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The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is designed to educate students as independent and innovative researchers who are well-prepared to pursue research degrees at the doctoral level. Graduates of the programme are expected to have attained advanced knowledge in their chosen field and professional expertise in research techniques.
**Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normal duration.
Tuition and Extension Fees are provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition and Extension fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is designed to educate students as independent and innovative researchers who are well-prepared to pursue research degrees at the doctoral level. Graduates of the programme are expected to have attained advanced knowledge in their chosen field and professional expertise in research techniques.
**Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normal duration.
Tuition and Extension Fees are provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition and Extension fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.
Admission Requirements
6+
80+
IELTS score of 6.5 (academic module) with no subtest lower than 6.0/
TOEFL (internet-based test): Score of 80 (for tests taken before 21 January 2026); Score of 4.5 (for tests taken from 21 January 2026 onwards)
24 Months
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
6,003 USD
International
6,003 USD
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Master of Philosophy (Two-year Full-time)
Tai Po, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
24 monthsProgramme duration
6,003 USDTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is designed to educate students as independent and innovative researchers who are well-prepared to pursue research degrees at the doctoral level. Graduates of the programme are expected to have attained advanced knowledge in their chosen field and professional expertise in research techniques.
All full-time UGC-funded research students admitted to the MPhil programme are eligible for Research Postgraduate Studentship. Information is available on the website: https://gs.eduhk.hk/prospective/rpg/scholarship-and-financial-assistance/#pc-1
For more details about the programme, please visit https://gs.eduhk.hk/prospective/rpg/
*The tuition waiver scheme is available for local MPhil students. For more details, please visit: www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/funding_opport/tws
**Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normal duration.
Tuition and Extension Fees are provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition and Extension fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programme is designed to educate students as independent and innovative researchers who are well-prepared to pursue research degrees at the doctoral level. Graduates of the programme are expected to have attained advanced knowledge in their chosen field and professional expertise in research techniques.
All full-time UGC-funded research students admitted to the MPhil programme are eligible for Research Postgraduate Studentship. Information is available on the website: https://gs.eduhk.hk/prospective/rpg/scholarship-and-financial-assistance/#pc-1
For more details about the programme, please visit https://gs.eduhk.hk/prospective/rpg/
*The tuition waiver scheme is available for local MPhil students. For more details, please visit: www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/funding_opport/tws
**Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normal duration.
Tuition and Extension Fees are provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition and Extension fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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