33 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in Hong Kong (SAR)

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program in Public Policy from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology provides rigorous training in public policy research to academically outstanding students aspiring to pursue a career in policy research and teaching. 

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

Embark on an intellectually enriching journey with Hong Kong Baptist University's Accountancy, Economics, and Finance Doctoral Program.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This PhD in Social Welfare is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

The Psychology programme offered by Hong Kong Shue Yan University develops advanced research expertise in psychology through theoretical training and specialized experimental investigation.

The Counselling Psychology programme offered by Hong Kong Shue Yan University prepares counselling psychologists through integrated clinical training, research development, and professional practice.

The Sociology programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University enables advanced research on social structures, relationships, and global societal issues across diverse contexts.

The Government and International Studies programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University supports advanced research on governance and global relations across diverse regional and theoretical perspectives.

The Translation, Interpreting, and Intercultural Studies programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University develops advanced expertise in translation, interpreting, and cross-cultural communication through theoretical and applied research.

The Media and Communication programme offered by City University of Hong Kong develops advanced research expertise in media and communication with a focus on contemporary and emerging areas.

The Public and International Affairs programme offered by City University of Hong Kong develops advanced research expertise in public policy, politics, and administration through rigorous theoretical and methodological training.

The Economics programme offered by Hong Kong Shue Yan University develops expertise in economic theory, financial analysis, and policy evaluation for academic and professional applications.

This PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

This PhD in Psychology is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

This PhD in Sociology is a research degree programme offered at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.