Key information
- Duration: Full-time (36 months with a relevant research master’s degree; 48 months without), or Part-time (72 months)
Overview
This Doctor of Philosophy degree in Arts and Machine Creativity from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology will play an increasingly important role in cultivating a new generation of artists and technologists equipped to navigate and shape the future landscape of creative industries.
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Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the PhD programme, graduates will be able to:
- Integrate superior knowledge and skills from diverse disciplines related to arts and machine creativity, while emphasizing proficiency in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods of research.
- Conduct original research independently with a solid foundation of knowledge and understanding in relevant disciplines associated with arts and machine creativity, including appropriate concepts, methods, and materials.
- Demonstrate a superior understanding and proficiency in research skills.
- Cultivate multi-dimensional perspectives and foster innovative problem-solving abilities to tackle state-of-the-art challenges.
- Acquire a unique skill set that enables effective teaching and communication with individuals from different levels and disciplines within and across organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Creative Convergence: Foundations of Arts and Machine Creativity
- Research Methodology in Arts and Machine Creativity
- Professional Practice and Research (Projects)
- Professional Practice and Research (Internships)
- Independent Study in Arts and Machine Creativity
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS: 6.5 (The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).)
Other requirements
General requirements:
- Applicants seeking admission to a doctoral degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree with 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.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 7,924 AUD / year (≈ 44,500 HKD / year)
Domestic: 7,924 AUD / year (≈ 44,500 HKD / year)
Living costs
Hong Kong (SAR): 2,443-4,170 AUD / month
Funding
HKUST offers generous scholarships to full-time MPhil and PhD students, which should well cover the academic and living expenses. Please refer to the Scholarship section for details.
Besides, HKUST will provide guaranteed university accommodation for full-time MPhil and PhD students (admitted in or after 2026/27) in their first year of research studies.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Arts and Machine Creativity. You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme — Provided by university. Grant: 1700000 HKD. Deadline: 01 Dec 2026. Merit-based. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR).
- RedBird PhD Award Program (for International Students) — Provided by university. Grant: 147000 HKD. Deadline: Anytime. Merit-based. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR).
- Postgraduate Studentship (PGS) — Provided by university. Grant: 229620 HKD. Deadline: Anytime. Merit-based. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR).
- Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local MPhil and PhD Students — Provided by university. Grant: 47000 HKD. Deadline: Anytime. Merit-based. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR).
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 07 Oct 2026. U.S. government. Location not available.
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 30 Nov 2026. ServiceScape. Location not available.
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider. Grant: 3500 USD. Deadline: 15 Nov 2026. ACES Education Fund. Location not available.
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Not specified. Merit-based. OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation. Location not available.
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 31 Oct 2026. Merit-based. IvyPanda. Location not available.
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 01 Mar 2027. Voice Talent Online. Location not available.
- Women Scholarship for International Students — Independent provider. Grant: 5000 USD. Deadline: 28 Aug 2026. Merit-based. educations.com. Location not available.
- The PhD Prep Fellowship — Independent provider. Grant: 10000 USD. Deadline: 01 Sep 2026. Merit-based. Admit Lab. Location not available.
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 13 Jan 2027. Merit-based. Salvado Law. Location not available.
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider. Grant: 3000 USD. Deadline: 31 Dec 2026. Need-based. Anonymous Hope Fund. Location not available.
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider. Grant: 1500 USD. Deadline: Not specified. IELTS from 6 to 9. Location not available.
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider. Grant: 12000 USD. Deadline: 11 Jan 2027. The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme. Location not available.
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