38 M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) Degree Programs

Based in the Centre for Materials Science & Culture, the Materials Science MPhil/PhD programme focuses on the invention and the experience of materials to address real world challenges, such as environmental sustainability, and human health and wellbeing.

The Master of Philosophy programme (MPhil) and the Doctor of Philosophy programme (PhD) consist of coursework and research studies leading to the submission of a thesis. Both degrees are offered in full-time and part-time modes.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes of Master of Philosophy in Microelectronics is to apply knowledge and recognize specialist topics in microelectronics research.

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme offered by the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences (ICMS) at the University of Macau (UM) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and advanced understanding of pharmaceutical sciences.

A Master of Philosophy in Human Rights degree offers a profound academic journey into the ethical, political, and legal dimensions of human dignity, freedom, and justice. It encourages a deep engagement with the philosophical foundations of human rights, exploring the historical evolution of rights frameworks and the complex challenges they face in a rapidly changing […]

A Master of Philosophy in Environmental Studies offers an advanced, interdisciplinary approach to understanding and addressing the complex environmental challenges of our time. This degree provides in-depth knowledge of ecological systems, environmental policy, climate change, and sustainability, equipping graduates with the analytical and research skills necessary to evaluate environmental issues from both scientific and socio-political […]

Students will expand their knowledge of history and develop skills in critical analysis, conducting research, and writing a discourse on a topic of the history field. In the end, the students will be better equipped for further academic study, or for professional career in the future.

The programme aims to develop the student’s knowledge of language, linguistics, literatures and cultures of the Portuguese speaking world as well as to increase the cultural literacy and critical thinking skills. There are two specializations available, namely the Literary and Cultural Studies and Applied Linguistics.

PM treasures our tradition of maintaining strong links with local industries and offering application-oriented curricula. Our active engagement in research and consultancy work has been recognised by both academia and industry. The research quality of our staff members and postgraduate students has also received recognition through research awards, grants, fellowships and scholarships.

Our MPhil and PhD degrees are grounded firmly in research theory and methods, while maintaining and encouraging a high degree of creativity and experimentation.

For the Internet of Things specialisation. The Red Bird MPhil Program explores a student-centered interdisciplinary education paradigm through guided learning, creating an optimal growth environment for future strategic engineers and scientists to discover themselves, unleash their potential, and continuously improve their abilities.

The School of Design is home to internationally significant research, much of which is practice-based. The teaching and research areas of the School – Design Products, Fashion, Innovation Designing Engineering, Healthcare Design, Robotics, Service Design and Textiles – represent a wide range of approaches to design research.

The MPhil in Environmental Studies at City University of Hong Kong is a research-based postgraduate degree that prepares students to tackle some of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time. Hosted by the School of Energy and Environment, the programme centres on fundamental and applied research in areas critical to environmental sustainability, including air and water pollution control and management, climate change modelling, mitigation and adaptation, and waste–to–energy and resource recovery. This multidisciplinary focus allows students to explore complex environmental systems and issues both locally and globally, drawing on expertise from atmospheric science, environmental chemistry, water quality science, and resource management.

The Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design is the global leader of inclusive design, with a focus on age, health and (dis)ability. The Ageing, Health & Inclusive Design MPhil/PhD programme focuses on the creative and systematic inquiry of issues relating to ageing, health, and/or inclusive design.

The MPhil in Energy at the City University of Hong Kong is a research-intensive postgraduate degree offered through the School of Energy and Environment (SEE). This programme is designed for students who are passionate about advancing knowledge and innovation in the energy sector, particularly in areas that will shape future sustainable energy systems. At the heart of the programme is a commitment to understanding and developing solutions across four key research pillars: Energy Conversion, Clean and Green Fuels, Energy Efficiency, and Energy Storage, reflecting the school’s broader research strategy toward sustainable and resilient energy technologies.