Overview

Lingnan University's English Doctoral Program is a distinguished academic venture meticulously crafted for scholars seeking the pinnacle of linguistic and literary expertise. Committed to academic excellence, this program offers a dynamic platform for advanced research, critical analysis, and intellectual discourse. Students are immersed in a vibrant academic community that fosters collaboration, pushing the boundaries of English studies. Renowned faculty, cutting-edge resources, and a rich intellectual heritage define this program, positioning graduates as thought leaders in the global academic landscape.

Key Features

Rigorous Research Environment
Renowned and Supportive Faculty
Collaborative Academic Community
Cutting-edge Resources
Global Perspective Integration
Intellectual Discourse Platforms

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Literary Criticism
Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Comparative Literature
Postcolonial Literature
Cultural Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-17 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Language Studies View 10 other PhDs in Language Studies in Hong Kong (SAR)

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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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a master's degree awarded by a tertiary education institution recognized for this purpose by the University; or
Hold a relevant bachelor's degree with first or second class honors or at an equivalent standard and have registered in a program of study for a master's degree at a recognized tertiary education institution for at least one year and have evidence of research achievement; or
Have obtained an equivalent qualification; or
Have provided satisfactory evidence of academic and professional attainment.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

89000 HKD / year

≈ 89000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

89000 HKD / year

≈ 89000 HKD / year

Additional Details

Part-time: HK$56,134 per year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hong Kong

Funding

Scholarships Information

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