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Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Hong Kong, Kowloon Β· Public University Β· Est. 1937

QS World #57 Admissions open
Type
Public University
Founded
1937
Students
32,000
International
7,000

Overview

Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a public university, established in 1937, located in Hong Kong, Kowloon. It is ranked #57 globally in the QS World University Rankings.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance β€” always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at PolyU

24 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Bachelor of Computer Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Data Science

Bachelor of Data Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Economics

Bachelor of Economics

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 360,000 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Civil Engineering

Master of Civil Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Computer Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Data Science

Master of Data Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Economics

Master of Economics

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Hospitality Management

Master of Hospitality Management

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Master of Mechanical Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Psychology

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 240,000 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Civil Engineering

PhD in Civil Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Data Science

PhD in Data Science

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Economics

PhD in Economics

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Hospitality Management

PhD in Hospitality Management

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Psychology

PhD in Psychology

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 480,000 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

HKD 120,000 – HKD 160,000/yr

Premium tuition

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Hong Kong.

Last updated 11 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.