A Bachelor's degree with honours and a taught Master's degree in Public Administration, or another qualification of equivalent standard.At least eight years' managerial experience in public administration or other related disciplines.

The objective of the Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) programme is to provide an opportunity for senior managers interested in public governance and administration, particularly those in the public and nonprofit sectors, to undertake continuing professional development and postgraduate study at the doctoral level. The programme is designed to extend students' knowledge of current critical issues in governance, public policy and public administration, and to enable them to develop their research and analytical skills through the completion of an original thesis. It prepares students to integrate academic and professional knowledge to enhance their intellectual abilities and professional practice in order to achieve more effective public leadership. Through these skills, graduates will be well placed to meet the challenges that arise in a rapidly changing environment of the global.

Applicants will normally be required to hold a Bachelor's degree of this University or a qualification of equivalent standard from this University or another university or comparable institution accepted for this purpose. Non-local students may only apply for the full-time mode.

The dramatic social and economic transformation of China, one of the most populous and rapidly developing nations in the world, is a major historical event of the twentieth century. In connection to this unparalleled transformation, demand for knowledge of what is taking place in China and its global implications is greater than ever before.

1. Applicants will normally be required to hold a Bachelor's degree of this University or a qualification of equivalent standard from this University or another university or comparable institution accepted for this purpose; or a relevant professional qualification of equivalent standard with appropriate experience.2. Chartered Membership of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CMILT) is accepted by the Faculty of Social Sciences as a relevant professional qualification of equivalent standard.3. Non-local students may only apply for the full-time mode.

The Master of Arts in Transport Policy and Planning [MA(TranspPol&Plan)] programme is co-organised by the Department of Geography, Department of Urban Planning and Design and Department of Civil Engineering at The University of Hong Kong. It aims to provide the expanding transport sector in Hong Kong with a steady supply of well-trained professionals at the executive level, and provide training for graduates aspiring to pursue careers in the transport industry.

Applicants shall hold a Bachelor's degree with honours of HKU or an equivalent qualification from a comparable institution, preferably in a field related to social sciences, healthcare, education or arts disciplines. Candidates with qualifications other than an honours degree will be considered on their individual merits. A minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification working experience is preferred. In addition, applicants shall submit an arts portfolio to demonstrate proficiency in using at least one arts form, (visual art, music, dance, drama or poetry). Qualifying examinations to test the applicants' abilities to follow the prescribed courses and/or interviews may be conducted.Applicants with qualifications from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong where the language of teaching or examination is not English are required, unless exceptionally exempte, to obtain:a score of 550 or above (paper-based test) or 80 or above (internet-based test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); ora minimum overall band of 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); orgrade C or above in either the Overseas General Certificate of Education, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language.

The MExpArtsTh programme provides multi-modality (multiple arts forms) training in expressive arts therapy in the fields of healthcare, education and community development. It aims to cultivate competent clinical and educational specialists ready to lead the development of the field of expressive arts therapy in Hong Kong and Asia. The objectives of the programme are:

1. A Bachelor's degree with honours or an equivalent qualification; and2. 5-10 years of public policy work experience3. A TOEFL IBT score of 100 with no less than a 20 in each section or an IELTS score of 7 with no less than 6 on each band

Master of Global Public Policy is an inventive new degree program offered jointly by the University of Southern California's Sol Price School of Public Policy and the University of Hong Kong addresses the global demand for training and education to shape future leaders capable of identifying key resources, creating solutions to complex problems, and managing unprecedented change and cultivate their skills in public policymaking, greater political acumen, capability in global trend analysis, economic and data analysis, improved intercultural communication, an understanding of how common policy problems are being addressed in different countries, and connections with policy leaders and experts from around the world.

A Bachelor's degree with honours or an equivalent qualification.

The Master of International and Public Affairs [MIPA] is a multidisciplinary programme in international relations with special reference to the Asia-Pacific region. The MIPA, designed for mid-career professionals, it provides the conceptual knowledge and in-depth understanding of regional and global affairs which are needed to meet the career challenges of globalisation and international changes in today's world. Teachers are dedicated scholars trained in major universities, with strong professional and academic connections with the academic and policy communities throughout the region and the world. The programme, networked with major institutions in Mainland China and overseas as well as the local policy community, is designed for mid-career professionals and/or graduates who would like to prepare themselves for more advanced specialised academic studies. The programme also offers flexibility to satisfy candidates with different backgrounds and needs by allowing them to choose courses from related areas such as law, media studies and public policy, or to spend time overseas or in Mainland China.

1. A Bachelor's degree with honours or an equivalent qualification.2. A score of 587 or above (paper-based test) or 240 or above (computer-based test) or 95 or above (Internet-based test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum overall band of 7.0 with no subtest lower than 6.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required for applicants seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong in which the language of instruction and/or examination is not English.3. Working experience in journalism is desirable.4. Candidates may be required to pass a qualifying examination and interview administered by the Journalism and Media Studies Centre.5. Candidates who do not hold a Bachelor's degree with honours from this University or another qualification of equivalent standard may in exceptional circumstances be permitted to register if:- they possess proven professional experience in journalism or in relevant professions, and- show proof of competence in the English language, and- satisfy the examiners in a qualifying examination, if appropriate.6. Applicants with outstanding merits could be exempted from the qualifying examination and considered for early admission, subject to an interview with the admission panel.

As the first graduate degree course in Hong Kong dedicated to the training of news professionals, the Master of Journalism [MJ] programme focuses on the core ingredients of a sound education in journalism. Students received training in the best practices in print, new-media and broadcast journalism, as well as media law, standards and ethics. Students may also develop specialities in business, public health, science, environmental and cultural journalism, and in journalism covering China. The programme, taught in English, seeks to prepare students for the professional world, and to become standard bearers in a fast-changing media environment shaped increasingly by commercial pressures and revolutionary technological developments. The programme is also suitable for mid-career journalists interested in professional enhancement or a teaching career, as well as for non-news professionals seeking a media-related career.

A Bachelor's degree with honours or an equivalent qualification.

The key objectives of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme are to equip students with the latest knowledge needed to understand the organisation and operation of the public sector; and to acquire skills that will enable them to become effective public managers in Hong Kong and beyond. The courses offered in the curriculum are designed primarily to meet the challenges facing the public or non-profit sectors in a rapidly changing environment. Individuals working in the private sector and firms may also find the programme useful in enhancing their understanding of the government and other public organisations.

1. A Bachelor's degree with honours in psychology or an equivalent qualification;2. Candidates shall satisfy the examiners in a qualifying examination if required.

The Master of Social Sciences in the field of Clinical Psychology [MSocSc(Clinical Psychology)] programme is designed to train professional clinical psychologists in serving the community. Graduates will be equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills to become competent scientist-practitioners in the clinical psychology profession. Training components of the programme involve coursework, research dissertation, and practicum in various placement settings.

1. A Bachelor's degree with honours in psychology or an equivalent qualification; and2. Eligibility for the Graduate Membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society; and3. Relevant working experience in an educational or related setting is preferred; and4. Candidates shall pass a qualifying examination if required.

The Master of Social Sciences in the field of Educational Psychology MSocSc(Educational Psychology) programme is designed to provide instruction and training in the theory and practice of educational psychology. Emphasis is placed on both academic studies and related practical experience in the field. Special attention is paid to issues of professional development in Chinese culture and society. The programme covers both theoretical and practical aspects of educational psychology. Courses include psychoeducational assessment and intervention, children with special needs, research methods, applied developmental psychology, curriculum and instruction, motivation and learning, professional ethics and issues in educational psychology, and skills-training seminar. Supervised practical training and an empirical thesis are also included.