Admission Requirements
Academic Qualification
A Bachelor degree from a recognised university, or equivalent. Although a bachelor degree in economics or related areas is not a pre-requisite for admission, the applicant is expected to possess the knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics, with some training in mathematics (especially in calculus and linear algebra) and statistics.
Language Proficiency Requirement
Proof of English proficiency is required for applicants whose first degree were obtained from non-English-medium institutions. This can be fulfilled by obtaining a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79; or a minimum of 6.5 in IELTS.
Documents Required for Application – Photocopies of:
HKID card (for local applicants); Passport or other identity documents of home country (for non-local applicants)
Degree certificate(s)/ graduation diploma(s), and transcript(s) for academic qualification(s) supporting the application
English proficiency test results (TOEFL/ IELTS results), if applicable
Application Period & Selection Process
| Application starts: | 10 September 2024 |
| Application deadline (Local): | 24 July 2025 |
| Application deadline (Non-Local): | 5 May 2025 |
| Programme Orientation & Bridging Courses: | Late August 2025 |
| Academic Year begins: | 1 September 2025 |
International applicants are advised to submit applications by end of April to allow sufficient time for visa application.
Application Procedures
1. Complete the online application form.
2. Check the accuracy of your referee's email addresses as reference request emails are sent to your referees once you submit your application. Referees are contacted by the Graduate School via email with detailed instructions on how to submit an online reference form.
3. Upload all the supporting documents together with the Application Form to the Graduate School Website and pay the non-refundable application fee.
4. Detailed information on application can also be found under Admission to Postgraduate Studies.