University Programs

The university offers a range of programs for students, including:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Dual & Double Degrees
  • Dual LLB-JD Degree Programme with Exeter
  • Dual LLB-JD Degree Programme with KCL
  • BBA-JD Double Degree
  • JD-MBA Double Degree
• Jointly Offered Programme
  • BSocSc in Diplomacy and International Studies
• Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL)
• Master of Laws (LLM) in AI Law
• Master of Laws (LLM) in Chinese Business Law
• Master of Laws (LLM) in Common Law
• Master of Laws (LLM) in Energy and Environmental Law
• Master of Laws (LLM) in International Economic Law
• Master of Laws (LLM) in Legal History
• Master of Philosophy in Laws (MPhil)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Laws (PhD)

Dual LLB-JD Degree Programme

The Dual LLB-JD Degree Programme provides students with an opportunity to study towards an LLB degree awarded by KCL and a JD degree awarded by CUHK in four years.

Programme Details

Students will study at KCL in London for the first and second years and at CUHK in Hong Kong for the third and fourth years.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must submit their applications online via the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS) system by 14 January 2026, 18:00 (UK time).

Qualification

Subject to the fulfilment of all the requirements set by the respective legal professions, students will be potentially qualified for admission to practice law in both England & Wales and in Hong Kong.

Selection Process

Selected candidates will be invited to attend an interview conducted by a joint panel comprising members of both law schools.

Research and Expertise

The university has various research areas and projects, including:

• Research Excellence
• Impact
• Areas & Projects
• Centre for Comparative and Transnational Law
• Centre for Legal Innovation and Digital Society
• CUHK LAW Greater Bay Area Forum
• Cross-Border Legal Issues Dialogue Seminar Series
• Greater China Legal History Seminar Series
• Emerging Scholars’ Visiting Scheme
• Publications & Presentations
• Grants & Funds
• Awards & Prizes

Teaching and Learning

The university is committed to teaching excellence, with:

• Teaching Excellence
• Teaching & Learning at CUHK LAW
• Faculty Teaching Awards
• New Ventures Legal Team
• Conferences & Seminars
• Brilliance in Practice: 20th Anniversary Law Masterclasses
• Future Global Legal Leaders Programme

Student Careers

The university provides support for students' careers, including:

• For Students (VCRC)
• For Employers

Alumni and Friends

The university values its alumni and friends, with various initiatives and events.