HKUMaster of Public PolicyThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology · Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China

Program Overview

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

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

Statement of purpose

Explain interests and motivation for pursuing public policy.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 2

Academic referees preferred unless otherwise stated by the program.

Official transcript(s)

Full tertiary education history; grading-system legend if not shown on transcript.

Academic: Upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Or international equivalent.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; A bachelor’s degree with second class honors.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (5.5 each component); Single-attempt scores; test-at-home not accepted.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4.5 each component) | 80 overall; Applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026 onwards.; Applies to iBT tests taken before 21 Jan 2026.
GMAT: Optional; Encouraged but not required.
GRE: Optional; Encouraged but not required.

Historical admission data is not published.