Taught Postgraduate Programmes
School of Graduate Studies

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FAQs

  • What are the programmes of School of Graduate Studies (GS) and When is the application period for 2026 entry?
    ALL applicants are reminded to read the GS’ website carefully before submitting an application.
    Applications for entry in 2026/27 begin on 01 Oct 2025. The deadlines for applications vary by programme. Please refer to the above website for the deadlines specific to individual programmes. 

     

  • How can I submit my application?
    You can apply for our taught postgraduate programmes via the online application system.

     

  • Can I apply for more than one programme? Will it affect my chance of success?
    You are required to submit separate applications if you wish to make multiple applications for different programmes of our School. Please also note that multiple application fees should be paid. Your chance of success will not be affected.
    However, applicants are not encouraged to switch to another programme once an admission offer has been accepted. Please be aware that the deposit fee will not be refunded if you decide to switch to another programme.

     

  • Can I apply for admission if i am still in my last year of study?
    You do not need to graduate from your bachelor’s degree (for master’s degree applications) or master’s degree (for doctoral applications) at the time of application. However, you must obtain the respective degree on or before August 15 of your admission year.You do not need to graduate from your bachelor’s degree (for master’s degree applications) or master’s degree (for doctoral applications) at the time of application. However, you must obtain the respective degree on or before August 15 of your admission year.

     

  • What kind of supporting documents will be needed for considering my application?
    Please click the website for details of the required supporting documents.

     

  • Do you consider IELTS One Skill Retake score for fulfilling the minimum English proficiency requirement for master's programmes?
    For master's programmes, IELTS One Skill Retake score is not accepted for fulfilling the minimum English proficiency requirement. The University only considers the IELTS result from an individual test on one single test date.

     

  • If my TOEFL or IELTS score does not meet the requirement of the programme, could I use other means to demonstrate my English proficiency? Can the CET conducted by universities in China be used to substitute TOEFL or IELTS?
    Generally, applicants are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the programme's requirements as proof of English proficiency. If you have a CET6 score, you may also submit it for the Admissions Committee's consideration. However, acceptance is ultimately subject to the specific policies of each programme.

     

  • How do I know that I have successfully paid the application fee and submitted the application?
    Upon successful payment of the application fee and submission of an application, an email notification with application no. will be sent to the applicant.

     

  • Do I need to attend an interview?
    Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview by the Programme Office within    2 to 3 weeks. An applicant who has not been invited to an interview shall not assume that he/she is not being considered for admission.

     

  • What language will the interview be conducted in?
    The interview will typically be conducted in English.

     

  • Do I need to submit reference letters?
    You can invite your referees to complete the recommendation letters (sample could be downloaded from the online admission system) and to send us by email admission office if they are not convenient to post it.
    Regarding the reference letter, kindly be alerted that we will not accept reference letters from personal email address(e.g., yahoo, Hotmail, gmail or other similar public system). Please inform your referees to send the soft copy of recommendation letters by their official, company or professional email address.