Research Postgraduate Programs (RPgs)
RPgs involve the completion of coursework and independent research, and successful defense of thesis. The normative periods of study are as follows:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)Full-time: 4 years in generalFull-time: 3 years if a relevant research master’s degree was earned prior to entering the PhD program Master of Philosophy (MPhil)Full-time: 2 yearsWe also offer a list of innovative cross-disciplinary research postgraduate programs under the admission to HKUST(GZ).
Hong Kong - Guangzhou Cross-Campus Study OpportunitiesTo encourage collaboration between HKUST and HKUST(GZ), students have opportunities for cross-campus study and access to research facilities on another campus.With the University's enlarged scope and additional resources, students are empowered to pursue their passion and engage in in-depth research from multiple angles to tackle real-world problems in the 21st century.