Overview
The Humanities and Creative Writing programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University provides doctoral research across a broad range of humanities and creative writing areas, including cultural studies, arts and aesthetics, media and film, and comparative literature. It enables both critical and creative exploration of texts, visual media, and artistic practices within diverse historical and global contexts.
Key Facts
Research themes include post-colonialism, ethnic identities, gender and sexuality, youth cultures, and human rights, providing frameworks for examining cultural production and social structures. These areas encourage analysis of how narratives, identities, and artistic forms are shaped by social, political, and cultural dynamics.
Candidates are encouraged to apply with strong academic and research potential, with opportunities available through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. The programme fosters interdisciplinary engagement and supports the development of analytical thinking and creative practice within an international research environment.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cultural and Creative Studies
- Arts, Aesthetics, and Media Analysis
- Creative Writing and Literary Criticism
- Postcolonial and Ethnic Studies
- Gender, Sexuality, and Youth Cultures
- Comparative Literature and Human Rights
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Disciplines
Creative Writing Liberal ArtsWhat students do after studying
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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Other requirements
General requirements
- A master’s degree from a recognized university or comparable institution, or
- A bachelor’s degree with first-class honors from a recognized university or comparable institution, or
- Any other qualification deemed acceptable by the Graduate School for this purpose.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents94000 HKD / year≈ 94000 HKD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents94000 HKD / year≈ 94000 HKD / year
Living costs
Hong Kong
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Funding
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