Overview

The MPhil/PhD Psychology Programme at Hong Kong Shue Yan University aims to equip scholars or researchers with advanced knowledge and skills in a specialist field, enabling them to undertake roles requiring specialist expertise relating to the pursuit and applications of knowledge and to make a significant impact in their chosen areas of expertise.

Features

Unique features of the programme:

laboratory facilities for running cutting-edge research, such as dense-array electroencephalogram, biofeedback devices, transcranial stimulation devices, eye-trackers, play room, and observation room;

interdisciplinary approach, such as the interface study of psychoanalysis and neuroscience

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

scholarly training in the theoretical perspectives in Psychology;

training in advanced research techniques;

supervision in developing highly original research studies; and

learning opportunities in a broad interdisciplinary network of knowledges relating to Psychology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Psychology View 4 other PhDs in Psychology in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Possess an MPhil or a taught master’s degree; OR

graduated from a recognised university and obtained a Bachelor's degree, normally with First Class honours in Psychology

A recent, color, passport-size photo (i.e., approximately 40mm (Width) x 50 mm (Height) and show full frontal face with clear facial features.)

A copy of your HKID Card or other identification document

Copies of certificates of academic/professional qualifications

A research proposal

A sample of writings (except MPhil / PhD in Psychology)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

69000 HKD / year

≈ 69000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

69000 HKD / year

≈ 69000 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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