Overview

About the programme

Graduates of the Japanese Studies programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong will acquire broad-based knowledge of Japan as well as expertise in one of the following fields of specialization: anthropology of Japan, Japanese popular culture, Japanese linguistics, history of Sino-Japanese relations, Japan-Hong Kong relations, or Japanese intellectual history; possess the necessary skills to conduct research at an advanced level; complete a thesis based on original research that contributes to Japanese studies; obtain oral presentation skills to fully explain their research aims, methodologies and conclusions; be able to defend their research claims when questioned by experts; and have the ability to present their findings at international conferences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory Research Methods

Special Topics in Japanese Popular Culture

Special Topics in Japanese Popular Culture in Asia

Special Topics in Sino‐Japanese Relations

Special Topics in Japan‐Hong Kong Relations

Special Topics in the Anthropology of Japan

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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79

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Asian studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School

Applicants are required to submit a 5-page proposal written in English (including research topic, research summary, previous research regarding the topic, methodology employed and Programme Information

Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Japanese language proficiency requirements may vary according to the areas of study and the content of the research proposal and is to be decided by the Graduate Panel.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

47000 HKD / year

≈ 47000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

47000 HKD / year

≈ 47000 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.