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46 Best PhD Programs in Hong Kong

There are 46 PhD programs in Hong Kong, spread across 5 universities — most run Part-time (4 years) or Full-time (3 years). Courses from University of Hong Kong, Chinese University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Polytechnic University come first, because those universities rank highest.

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How these courses are ranked

5 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #17 (University of Hong Kong) to #244 (Hong Kong Baptist University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Hong Kong has the largest research record in this group, with 22,535,057 citations and an h-index of 1,179.

What the courses look like

The most common subjects are Science (8), Business & Management (4), Languages & Linguistics (3) and Professional Accounting & Finance (3). The usual length is Part-time (4 years) or Full-time (3 years) and Full-time mode: With Research Master’s Degree—Normative: 36. 98% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Hong Kong Baptist University offers the widest choice, with 24 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Hong Kong for PhD?

University of Hong Kong (QS World #17), Chinese University of Hong Kong (QS World #36) and Hong Kong Polytechnic University (QS World #54) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for PhD in Hong Kong?

Of those with published fees, Hong Kong Polytechnic University is the least expensive at about USD 18,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a PhD course take in Hong Kong?

Most listed courses run Part-time (4 years) or Full-time (3 years), with Full-time mode: With Research Master’s Degree—Normative: 36 the next most common.

When do PhD courses start in Hong Kong?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD courses in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong Baptist University, with 24, ahead of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (15).

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