MPhil Stream
The MPhil stream usually requires two years of full-time study.
PhD Stream
The PhD stream usually requires at least four years of full-time study. Students with Research Masters degrees are usually expected to graduate within 3 years.
Computational Social Science (CSS) Concentration
Applicants who would like to study in the Computational Social Science (CSS) Concentration under the PhD Stream should apply before commencing their studies at CUHK. For details, please visit the CSS PhD Fellowship Scheme@CUHK homepage for more information.
Fields of Specialization
Please visit the Division's homepage for more information.
MPhil in Architecture
In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have a Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) in a related field and should submit the information as specified in the list of application materials on the School's website.
PhD in Architecture
In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should have a first- or second-class Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) in a related field. Those with a Master's degree (or its equivalent) in a related field may apply, after acceptance, to be exempted from some requirements. All applicants should submit the information as specified in the list of application materials on the School's website.
Main Round: 1 December 2025
Clearing Round: 31 March 2026
(Applications in Clearing Round will only be considered subject to availability of places.)
(for PhD programmes only)
Professor Cecilia L. CHU
School of Architecture,
Room 106, Lee Shau Kee Architecture Building,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong


