Overview
The Government and International Studies programme offered by Hong Kong Baptist University provides doctoral research opportunities across multiple areas of political and international studies, including China studies, European studies, and international relations. It covers topics such as political systems, social movements, labour dynamics in regions including mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and various European countries.
Key Facts
Research also focuses on global interactions and policy, including foreign policy, international political economy, security affairs, and international relations between major regions such as Europe, China, and Africa. These areas support analysis of global political structures, cooperation, conflict, and cross-regional dynamics.
Additionally, the programme includes examining political thought through both Western and Chinese traditions, as well as comparative approaches to political theory. Applicants are invited to apply through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, which supports candidates with strong academic and research potential and encourages engagement with international academic communities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Political Systems in China and Europe
- International Relations and Foreign Policy
- International Political Economy and Security Studies
- Comparative and Chinese Political Theory
- Social Movements and Governance
- Regional and Global Political Studies
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
International Relations Political ScienceWhat 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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