30 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Marketing doctoral programme follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Social Science doctoral programme is designed to prepare students for careers in academia, policy research or consultancy related to the affairs of society, polity or the economy.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in advanced industrial research and development, or university research and teaching. 

The Operations Management programme from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims to train students to conduct independent research in Chemistry. A candidate for an MPhil degree is expected to demonstrate knowledge in the discipline and to synthesize and create new knowledge, making a contribution to the field.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Mechanical Engineering from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims at equipping the students with the capability of identifying and solving academic and/or real problems creatively. 

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes in Individualized Interdisciplinary Program (Research Area) from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is designed for students who have well-articulated research goals which cannot be reached through established research postgraduate programmes.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Environmental Science, Policy and Management from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is broad-based research postgraduate programmes that embrace a wide spectrum of environmental interests.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Marine Environmental Science follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model.

The Doctor of Business Administration program from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is well-designed for senior executives who aspire to equip themselves with rigorous doctoral training to enhance their research capabilities and gain exposure to latest business research trends across disciplines.