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Our programme prepares students for further study at the PhD level or advancement in the professional job market. It examines Hong Kong history – colonial and post-colonial – as a part of global history. Students will be taught by leading scholars in the field. Whether they aim to become professors or practitioners, or simply to learn more about this fascinating city, they will develop competence in researching and writing the history of Hong Kong.
The programme can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our programme prepares students for further study at the PhD level or advancement in the professional job market. It examines Hong Kong history – colonial and post-colonial – as a part of global history. Students will be taught by leading scholars in the field. Whether they aim to become professors or practitioners, or simply to learn more about this fascinating city, they will develop competence in researching and writing the history of Hong Kong.
The programme can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Admission Requirements
3+
We prefer applicants with an undergraduate CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may still be considered if their application addresses any inconsistencies in their undergraduate record or presents a convincing argument for exception.
15 May 2025
1 Year
Domestic
30,915
International
30,915
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Master of Arts in Hong Kong History
HKU Main Campus, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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12 monthsProgramme duration
30,915 Tuition Fee/year
15 May, 2025Application Deadline
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The programme can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The programme can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Admission Requirements
Domestic
International
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