HKUDoctor of Philosophy in Computer ScienceThe University of Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Apr 30, 2027 | Aug 31, 2027).

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Personal statement

Motivation for research study.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 2

Academic referees expected.

Research proposal

Proposed research topic and plan.

Official transcript(s)

All universities attended.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Research postgraduate admission; honours or equivalent typically expected. No hard GPA cutoff confirmed on the department page.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Preparation for computer science research; supervisor matching may be expected.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); MPhil/PhD G2(b) threshold if prior degree was not taught in English.
TOEFL: 85 overall; MPhil/PhD G2(b) threshold if prior degree was not taught in English.
GMAT: Not considered
GRE: Optional

Historical admission data is not published.