Master of Science in Education Policy and Management

Tai Po, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

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12 monthsProgramme duration

20,592 USDTuition Fee/year

SepStarting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Medium of Instruction: English

The Masterof Science in Education Policy and Management is a pioneering programme that links education policy, strategic management, and digital/AI innovation within smart education initiatives in HKSAR, the Greater Bay Area, and worldwide, connecting regional innovation with global perspectives. It empowers future policymakers, administrators, and educators with cutting-edge skills in policy analysis, evidence-based governance, data-driven decision-making, strategic innovation management, and AI/digital literacy. The programme bridges the gaps between policy formulation, management, and systemic change, preparing graduates for impactful careers in governments, NGOs, think tanks, international organisations, and educational institutions. For more details, please visit www.eduhk.hk/mscepm

Study duration:

Full-time: 12 months

Part-time: 24 months

**The tuition fee of 2026/27 is subject to annual review and adjustment. The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice.changes to tuition fee without prior notice.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Medium of Instruction: English

Study duration:

Full-time: 12 months

Part-time: 24 months

Admission Requirements

Applicants should normally hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, preferably possess prior knowledge in statistics, data science or equivalent disciplines. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview. Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

Overall score of IELTS 6.0 (academic version)#; or
TOEFL (internet-based test) #: Score of 80 (for tests taken before 21 January 2026)/Score of 4.0 (for tests taken from 21 January 2026 onwards); or
Band 6 in the College English Test (CET)# with a total score of 430; or
Grade C or above in GCSE / GCE OL English; or
Other equivalent qualifications.

# The test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years. For example, if you are applying for 2026/27 academic year, your IELTS / TOEFL / CET6 test must be obtained on or after 1 January 2024.
TOEFL Home Editions, TOEFL MyBest Score, IELTS Indicator, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake, Duolingo and National Postgraduate Entrance Examination (全國碩士研究生招生考試) are NOT acceptable.

Program Duration

12 Months

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

20,592 USD

International

Starts from

20,592 USD

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