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Doctor of Philosophy
The LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) shares with other Faculties of the University of Hong Kong a commitment to advancing knowledge through research and education. Our PhD & MPhil programmes, are dedicated to cultivating the next generation of medical researchers for a changing world. Explore fully-funded PhD opportunities and discover HKUMed’s PhD & MPhil programmes!

Management, Marketing, and Information Systems
Embark on a transformative academic journey with Hong Kong Baptist University's Management, Marketing, and Information Systems Doctoral Program.

Accountancy, Economics, and Finance
Embark on an intellectually enriching journey with Hong Kong Baptist University's Accountancy, Economics, and Finance Doctoral Program.
Philosophy
The Philosophy programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong began to be offered in 1966 and PhD programme in 1980s, and has since provided solid philosophical training to more than 200 postgraduate students. Many of them now serving the local and international academic communities through their dedication to teaching and research.
Chinese Studies
The Chinese Studies programme of the The Chinese University of Hong Kong welcome applicants interested in advanced research training in the interdisciplinary study of Chinese history, economy, politics and business, literature, film, religion, culture and society.
English (Literary Studies)
Students in the English (Literary Studies) programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong are required to write a research thesis which will make an original contribution to English literary studies.
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is research oriented (approximately 75% of units required).
Education
The Education programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is research-oriented. A student normally combines seminars with guided independent research in an individually designed course of study under the guidance of the supervisor and the thesis committee.
Cultural Studies
Candidates for admission to the Cultural Studies programme of the The Chinese University of Hong Kong should meet all qualification criteria of the University Graduate School.
Gender Studies
The Gender Studies programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is an interdisciplinary programme with a unifying focus on gender as a theoretical perspective or as a subject of analysis. It allows students to bring together different disciplinary and methodological approaches for the advancement of gender studies. The programme emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and research skills.
Design
Within The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the School of Design offers positions for applicants who wish to obtain doctoral degrees in design. Operating within a leading design school in Asia, the Design programme at PolyU Design aims to advance knowledge by producing high-quality research.
Social Welfare
This PhD in Social Welfare is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Nursing
This PhD in Nursing is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Computer Science
Embark on an exciting academic journey with Hong Kong Baptist University's Computer Science Doctoral Program.
Sociology
Embark on a thought-provoking academic journey with Hong Kong Baptist University's Sociology Doctoral Program.
Engineering
Welcome to Hong Kong Metropolitan University's Doctor of Engineering (DEng) Program, an esteemed academic journey crafted for engineering professionals aspiring for advanced research and scholarly excellence.
Business Administration
The hospitality and real estate industries are the rapid growth industries in this region. This Business Administration programme is offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Mathematics
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Mathematics from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims to prepare students to become research scholars in an academic or industrial environment and enable students to do independent and original research.
Life Science
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Life Science from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims to cultivate doctoral graduates who are capable of the design, initiation and execution of original research, who can independently conduct advanced research projects, who possess both a broad knowledge of modern life science and an in-depth knowledge of specialized areas.
Mechanical Engineering
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.