Overview

The Translation programme offered by Lingnan University provides doctoral training in translation studies through a research-focused approach, emphasizing close supervision and intellectual creativity within a bilingual context. It aims to develop advanced skills in both written and oral communication, preparing students to act as effective intermediaries between English and Chinese.

Key Facts

Students engage with a wide range of translation fields, including literary, cultural, and media translation, as well as interpreting and comparative translation studies. The programme supports analytical and critical approaches, enabling students to examine translation practices, theories, and historical developments across different cultural and communicative contexts.

The programme emphasizes independent research and professional development, helping students build the capacity for objective judgment and specialized expertise. Students conduct original research culminating in a doctoral thesis, preparing for roles in academia, government, business, and other professional fields within a bilingual and global environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Translation Theory and Criticism
Literary Translation
Interpreting
Comparative Translation Studies
Translation and Media / Popular Culture
Translation History
Adaptation Studies
Asian Translation Traditions

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting View 3 other PhDs in Translation & Interpreting 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Identity document required (ID card, passport, or travel document)
Official transcripts required (final or latest), with English translation and grade interpretation if not in English
Degree or graduation certificate or proof of study required
Verification proof required for certain qualifications (e.g. CHSI or CSCSE reports where applicable)
English language proficiency proof required (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, CET-6 if prior studies not in English)
Personal statement required
Reference letters required (if applicable)
For doctoral admission: relevant master’s degree or equivalent qualification or proven academic/professional attainment required

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

94000 HKD / year

≈ 94000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

94000 HKD / year

≈ 94000 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.