Dean's Message

Welcome to the School of Graduate Studies at Lingnan University.

We understand that pursuing postgraduate studies is a major decision. As you explore your options for postgraduate education, I invite you to discover our mission and offerings. We are dedicated to empowering students to become responsible, innovative, and globally minded leaders. Our extensive resources include personalised academic advising, enriching research opportunities, scholarship support, and targeted career development services—all designed to set you on a path to success.

In addition to overseeing the academic development and quality assurance of Lingnan’s postgraduate programmes, our School offers 12 specialised programmes grouped into three dynamic clusters: Policy and Education Leadership, Regional Development and Urban Studies, and Health, Ageing and Social Innovation Studies. These programmes are crafted to equip you with essential skills to tackle contemporary challenges through interdisciplinary learning.

Global engagement is a hallmark of the Lingnan experience. You will have opportunities to participate in international summer schools, attend world-class conferences, and engage in research workshops. These experiences not only enhance your academic profile but also foster collaborations with distinguished scholars from around the globe.

Our faculty members are accomplished educators and active researchers who are committed to guiding you through significant projects while providing the necessary academic resources. We strive to create a vibrant environment conducive to research and learning.

Beyond academics, we value whole-person development. Our Learning Enhancement and Aspiration Pathways (GS LEAP) programme offer activities such as academic writing workshops, Cantonese language classes, volunteering opportunities, and cultural excursions, designed to help you develop new skills and forge lasting connections, in line with our motto, “Education for service”.

As we look to the future, our School is dedicated to advancing innovation and excellence, strengthening high-level talent development, and enhancing interdisciplinary research collaboration. We strive to become an internationally influential academic hub, contributing to both knowledge creation and positive societal progress.

As you consider joining our vibrant community, I encourage you to embrace this opportunity for growth and exploration. Together, we can make a positive impact on society and the world. Thank you for considering the School of Graduate Studies at Lingnan University. We look forward to welcoming you to our family.

Professor Sam Kwong
J.K. Lee Chair Professor of Computational Intelligence
Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research)
Dean of the School of Graduate Studies