Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) / Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Department of Applied Social Sciences 36 months PHD Program By The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Introduction

The Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) is committed to serving the community through the dynamic integration of education, research and service through its applied social science research. APSS’s position as a large social sciences...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Introduction

The Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) is committed to serving the community through the dynamic integration of education, research and service through its applied social science research. APSS’s position as a large social sciences...
Read more

Admission Requirements

80+
6.5+

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) (2-year full-time/4-year part-time)

At least hold a Bachelor’s degree with Second Class Honours or above (or equivalent qualification) conferred by a recognised university

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (3-year full-time/6-year part-time)

Normally hold a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or equivalent (a research postgraduate degree with a dissertation as an award requirement) and a Bachelor's degree, conferred by a recognised university

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (4-year full-time/8-year part-time)

Normally hold:

  • A Master’s degree and a Bachelor's degree, conferred by a recognised university; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours (or equivalent qualification), conferred by a recognised university

3 Years
Sep

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

-
-

International Students

10,794 USD
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QS subject rankings

Subject: Sociology

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Ranking criteria

Academic Reputation
61.6
Citations per Paper
86.9
Employer Reputation
66.5
H-index Citations
81.2

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