Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering is a research-intensive postgraduate curriculum that integrates cutting-edge technological innovation with real-world application. The PhD programme aims to cultivate competent researchers who would like to develop their career in research, academia, and other professional areas.

Key Facts

Research-focused curriculum combining advanced coursework with independent investigation
Mentorship from world-class faculty with expertise in cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
Active engagement with seminars, research presentations, and the academic community

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar Module
Linear Algebra for Signal Processing
Advanced Deep Learning for Computer Vision
Wearable Electronics
Quantum Technologies in Biomedical Sciences

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Applications for admission to the PhD programme and the HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme are invited all year round.
Applications to the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme are usually invited from September to early December.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

85

OR

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Computer Sciences

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

85

OR

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

3-year PhD

a Bachelor's degree with honours and a research Master's degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university

4-year PhD

a Bachelor's degree with honours and a taught Master's degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university; or
a Bachelor's degree with first class honours (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university

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English Language Requirements:

An applicant who is seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong of which the language of teaching and/or examination is not English is required to obtain one of the followings:

an overall score of 85 or above (for tests taken before Jan 21, 2026) or an overall score of 4.5 or above (for tests taken from Jan 21, 2026 onwards) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
a minimum overall band of 6.5 with no subtest lower than 6 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic module); or
grade C or above in the Overseas General Certificate of Education (GCE); or
grade C or above in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE); or
grade C or above in the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language (CPE).

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

49500 HKD / year

≈ 49500 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

49500 HKD / year

≈ 49500 HKD / year

Additional Details

Fees for both National and International

Full-time: HK$49,500 per year

Part-time: HK$63,000 per 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.