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Lingnan University aspires to be an internationally-recognised liberal arts university with Hong Kong characteristics. Applications are now invited for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes commencing in September. Both MPhil and PhD programmes lead to in-depth study in specific research areas. The period of study of MPhil programmes is normally two years for full-time students, and three years for part-time students. The period of study for PhD programmes is normally three years full-time, or five years part-time for students with a relevant master’s degree; and four years full-time or six years part-time for students without a relevant master’s degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Lingnan University aspires to be an internationally-recognised liberal arts university with Hong Kong characteristics. Applications are now invited for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes commencing in September. Both MPhil and PhD programmes lead to in-depth study in specific research areas. The period of study of MPhil programmes is normally two years for full-time students, and three years for part-time students. The period of study for PhD programmes is normally three years full-time, or five years part-time for students with a relevant master’s degree; and four years full-time or six years part-time for students without a relevant master’s degree.
Admission Requirements
6+
79+
An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of MPhil should normally:
a) hold a relevant bachelor's degree with first or second class honours or at an equivalent standard awarded by a tertiary education institution recognised for this purpose by the University; or
b) have obtained an equivalent qualification; or
c) have provided satisfactory evidence of academic and professional attainment.
2 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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MPhil in History
Lingnan University, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
24 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MPhil
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of MPhil should normally:
a) hold a relevant bachelor's degree with first or second class honours or at an equivalent standard awarded by a tertiary education institution recognised for this purpose by the University; or
b) have obtained an equivalent qualification; or
c) have provided satisfactory evidence of academic and professional attainment.
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