University Overview
The Education University of Hong Kong (The Education University of Hong Kong, abbreviated as EdUHK) is one of the eight publicly funded universities in Hong Kong, China, with a focus on education, the humanities and social sciences. The University has extensive strengths in education, with distinctive expertise in teacher training, educational research and interdisciplinary applications. EdUHK offers a range of one-year taught master's programmes, many of which are delivered in Chinese and are relatively accessible to students from Mainland China.
Master's Programmes Offered (2027/28 Academic Year Reference)
Chinese-Taught Programmes
• Master of Advanced Public Administration and Leadership
• Master of Arts in "Belt and Road" Business Communication and Administration
• Master of Arts in Leadership Education in Chinese Values
• Master of Arts in Comparative Education and Collaborative Innovation
• Master of Arts in Digital Human Resource Management and Organisational Marketing
• Master of Arts in Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
• Master of Arts in Future Workforce Empowered by Emerging Technologies
• Master of Arts in Esports Management
• Master of Arts in Global Higher Education
• Master of Arts in Mindfulness and Life Education
• Master of Arts in New Media and Social Media
• Master of Arts in Science and Robotics Education
• Master of Laws in Digital Governance
• Master of Arts in Inclusive Early Childhood Education
• Master of Science in Environmental, Social, Governance and Sustainable Development
• Master of Arts in Chinese Studies (Language Education)
• Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Education and Management
• Master of Science in Education Policy and Management (Chinese Stream)
• Master of Arts in Teaching Chinese as an International Language
• Master of Science in Applied Data Science
• Master of Science in Learning Sciences and Smart Education
• Master of Management
• Master of Science in Digital Economy
• Master of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality Management
• Master in Chinese Art Business and Cultural Heritage Management
• Master in Healthy Ageing and Silver Economy
• Master in Beauty and Wellness (Business Operations and Management)
• Master in Women's Studies and Sustainable Development in the Chinese Context
• Master in Higher Education Management
Some programmes offer weekend classes or spring intake arrangements, subject to the programme information published for the relevant year. The language of instruction, intake schedule and special requirements vary by programme. Applicants are advised to check the official page of their intended programme before applying.
English-Taught Programmes
In addition to the Chinese-taught programmes listed above, The Education University of Hong Kong also offers master's programmes in education, psychology, languages and applied sciences that are primarily taught in English. Please refer to the official information published by the Graduate School for the specific programme list and language requirements.
Overview of Admission Requirements
Academic Qualifications
• Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification awarded by a recognised higher education institution;
• Final-year students may apply in advance with proof of enrolment and submit their graduation certificate, degree certificate and academic qualification verification report before enrolment;
• Some programmes prefer applicants with backgrounds in education, Chinese language, humanities, management, engineering, computer science or related disciplines;
• Certain programmes may require relevant work experience. Specific requirements are subject to the official programme information.
Language Requirements
• Chinese-taught programmes: IELTS or TOEFL scores are generally not required; applicants must have good Chinese proficiency; some programmes require interviews to be conducted in Chinese; if the applicant's native language is not Chinese and they have not obtained a degree taught in Chinese, some programmes may require HSK Level 6 or equivalent proof of Chinese language proficiency.
• English-taught programmes: IELTS (Academic) overall score of 5.5 or above; or TOEFL iBT score of 59 or above; or CET-6 score of 430 or above; or a passing score or above in TEM-8; or other equivalent English language qualifications.
• Some programmes, such as Occupational Therapy and National Security Law, have higher language requirements and generally require an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL score of 80 or above. English test results generally must be valid within two years at the time of application.
Work Experience and Other Requirements
• Programmes such as Public Administration, Education Management, Cultural Heritage, and Tourism and Hospitality Management may give preference to applicants with relevant work experience;
• Some programmes require an interview, while others may require recommendation letters or a personal statement;
• The specific list of required documents is subject to the official requirements of each programme.
Application Period (2027/28 Academic Year Reference)
Degree and Recognition
Upon successful completion of the programme and fulfilment of graduation requirements, students will be awarded a master's degree by The Education University of Hong Kong. The degree is recognised locally in Hong Kong, by the Ministry of Education in Mainland China and internationally. Eligible graduates may apply for academic degree verification through the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange of the Ministry of Education. In accordance with the regulations of the Hong Kong Immigration Department, graduates may apply under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG) visa scheme to seek employment opportunities in Hong Kong.
The above information has been compiled from official university and publicly available sources. Specific programme details, tuition fees, language and special requirements, application deadlines and other information are subject to the admission guidelines published on the official programme website for the relevant year.