursework while some programmes may require the completion of a project or thesis. Programmes may be offered in full-time, part-time or combined mode, and generally require one to two years of study, depending on the credit load requirements on individual programmes. Read more.


CityU’s world-class labs and state-of-the-art teaching facilities enable researchers to maintain a positive trajectory in their work. To foster interdisciplinary research, CityU has established two research institutes, 20 research centres, and eight applied strategic development centres, covering different areas of strategic importance.

With the approval of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China, CityU established two State Key Laboratories and one Chinese National Engineering Research Centre. Read more here.

Over the past few years, CityU has expanded rapidly to reflect the University’s development and energy, adding 60% more space for learning and research.

The Jockey Club One Health Tower, a 12-storey tower with a floor area of approximately 23,500 square metres, is under development. It will provide extra space for learning and research, an elegant 1,650 seat-auditorium for international conferences and cultural performances, and an enhanced sports hall.


International Campus

With over 5,000 non-local students enrolled, the campus is vibrant and multicultural. CityU’s  programmes help new students to integrate and make friends, ensuring that wherever they come from, CityU feels like home. Click here to learn more about the Cross-cultural Integration activities.


Undergraduate Admissions

The University welcomes applications from local and non-local/international students, regardless of whether they are presently studying in Hong Kong or overseas.

Postgraduate Admissions

Postgraduate study offers you the chance to pursue your research interests, prepare for a particular profession, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance your career.


Visiting Studies

Applicants who do not wish to pursue a full programme of study at the University but are interested in taking courses on a short-term basis may apply for admission as visiting students.

About

In today’s competitive world, you will face new challenges and ever-changing needs throughout your career. Pursuing a higher degree in your field of expertise is the key to opening the door for knowledge advancement and ensuring you stay in tune with society.

Postgraduate study offers you the chance to pursue your research interests, prepare for a particular profession, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance your career.

Research Degree Programmes


CityU offers two types of research degree programmes: Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). We offer MPhil and PhD programmes in all Colleges and Schools in a range of strategic areas that reflect the University’s strengths and suit individual research interests. The programmes consist of both coursework and independent research studies, culminating in the submission of a thesis. Explore here.

Professional Doctorate Programmes

Professional Doctorate programmes have both taught and research components. With an integrated curriculum of theory, practice and research, the programmes aim to develop innovative thinking and knowledge application capability to solve important strategic problems in their professions. Read more.

Taught Postgraduate Programmes

More than 50 taught postgraduate programmes in diverse and extensive subject areas help students pursue their personal interests, professional excellence and career advancement. Students receive an innovative, in-depth education mainly in the form of coursework while some programmes may require the completion of a project or thesis. Programmes may be offered in full-time, part-time or combined mode, and generally require one to two years of study, depending on the credit load requirements on individual programmes. Read more.


CityU’s world-class labs and state-of-the-art teaching facilities enable researchers to maintain a positive trajectory in their work. To foster interdisciplinary research, CityU has established two research institutes, 20 research centres, and eight applied strategic development centres, covering different areas of strategic importance.

With the approval of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China, CityU established two State Key Laboratories and one Chinese National Engineering Research Centre. Read more here.

Over the past few years, CityU has expanded rapidly to reflect the University’s development and energy, adding 60% more space for learning and research.

The Jockey Club One Health Tower, a 12-storey tower with a floor area of approximately 23,500 square metres, is under development. It will provide extra space for learning and research, an elegant 1,650 seat-auditorium for international conferences and cultural performances, and an enhanced sports hall.


International Campus

With over 5,000 non-local students enrolled, the campus is vibrant and multicultural. CityU’s  programmes help new students to integrate and make friends, ensuring that wherever they come from, CityU feels like home. Click here to learn more about the Cross-cultural Integration activities.


Undergraduate Admissions

The University welcomes applications from local and non-local/international students, regardless of whether they are presently studying in Hong Kong or overseas.

Postgraduate Admissions

Postgraduate study offers you the chance to pursue your research interests, prepare for a particular profession, and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance your career.


Visiting Studies

Applicants who do not wish to pursue a full programme of study at the University but are interested in taking courses on a short-term basis may apply for admission as visiting students.

University highlights

QS World University Ranking

  • 2012
    #=95
  • 2014
    #=104
  • 2015
    #108
  • 2016
    #57
  • 2017
    #55
  • 2018
    #49
  • 2019
    #55
  • 2020
    #52
  • 2021
    #48
  • 2022
    #=53
  • 2023
    #54
  • 2024
    #70
  • 2025
    #62

Student & Staff

Total students
7,342

36%
64%

International students
5,429

50%
50%

Total faculty staff
1,228

1103
125

Total students
7,342

36%
64%

International students
5,429

50%
50%

Total faculty staff
1,228

125
1103
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Campus locations

City University of Hong Kong,

83 Tat Chee Ave , Kowloon , Hong Kong SAR China ,

English language requirements

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