Master of Social Science in Comparative Social Policy (International) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Lingnan University, Hong Kong |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The IMCSP programme responds to the growing demand for policy professionals who can analyse, compare, and design social policies across diverse societies. It is the only taught Master’s programme in Hong Kong that places systematic international comparison at the heart of social policy, development, and governance.  
The programme is offered by Lingnan University’s Department of Sociology and Social Policy, which is home to one of Asia’s leading Social Policy & Administration programmes (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: 14th in Asia; 3rd in Hong Kong). Lingnan also ranks among the top 100 universities in Asia (THE Asia University Rankings 2026), reflecting its growing international standing.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The IMCSP programme responds to the growing demand for policy professionals who can analyse, compare, and design social policies across diverse societies. It is the only taught Master’s programme in Hong Kong that places systematic international comparison at the heart of social policy, development, and governance.  
The programme is offered by Lingnan University’s Department of Sociology and Social Policy, which is home to one of Asia’s leading Social Policy & Administration programmes (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: 14th in Asia; 3rd in Hong Kong). Lingnan also ranks among the top 100 universities in Asia (THE Asia University Rankings 2026), reflecting its growing international standing.

Admission Requirements

79+
6+

Academic Qualification(s)

  • hold a relevant bachelor’s degree awarded by a tertiary education institution recognised for this purpose by the University; or
  • have obtained an equivalent qualification; or
  • have provided satisfactory evidence of academic and professional attainment.

1 Year
Sep

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

Tuition fees

Domestic
20,407 USD
International
20,407 USD

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