Overview
About the program
The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a forward-looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together China and the West, aiming at cultivating talents with specialized knowledge and wisdom.
There has been a clear position of the Department that sets a foothold in Asia with a global vision. The Department also aims at combining tradition with modernity, promoting traditional culture while also keeping pace with the progress of our times.
The Chinese Language and Literature PhD programme takes into account both knowledge and applications. In addition to writing a thesis, students are required to take compulsory courses including seminars and thesis tutorials.
Programme Structure
Fields of Specialization:- Chinese Linguistics
- Classical Chinese Texts
- Classical Chinese Literature
- Modern Chinese Literature
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- Clearing Round: March 31
- Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Language Studies Literature View 4 other PhDs in Literature in Hong Kong (SAR)Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must have a Master's degree in Chinese Language or Chinese Literature from a recognized university.
Applicants should submit the following documents in PDF format to the Division:
- A copy of Master’s thesis.
- A research proposal (strictly limited to 8,000 words, including the topic, scope, structure and methodology of the research) and a bibliography on a separate sheet.
- A sample of academic writing (published or unpublished) in a related field.
- A personal statement in Chinese (not more than 1,000 words).
Tuition Fee
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International
42100 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months. -
National
42100 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 42100 HKD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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