MSC in Physics

MSC in Physics is a Masters program taught at Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Intake: September. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years) options.

The MSc in Physics at the Chinese University of Hong Kong is a coursework-based master’s programme in the Department of Physics. Students deepen and broaden their understanding of physics through taught courses and learning activities that combine lectures, laboratories, guided studies, projects, and a dissertation. The programme covers advanced knowledge across different branches of physics, spanning classical to quantum, and theory to experiment. It also develops skills such as critical analysis, problem solving, communication, and research.

Students select courses to match their background and study plan because there is no compulsory course requirement. For graduation, students must complete a minimum of 24 units of physics courses at 5000-level. With the Division’s permission, up to 3 units of physics (PHYS) courses at 4000-level and/or 6 units of materials science and engineering (MSEG) courses at 5000-level may be substituted. A dissertation option is available after arranging a supervisor, requiring Guided Study or project III units plus PHYS 5991 (MSc Dissertation).

Modules

• PHYS 5710
• PHYS 5720
• PHYS 5730
• PHYS 5990
• PHYS 5991 (MSc Dissertation)

The minimum requirements for admission in MSC in Physics at Chinese University of Hong Kong for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Chinese University of Hong Kong.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Chinese University of Hong Kong as pre-requiste for admission in MSC in Physics.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Applicants should hold, or expect to hold by the time of admission, a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering, or have sufficient preparation in Physics if the first degree is in other disciplines.
• Normally with Second Class Honours or overall average result of B or above.

Please check detail of study units at https://wp.phy.cuhk.edu.hk/postgraduate-admissions/msc-in-physics

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9 fully funded scholarships are listed for Hong Kong. See Hong Kong scholarships.