36 monthsProgramme duration
5,720 USDTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Linguistics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The MPhil/PhD programmes emphasize foundational training in the core areas of linguistic theory, and original research that sheds light on the properties of language and mind. The research theses completed at this department aim to integrate general theories of language structure, language acquisition and language use with the detailed, in-depth study of the languages of Hong Kong and the region from a comparative perspective.
Applicants to the MPhil/PhD programme in Linguistics are expected to have received a solid undergraduate training in language study or have previously obtained an MA in language study. Students should also demonstrate a good ability in independent research.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Linguistics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The MPhil/PhD programmes emphasize foundational training in the core areas of linguistic theory, and original research that sheds light on the properties of language and mind. The research theses completed at this department aim to integrate general theories of language structure, language acquisition and language use with the detailed, in-depth study of the languages of Hong Kong and the region from a comparative perspective.
Applicants to the MPhil/PhD programme in Linguistics are expected to have received a solid undergraduate training in language study or have previously obtained an MA in language study. Students should also demonstrate a good ability in independent research.
Admission Requirements
For the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) stream under the "M.Phil.-Ph.D. Programmes", the applicant shall have:
- a master's degree from a recognized university; or
- graduated from a recognized university and obtained a bachelor's degree, normally with honours not lower than Second Class; or
- graduated from an honours programme of a recognized university with a bachelor's degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than "B"; or
- completed a course of study in a tertiary educational institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree.
In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School,
MPhil applicants should submit:
- a written statement explaining the purpose of the application;
- a research proposal in English (should not exceed 5 single-spaced type-written pages);
- two samples of writing (e.g. term paper or project reports).
PhD applicants should submit:
- a written statement explaining the purpose of the application;
- a detail research proposal in English (should not exceed 10 single-spaced type-written pages);
- two samples of writing (e.g. a copy of Master's thesis and a representative research paper).
Shortlisted applicants are required to attend interview and take written test.
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