Application Procedure
Application Period for AY2026/27
2026 intake for MScIDA programme is currently open for application.
Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged.
The application deadline: 30 June 2026
Application Procedure
All applications must be submitted online along with the necessary supporting documents via the Lingnan University's Online Application System. An application is valid and accepted only when the payment procedure is successfully completed. An acknowledgement email with an assigned application number will be sent to the applicant upon each successful online payment transaction.
Two separate confidential recommendation forms or letters should be completed by two referees and be returned to the MScIDA Programme Office through any of the following methods within 3 weeks of application.
By post in a sealed envelope to following mailing address:
MScIDA Programme Office
G09, G/F, Wu Jieh Yee Lingnan Hub
Lingnan University
Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
By email
Email must be sent to the admission email: [email protected] from official university/company email addresses only.
Referees with personal email addresses will not be considered.
Note: Information for the 2027/28 intake is currently being updated and will be published shortly.
Notes
Screening of an application will start upon receipt of all application materials. Shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview conducted by the Admission Panel. All correspondence and notifications regarding admissions matters and results will be made via email. Successful applicants are required to secure their place with the necessary payments by the given date. The offer will be given to another applicant if the payments are not received in time.
Should you have any queries or wish to update personal particulars after an application has been submitted, please email the Programme Office ([email protected]) together with the application number and applicant’s full name.
Any false or misleading information given in the application will lead to disqualification of the applicant and any fees paid will be forfeited.

