MPhil/PhD in Life Science 36 months Postgraduate Programme By The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

5,400 USDTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MPhil program provides basic research training in major areas of life science. Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience required for research. A candidate for an MPhil degree is expected to demonstrate knowledge in the discipline and to discover new findings contributing to the field.
The program normally takes two years of full-time study to complete. Students are expected to conduct thesis research, undertake coursework, attend and present research seminars. Submission and successful defense of a thesis based on original research is required. 
The PhD program aims to cultivate qualified students who can independently conduct advanced-level research projects. Students will gain both broad knowledge in modern life science and in-depth knowledge in specialized areas. A PhD candidate must pass a qualifying examination set by LIFS and is expected to contribute original knowledge to the field of life science by publishing their findings in peer-reviewed international journals.
The program usually takes four to five years of full-time study to complete. Students are expected to conduct thesis research, undertake coursework, attend and present research seminars. Submission and successful defense of a thesis based on original research is required.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MPhil program provides basic research training in major areas of life science. Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience required for research. A candidate for an MPhil degree is expected to demonstrate knowledge in the discipline and to discover new findings contributing to the field.
The program normally takes two years of full-time study to complete. Students are expected to conduct thesis research, undertake coursework, attend and present research seminars. Submission and successful defense of a thesis based on original research is required. 
The PhD program aims to cultivate qualified students who can independently conduct advanced-level research projects. Students will gain both broad knowledge in modern life science and in-depth knowledge in specialized areas. A PhD candidate must pass a qualifying examination set by LIFS and is expected to contribute original knowledge to the field of life science by publishing their findings in peer-reviewed international journals.
The program usually takes four to five years of full-time study to complete. Students are expected to conduct thesis research, undertake coursework, attend and present research seminars. Submission and successful defense of a thesis based on original research is required.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
80+
125+
Students with a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in the biological sciences, chemical sciences, physical sciences may apply for postgraduate degree programs in LIFS.
A minimum average grade of B or above is expected for all courses taken by an applicant.
Transcripts from an applicant’s previously-attended institution(s) and two letters of recommendation from academic referees are required.

3 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

International
5,400 USD

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