Overview
This Doctor of Philosophy degree in Arts and Machine Creativity from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology will play an increasingly important role in cultivating a new generation of artists and technologists equipped to navigate and shape the future landscape of creative industries.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the PhD programme, graduates will be able to:
- Integrate superior knowledge and skills from diverse disciplines related to arts and machine creativity, while emphasizing proficiency in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods of research.
- Conduct original research independently with a solid foundation of knowledge and understanding in relevant disciplines associated with arts and machine creativity, including appropriate concepts, methods, and materials.
- Demonstrate a superior understanding and proficiency in research skills.
- Cultivate multi-dimensional perspectives and foster innovative problem-solving abilities to tackle state-of-the-art challenges.
- Acquire a unique skill set that enables effective teaching and communication with individuals from different levels and disciplines within and across organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Creative Convergence: Foundations of Arts and Machine Creativity
Research Methodology in Arts and Machine Creativity
Professional Practice and Research (Projects)
Professional Practice and Research (Internships)
Independent Study in Arts and Machine Creativity
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Disciplines
Management of Creative Industries Fine 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
Applicants seeking admission to a doctoral degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree with a proven record of outstanding performance from a recognized institution; or presented evidence of satisfactory work at the postgraduate level on a full-time basis for at least one year, or on a part-time basis for at least two years.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents44500 HKD / year≈ 44500 HKD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents44500 HKD / year≈ 44500 HKD / year
Living costs
Hong Kong
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
HKUST offers generous scholarships to full-time MPhil and PhD students, which should well cover the academic and living expenses. Please refer to the Scholarship section for details.
Besides, HKUST will provide guaranteed university accommodation for full-time MPhil and PhD students (admitted in or after 2026/27) in their first year of research studies.
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Scholarships Information
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