FAQ

Q1: When will the application information be available?

Application information for admission will usually be available from October/ November onwards every year.

Q2: What is the medium of instruction?

The medium of instruction for the MAHKCS programme is English, supplemented with Chinese.

Q1: Application period for part-time study

Part-time study is not available for 2026/27 cohort.

Q2: Application period for full-time study

For application deadlines, please see How to Apply.

Q3: Definition of “non-local students”

According to the definition by the HKSAR Government adopted for education-related areas in the post-secondary education context, “non-local students” are:

Students holding:

- student visa / entry permit to study in Hong Kong,
- dependent visa who are aged 18 years old or above before September 1 of the year of admission; and
- visa under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG), issued by the Director of Immigration of the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

**However, if a person is holding a valid work visa during his or her study period, he or she is defined as a local student.**

Q4: What kind of attention should I pay upon application submission?

1. Application must be done online through this link. After the submission, you will receive an auto-email notification with a link.
2. You should submit documents (such as university grade report, academic proof) through the link above within one week.
3. After full submission of the documents, the School will process your application and inform you of the result as soon as possible.

Q5: Shall I need to provide referees’ information?

Please include TWO referees’ information in the application form (TOLA system).

After submission of the online application form, the referees will automatically receive an email which contains link to the recommendation form.

Q1: Shall I submit proof of English level?

You are not required to provide English proficiency proof if you obtained a bachelor's degree from a recognized local and overseas institution where the medium of instruction was English.

However, if you do not fulfill the above-mentioned condition, please provide proof of English proficiency upon application with reference to the programme's admission requirement.

Q1: Shall I need to pay the whole course fee upon admission?

For fees related to the study of MA in the field of Hong Kong Cultural Studies programme and the arrangement of payment, please see Fees.

Q2: Is there any reduction in tuition fee level?

There is currently no tuition fee reduction. Scholarships and awards have not yet been established.

Q1: If I receive an offer for this programme, can I also accept an offer from another programme?

According to University regulation, students who have completed registration for our programme are not permitted to enroll in another programme offered by this University or any other university. A breach of this regulation may result in discontinuation of studies at this University.

Q2: When will I know about the application result?

The more complete the supporting documents, the speedier the application will be processed. Applicants who are accepted will receive a preliminary notification by email from the School. Once all administrative procedures are completed, the University will issue an official acceptance letter.

Q1: Are there any scholarships or awards for this programme?

Currently, the MA in the field of Hong Kong Cultural Studies programme does not offer any scholarships or awards.

Q2: Is housing available for Taught Postgraduate students?
On-campus residential places for postgraduate students are limited and in high demand. Taught postgraduate (TPg) students usually live off-campus and arrange their own accommodation. For more information on University housing and off-campus options, please visit the CEDARS (Centre of Development and Resources for Students) website.

Q3: How can I obtain a student visa?
Please note that the processing time for student visa applications is approximately 10–12 weeks. For details, visit the student visa website of HKU Admissions Office.