Master of Economics Postgraduate Programme By The University of Hong Kong - HKU Business School |TopUniversities

Master of Economics

Location

HKU Main Campus, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

51,026 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

28 Sep, 2026Application Deadline

Starting Month

AugStarting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics Programme at the HKU Business School aims to introduce students to frontier developments in economics and to equip them with state-of-the-art analytical tools. Our comprehensive curriculum has multiple learning streams and helps students connect economic theory with real world business. As a student on this course, you will have the opportunity to take part in in-depth discussions and conduct studies on China economics from Hong Kong’s unique perspective. The school boasts a top-class teaching faculty with strong economists and outstanding alumni and mentors, as well as an active research environment, with long-term collaborative research opportunities available both within and outside the faculty. The programme also provides students with a strong foundation for PhD study, should they choose to continue their studies, and Master of Economics students can also apply to complete their PhD overseas through the Theory stream.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics Programme at the HKU Business School aims to introduce students to frontier developments in economics and to equip them with state-of-the-art analytical tools. Our comprehensive curriculum has multiple learning streams and helps students connect economic theory with real world business. As a student on this course, you will have the opportunity to take part in in-depth discussions and conduct studies on China economics from Hong Kong’s unique perspective. The school boasts a top-class teaching faculty with strong economists and outstanding alumni and mentors, as well as an active research environment, with long-term collaborative research opportunities available both within and outside the faculty. The programme also provides students with a strong foundation for PhD study, should they choose to continue their studies, and Master of Economics students can also apply to complete their PhD overseas through the Theory stream.

Admission Requirements

6+
80+
1. A recognized Bachelor's degree or equivalent;
2. Statements from two referees; and
3. A TOEFL/IELTS* score if you are not from an English teaching university.
* A minimum score of 80 in the internet-based TOEFL for tests taken before 21 January 2026, or a minimum score of 4.5 for tests taken on or after 21 January 2026, or a minimum overall band of 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in IELTS is required.

28 Sep 2026
2 Years
Aug

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
51,026 USD
International
51,026 USD

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