Overview
The DDes represents an alternative path to the achievement of a doctoral qualification. This is a self-financed credit-based programme offered in a mixed mode of study. Subjects are designed to accommodate the learning needs of mature and experienced leaders and educators already holding a master’s degree in relevant disciplines or equivalent qualifications.
Features
- The Design program at the School of Design from PolyU Design strives to be the leading professional doctoral programme in Asia, offering training in practice-based research skills and developing interdisciplinary intellectual capability.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Research Ethics for Doctoral Students
- Practice-Based Design Research
- Design Research Methods
- Design Vision Expedition
- Practicum
- Roundtable Leadership
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- We consider applications on a rolling basis until places are filled. Applicants are, therefore, urged to submit applications as early as possible.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Design View 3 other PhDs in Design 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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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The normal minimum academic qualification required is a master’s degree in related disciplines or an equivalent.
- A minimum of 1 year’s full-time teaching experience in an art or design profession in a recognised post-secondary institution, plus at least 1 year’s work experience at the supervisory or managerial level in the art, design, or related industries; OR
- Substantial and relevant working experience (normally not less than 3 years at the leadership level in practice-based design or related industries); or at least 3 years of teaching experience in the art or design profession.
- An overall score of at least 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System.
Tuition Fee
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International
159800 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9400 HKD per credit during 36 months. -
National
159800 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9400 HKD per credit during 36 months.
Living costs for Kowloon
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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Available Scholarships
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