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5 Social Science PhD Degree Programs in Hong Kong
Lingnan University
PhD in Sociology and/or Social Policy
- Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
PhD
Full time
30 months
On-Campus
English
The Department of Sociology and Social Policy has more than ten professorial members from six different countries. Since 2014, it has had 19 research postgraduate students from Asia, Africa, Europe and North America, including an outstanding record of six Hong Kong PhD Fellows.
Lingnan University
PhD in Political Sciences
- Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
PhD
Full time
30 months
On-Campus
English
Internationally-experienced faculty members in the Department of Political Science have quality publication records and some are recognised as experts in their fields of study. Faculty members in the Department specialise in a wide range of sub-disciplines, such as the governance and politics of Hong Kong and China, Asian-Pacific international relations, regional and global politics. Particular strengths in instruction and supervision include governance of Hong Kong, Chinese reform politics, regionalism, sport-politics nexus, Chinese foreign and security policies, Korean peninsula politics, and democratisation in Asia.
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Lingnan University
PhD Programmes Offering Joint Supervision with Shenzhen University, China in the research areas of International Relations and Development Studies
- Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
To offer opportunities for interdisciplinary research studies, Lingnan University (LU) and Shenzhen University (SZU) have launched a collaboration on joint PhD supervision in the research areas of International Relations and Development Studies from the 2021 intake. Applicants considering for admission to PhD programmes with research areas related to International Relations and Development Studies may consider this joint supervision arrangement.
Lingnan University
PhD in Cultural Studies
- Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
PhD
Full time
30 months
On-Campus
English
Established in 2000, the Department is the first and still the only place in the Chinese-speaking world with a fully interdisciplinary and cosmopolitan faculty of staff committed exclusively to the teaching and research in contemporary Cultural Studies.
Lingnan University
Doctor of Policy Studies
- Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
PhD
Full time, Part time
36 months
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Policy Studies programme has flexible delivery modes and strong experiential learning elements including field visits, and academic workshops and seminars. The field visits (including overseas tours) are to ensure that students understand the current mindsets and practices regarding policy studies in other countries and can conduct their research from an international perspective, without simply relying on textbooks, journals, and other publications.
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A PhD in Social Sciences in Hong Kong provides a unique opportunity to explore complex societal issues through rigorous research and innovative methodologies. The vibrant academic environment allows you to engage deeply with regional and global challenges, preparing you to influence policy and societal development.
Through advanced courses in areas like qualitative and quantitative research methods, students develop skills in designing comprehensive studies, analyzing social phenomena, and evaluating data critically. The emphasis on cutting-edge research projects fosters independence and intellectual growth, allowing you to contribute original insights to the field. As you delve into topics such as cultural studies, urban sociology, or public policy, you'll expand your analytical capabilities and refine your critical thinking.
Graduates typically find roles in academia, governmental organizations, or international NGOs, where skills in data interpretation and policy analysis are highly valued. Hong Kong’s dynamic role as a cultural and economic hub enhances your research opportunities and positions you for an influential career. Students build confidence as they engage with new perspectives and complex societal dynamics.