Postgraduate Prospectus 2021-22

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[evdate 2020-07-15] A THE HONG KONG ll TI JI UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE ~ AND TECHNOLOGY INNOVATING TODAY IMAGINING TOMORROW Postgraduate Prospectus 2021-22

"A place where freedom meets discipline and Vision coincides with innovation. An institution where research excellence is a reality, and ·dare to dream' is our invitation."

Welcome to HKUSTa university ot choice for talents, attractive to the best global minds. among Top Young Universities in the World 1 - The HKUST Difference We take pride in our institution not only because of our rankings, but because we celebrate our students' individuality- their backgrounds, their voices and their dreams. Diversity is a way of living and learning here. Global Employability in Greater China 3 THE Young UnNers1ty Ranl(lngs, 2020 1 OS World University Rankings, 2021 Global UniversJty EmployabJilty Ranl<mg, 2019 • Financial Tunes Global £MBA Rankings, 2019. OS Global Joint £MBA Rankmgs, 2020 in the World 4 for Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Program • • • • •• I =----..,,_..., Truly Global, Proudly Di verse 580lt+ Postgraduate Students at HKUST in 2019-20 Postgraduate Student Profile . i':. Coming from .. 7cf)-a•, Countries and Regions • • • • Austria Algeria, Australia. Azerba11an. Canada. · Bangladesh China United States Czech Republic. Cameroon. Hong Kong. India . Estonia. France, Egypt. Eth1op1a. Indonesia. lra·n. lsr~el. • Germany. Greece. Gambia. Ghana. Japan, Kazakhstan, Hungary, Ireland. Kenya. Liberia. Lebanon. Macao. Italy. Netherlands. Mauritius. Malaysia. Mongolia. Poland. Portugal. Morocco. Nigeria. Myanmar. Nepal. Russia. Serbia. South Africa. New Zealand. Slovakia. Slovenia. Tun1s1a Pakistan. Ph1l1ppines. Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Dominican, Mexico. Peru Data as of Dec 2019 Spain. Sweden. Singapore. Switzerland. Turkey. South Korea'. United Kingdom Sn Lanka. Syria. Taiwan, Thailand, Turkmenistan. Uzbekistan. Vietnam The Hong Kong Advantage Hong Kong offers you the most exciting options and opportunities to jumpstart your journey to success. With its prime location in Asia, wealth of talents and international connectivity, this dynamic city presents endless possibilities arising from the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. 1Qth , 8 t >tud t R k 19 l· Strong resources and support for research development and start-up activities. i' Financial hub with the rule of law, a low tax system, a free flow of information and world-class infrastructure. ) Ranked in top 3 for economic freedom by the Heritage Foundation for over 2 decades and consistently ranked 1st on the Economic Freedom Index of the Fraser Institute. t Abundant and forward-looking opportunities as Hong Kong plays a vital role in the development of the Greater Bay Area. !} English is widely used and also the medium of instruction in the university. } A 24/7 character with a wide spectrum of outdoor activities, dining and entertainment options. Read more about the success stories of our students: pg.ust.hk/sharing ~~ a - s Where Great Minds Converge The greatest place is made up of the greatest people. Our outstanding faculty are distinguished scholars, dedicated teachers and passionate life explorers, who nurture you, challenge you, and inspire you to fulfill your dreams. 690+ Faculty 35+ from Countries and Regions Data as of June 2020 •renure-track faculty (Assistant Professor or above/ and research-track faculty Majority coming from world-renowned universities Boston Brown Cambridge Chicago Columbia Cornell Harvard Illinois London Michigan MIT New York Oxford Pennsylvania Princeton Southern California Stanford Toronto UC Berkeley UCLA Washington I II ll1H II l'H II' Carnegie- Mellon Duke Maryland Northwestern Purdue UBC Yale Thinking Forward HKUST(GZ) strives to reinvent education and open up new frontiers of knowledge and research to address unfolding needs and challenges in the world. Breaking Grounds Adopting an innovative pedagogical model, HKUST(GZ) allows faculty and students to bridge diverse knowledge from multiple disciplines and break new grounds for cross-disciplinary research. Bridging Gaps Conveniently located in Nansha, south of Guangzhou, HKUST(GZ) helps facilitate the development of the Greater Bay Area, a strategic hub for the combined talents from HKSAR, Macao SAR and Guangdong Province. 13 2021-22 Postgraduate Programs Doctor of Philosophy Master of Philosophy Master of Science Master of Aris Doctor of Business Administration IOBAI/ IPhDI IMPh;l) IMScl IMAI Master of Business Administration IMBA/EMBAI Analytical Chemistry Biotechnology Chemistry • • Data-Driven Modelling • Financial Mathematics • Life Science • • Mathematics • • Mathematics for Educators • • • Doctor of Business Administration Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA HKUST Executive MBA HKUST-NYU Stern MS in Global Finance HKUST-SKOLKOVO Executive MBA • Program for Eurasia MBA • Accounting • • Business Analytics • Economics • • Finance • • Financial Technology • Global Operations • Information Systems • Information Systems Management • International Management • Management Marketing Operations Management Global China Studies • Humanities • • International Language Education • Social Science • • • - 16 - 14 HKUST Distinctive Academic Structure While capitalizing on the well-established disciplinary foundation at the Clear Water Bay campus, HKUST(GZ) will chart new territories in higher education pedagogy through a unique and non-conventional Hub structure consisting of four Academic Hubs and a wide spectrum of cutting-edge Research Thrust Areas. CLEAR WATER BAY CAMPUS GUANGZHOU CAMPUS Wide Selection of Programs HKUST currently offers two types of postgraduate studies: Degree Type Program Requirements Normative Study Duration Research Programs Taught Programs • Master of Philosophy IMPhill • Doctor of Philosophy !PhD) Involve the completion of coursework and independent research, and successful defense of thesis • 2 years for MPhil studies !Full-time) • 3 or 4 years for PhD studies IFull-timel. depending on entry qualifications • Doctor of Business Administration IDBA) • Executive Master of Business Administration IEMBA) • Master of Business Administration IMBA) • Master of Arts IMA) • Master of Science !MSc) • Master of Public Management IMPM) • Master of Public Policy IMPP) • Postgraduate Diploma IPGD) Fulfill coursework requirements and projects, if any • 1 to 2 years !Full-time) • 1.5 to 4 years IPart-timel. depending on individual programs 15 Expanding Frontiers, Converging Minds Creating your tomorrow means forging new paths today. With an unprecedented cross-disciplinary academic structure, HKUST(Guangzhou) is established with the mission to transform education to meet the ever-changing needs of our global community. Join us to fulfill your passions. A New Horizon: HKUST(GZ) Pilot Scheme Real-world problems cannot be solved with one equation. To intervene, we must meet them where they are. The pioneering academic structure at HKUST(GZ) breaks down disciplinary silos and welcomes students from different backgrounds to integrate ideas boldly, solve problems innovatively, and work collaboratively - without borders - to address global challenges. Program Features: * Innovative Cross-Disciplinary Research Postgraduate Studies Same Admission Requirements as other HKUST Programs University Support: RedBird Postgraduate Studentship: HK$216,360 I-US$27,700) per year RedBird PhD Scholarship: Renewable Scholarship of HK$40,000 (-US$5, 100) per year for excellent PhD students ~ pg.ust.hk/gz R Cutting-Edge Research Thrust Areas Combining Hard, Natural and Soft Sciences .·······(o) •. ~ Start in Hong Kong in 2021 & Move to New Guangzhou Campus in 2022 (o)••·····: ~-······ Guaranteed University Accommodation: • On Clear Water Bay Campus in 2021/22 • Entire Normative Period of Study on Guangzhou Campus The amounts of tuition fee and studentship are the same as other HKUST MPhil/PhD programs. Please refer to P.20-21 for more details. 10 Where Research Flourishes Strong Research Infrastructure Key Research Institutes in Hong Kong Z. HKUST Jockey Club Institute ~~ I I for Advanced Study (IAS) l!l~ Key Research Institutes in Mainland • " I!) Explore More · pg.ust.hk/research l!I. ~ Federico MAGNI from Italy PhD Student in Management HK P.hD F.ellowship Awardee pg.ust.hk/sharing . 11 - MPhil/PhD Programs Offered under HKUST(GZ) Pilot Scheme • Advanced Materials • Earth, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences • Microelectronics • Sustainable Energy & Environment • Artificial Intelligence • Computational Media & Arts • Data Science & Analytics • Internet of Things • Financial Technology • Innovation, Policy & Entrepreneurship • Urban Governance & Design • Bioscience & Biomedical Engineering • Intelligent Transportation • Robotics & Autonomous Systems • Smart Manufacturing Nan XU from China 19 Aeronautical Engineering Big Data Techchnology Bioengineering Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Civil Engineering Civil Infrastructural Engineering and Management Computer Science and Engineering Electronic and Computer Engineering Electronic Engineering Engineering Enterprise Management IC Design Engineering Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics Information Technology Intelligent Building Technology and Management Mechanical Engineering Technology Leadership and Entrepreneurship Telecommunications Atmospheric Environmental Science Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering and Management Environmental Health and Safety Environmental Science and Management Environmental Science, Policy and Management Marine Environmental Science Doctor of Philosophy IPhDI •• • •• • • Master of Philosophy IMPhHI •• • •• • • For programs offered under HKUST[GZ] Pilot Scheme, please refer to P.19. Master of Science IMScl • • •• • •• • Master of Public Management (MPMV Postgraduate Diploma Master of PubLic PoLicy IMPPI IPGDI • • • Program Details: pg.ust.hk/programs m. 17 - 24 Nurturing the Entrepreneur We know how it is to build something great from nothing. With stateof- the-art facilities and ample resources, we offer a place to nurture your entrepreneurial spirit and let it soar. This is where your ideas can be transformed into action. Resources to Transform Your Ideas into Action: ~-- Explore More: •r • . l!I pg.ust.hk/entrepreneurship l!I. _. 1111 Funds & Awards Entrepreneurship Acceleration Fund HKUST Entrepreneurship Fund Yeung Wing Yee Entrepreneurs Fund U*Star Award Tech-Ship Award Competitions hackathon@HKUST One Million Dollar Entrepreneurship Competition Facilities HKUST Entrepreneurship Center HKUST Technology Transfer Center HKUST Rand D Corporation Limited Submit Your Application Admission Requirements 1 General Admission Requirements For all applicants seeking postgraduate admission • a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification For PhD applicants (additional to the above) • a proven record of outstanding performance from a recognized institution or presented evidence of satisfactory work at the postgraduate level on a full-time basis for at least one year, or on a part-time basis for at least two years - 20 Your Action - Admissions Generous Scholarship ~ HKPFS le RedBird • AFLSP Postgraduate Studentship • HK$216,360 (~US$27,700) per year • Up to 2 years for full- time MPhil students and up to 4 years for full-time PhD students Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme • A prestigious award for the best PhD students from around the world • Stipend: HK$319,200 (~US$40,900) per year for 4 years • Excellent Research Award: HK$40,000 (~US$5, 100) in the first year • Conference Travel Allowance: HK$13,300 (-US$1 ,700) per year for 4 years • Application deadline: 1 Dec 2020 RedBird PhD Scholarship • A scholarship for excellent PhD candidates, in recognition of their outstanding academic performance and research capacity • Renewable scholarship of HK$40,000 (~US$5,100) per year Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program • A scholarship program for young East, Southeast and South Asian scholars to pursue postgraduate studies and cross-cultural enrichment ~ ~ -a Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local MPhil and PhD Students • HK$42, 100 I-US$5,400) per year • Up to 2 years for full-time MPhil students and 4 years for full-time PhD students Overseas Research Award & Greater Bay Area Research Award • HK$10,000 (-US$1 ,280) per month for an overseas attachment • HK$5,000 (- US$640) per month for a Greater Bay Area attachment • For PhD students to engage in research attachment outside Hong Kong Research Travel Grant • To support full-time students to present research papers at conferences and professional meetings Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme • A fellowship for meritorious local students pursuing postgraduate studies in pr iority areas that are beneficial to society • Tuition waiver up to HK$120,000 (- US$15,400) Guaranteed university accommodation for full-time research postgraduate students in the first 2 years of studies 11:1!1 More Details: pg.ust.hk/funding . . I!] . Tuition Fees Research Postgraduate Programs (MPhil & PhD( HK$42, 100 (-US$5,400) per year (full-time/part-time) Taught Postgraduate Programs (DBA, EMBA, MBA, MA, MSc, MPM, MPP, PGD( Fees vary for each program. Details at: pg.ust.hk/ programs Charikleia STOURA from Greece pg.ust.hk/sharing 5.. 1!1 I!] . 21 - 26 Mapping Your Career You may already know exactly what you want to do. Or you may still be exploring the possibilities. Regardless, your time here will help you f ind your niche and strategize a career roadmap that leads you to where you are meant to be. Career Highlights # 1 in Greater China # 1 0 in the World Global University Employability Ranking 2019 Be inspired by the successful stories of our alumni! 390+@+ Recruiters from international and local companies in Business, Engineering, Education and other industries I started my company in the first year of my PG studies and received lots of help from professors who believed in my dream. Frank WANG Founder and CEO at OJI MPhil Graduate in Electronic and Computing Engineering Kenneth Au Co-founder & Lead developer, UMIX Music limited MPhil Student in Computer Science and Engineering Benjamin Lai Co-founder & Lead designer, UMIX Music Limited MPhil Student in Electronic and Computer Engineering "HKUST has a well-constructed academic atmosphere, eco-system and network, providing us with many opportunities to turn our ideas into reality." Kenneth and Benjamin, who both are enthusiastic about music and technology, teamed up to develop UM1x, a portable music production app which allows users to compose music anywhere at any time, as well as reducing the complexity of the process. The pair believes that their postgraduate studies at HKUST provided them with excellent technical skills and knowledge base, as well as a sound academic foundation that assisted them in conducting the necessary research and development involved in creating such a complex app. Kenneth and Benjamin also cite the diverse learning environment and hands-on style of education at HKUST as being crucial to their success. They appreciated the opportunities to participate in different engineering proJects, like robotics, software design at HKUST which helped them to widen their vision and combine their engineering know-how with the business acumen necessary for a start-up. UMix has garnered them numerous industry awards, including the Grand and Gold Awards at the Hong Kong ICT Awards in 2018. They plan to keep improving the app through further technical development, which will enable them to secure the talent and funding necessary to expand their business. 25 30 Find Out More Q Research@ HKUST pg.ust.hk/research Connect with Us pg.ust.hk/connect_with_us This booklet was published in November 2020. For the most up-lo-dale information, please refer to pg.usl.hk.

My time at HKUST has provided me with a solid academic and technical foundation, which is vital to my professional career development. Lydia LEUNG CEO at Belun Technology MPhil & PhD Graduate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering It is my honor to come back and make a contribution to my alma mater - and to Hong Kong. Naubahar SHARIF Associate Professor in Social Science and Public Policy at HKUST MPhil Graduate in Social Science HKUST offers not only a fulfilling research experience but also lots of opportunities outside studies that will help you grow and realize your talents. Head of Digital Solutions at Mercedes Me PhD Graduate in Computer Science & Engineering The path of an entrepreneur is a battle that never ends, but we always come up with solutions. That's the HKUST spirit. Teresa LAW Co-Founder and Managing Director at AKOS Advanced Technology Ltd PhD Graduate in Chemistry pg.ust.hk/sharing • .. l!l l!l . 27 The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Clear Water Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong g, . l!l Discover more l!lJ".. .. :...'. pg.ust.hk fi ~ hkustpg 2 English Language Requirements1 You have to fulfill the English Language requirements with one of the following proficiency attainments' : Proficiency Test Minimum Scores TOEFL - Internet-based Test (iBT) TOEFL - Paper-based Test (pBT) TOEFL - Revised paper - delivered test IELTS (Academic Module) 803 550 60 [total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections) Overall score: 6.5 and all sub-scores: 5.5 'The Umvers,ty accepts alternattVe English Tests {Duolmguo English Test, IELTS lnd,cator. TOEFL-iBT Home Ed1t1onJ m meetmg the University English Language adm1ss10n requirements under the C0VID-19. V1s11 pg.ust.hk/covid-19 for details You are not reqwred to present TOEFL or IELTS score ,I your first language ,s Engl,sh, or your bachelor's degree /or eqwvalent qual1freat1onl was awarded by an mst1tut1on where the medium of instruction was English refers to the total score 1n one smgle attempt 3 Program-Specific Admission Requirements Some programs may stipulate additional requirements for admissions. For details, please visit pg.ust.hk/programs. For the most up-to-date admission requirements and mformat,on. please refer to pg.ust.hk Admission Timeline 2021/22 Fall Intake 1 September 20 20 1 December 2020 December 2020 onwards January to August 2021 Mid-August 2021 2021/22 Spring Intake September 2021 Mid-December 2021 Mid-January 2022 Applications open HKPFS applications close The closing dates for individual programs vary. Please check the program closing dates at pg.ust.hk/timeline and apply well before the respective deadlines Admission offers will be issued according to individual program·s admission schedule Program registration Applications open Applications close Program registration Apply Online: pg.ust.hk/apply 23 - 2s Life on Campus We are known for our beautiful campus with breathtaking views of Clear Water Bay, and there is much more than meets the eye. This place allows you to work and play, to sweat and laugh. This is where you can call home. rM-¥¥ih1Mii,iiiii+Hi,j•il@iG•j,,iiMWiiiGll·iH¥ii@@M• • ShawAud1tor1um w,U be readym the 3rd quarter of 2021 29