Program Overview

Program Overview: ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme at Hong Kong Baptist University

The ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme was launched in 2020 with the aim of enhancing the University's research capacity and providing students with comprehensive and practical doctoral training in transdisciplinary research. This program is supported by the PhD Transdisciplinary Research Scholarship Scheme.

General Information

• Study Mode: Full-time
• Tuition Fee:
  • UGC-funded:
    • AY2026/27: HK$47,000 (approx. US$6,000)
    • AY2027/28: HK$49,500 (approx. US$6,300)
    • AY2028/29: to be confirmed by University Grants Committee
  • Full-time Self-funded: HK$89,000/year (subject to review)
• Cut Off Date: 01 Dec 2025
• Year of Entry: 2026 September
• Funding Nature: UGC/RGC-funded, Self-funded

Fields of Study

The programme focuses on transdisciplinary research studies aligning with the directions of the University's strategic Research Clusters:

• Creative Media/Practice
• Health and Drug Discovery
• Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• Humanities and Cultures

Programme Details

The ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme is housed under the Institute of Transdisciplinary Studies (ITS) in the first year, where students engage in transdisciplinary research studies. The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and practical doctoral training experience.

Important Application Dates for Academic Year 2026/27

• Application Start Date: 1 September 2025
• Application Deadline: 1 December 2025 Applicants are strongly advised to familiarize themselves with the application details and make applications as early as possible due to the competitive nature of admission offers and quota availability.

Notes

1. The above information is for reference only and is subject to change without prior notice. Hong Kong Baptist University reserves the right of final decision and interpretation in case of any dispute.
2. A non-refundable admission confirmation fee, including the first instalment of tuition fee plus other administrative fees, must be paid upon acceptance of the admission offer.