It normally takes two years (full-time) to complete 22 units. Students must also pass a Portfolio Examination.
Fields of Specialization
The Division focuses geographically on Asia. Research topics include aging, archaeology, cultures of expertise, drug use and rehabilitation, ecology and environment, ethics, gender, heritage, medicine, migration, philanthropy, property, refugees, and sports.
Please visit the Division’s homepage for more information.
The tuition fee will be HK$47,000 for 2026/27 and HK$49,500 for 2027/28, regardless of the study mode.
In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have majored in anthropology or related fields.
Applicants are required to furnish proof of their research capability by submitting samples of writings or publications such as thesis or project reports, and a statement of purpose (2-3 pages) describing why the applicant wants to study anthropology at CUHK and what research project the applicant proposes to carry out. If relevant for research, some evidence of Chinese proficiency is also required for non-native speakers.
Main Round: 1 December 2025
Clearing Round: 31 March 2026
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)
Professor Teresa KUAN
Division of Anthropology,
Room 407, Humanities Building, New Asia College,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong
