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

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

The PhD Anthropology programme at the The Chinese University of Hong Kong is research-oriented. The student may be asked to take additional courses or tutorials, and will be required to present an annual written progress report to his/her supervisor.

The Communication programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University develops advanced research on society and digital interaction, focusing on contemporary communication environments.

The Geography programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University develops expertise in spatial analysis, environmental processes, and human–environment interactions across physical and societal contexts.

The Government and International Affairs programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertise in government and international affairs through analysis of political systems, governance, and global relations.

The Economics programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertise in economics with a focus on public policy, global markets, and applied economic analysis.

The Cultural Studies programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertise through interdisciplinary analysis of culture, society, and global processes.

The Sociology programme offered by Hong Kong Shue Yan University provides interdisciplinary research training with a focus on Chinese societies and social issues.

The objective of the Economics Ph.D. programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is to provide students with rigorous training in economic theory and quantitative analyses to enhance their ability to conduct independent academic research at doctoral level.

The Sociology and Social Policy programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertisethrough interdisciplinary analysis of social issues, inequality, and public policy.

The Japanese Studies programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong promotes the integration of teaching and research in Japanese studies at an advanced level. It aims to introduce students to integrate different disciplinary and methodological approaches, allowing them to develop as capable and independent researchers in Japanese studies.

The programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong provides academic training for students to conduct advanced research on history, theory and studio practice of Chinese art. It adopts an all-inclusive approach to Chinese Art - traditional, modern, international and contemporary.

The Psychology programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertise with a focus on health, well-being, and applied and cognitive domains.