Fees

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the 2026-27 academic year for individual full-time MPhil/PhD programmes is HK$47,000, payable by two equal instalments of HK$23,500 each. The tuition fee for the 2027-28 academic year for individual full-time MPhil/PhD programmes is HK$49,500, payable by two equal instalments of HK$24,750 each. The first instalment is payable on first registration while the second one before the start of the second term. Self-financed students are required to pay HK$94,000* for the 2026-27 academic year/HK$99,000* for the 2027-28 academic year (full-time) and HK$56,134 (part-time), except for those receiving financial support from the University for full-time study.

* Some collaborative programmes may charge a higher rate, which is subject to review on an academic yearly-basis. Please refer to individual programme pages for more information.

For details of tuition waiver, please read Tuition Waiver.

Deposit

A deposit of HK$600 (subject to adjustment) is payable by all students on first registration and is refundable only when a student has completed at least one academic year and, withdraws officially from the University or his/her study is discontinued by the University. A deduction will be made by the University for any outstanding debts not previously settled.

Administrative Fee for Student Visa Application

A non-refundable administrative fee of HK$700 (visa fee of HK$330 inclusive) is payable by all students for each student visa application.

Graduation Fee

A graduation fee of HK$600 (subject to adjustment) is payable upon approval for graduation. The full amount or the balance of the deposit paid on first registration is used to pay this graduation fee. If the balance is insufficient to pay the entire fee, a student must pay the difference before the degree is awarded.