Doctor of Philosophy in Data Systems Engineering

Applications to the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme are usually invited from September to early December.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

• Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

• Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Data Science & Big Data

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Data Systems Engineering is a research-intensive postgraduate curriculum that integrates cutting-edge technological innovation with real-world application. The programme aims to cultivate competent researchers who would like to develop their career in research, academia, and other professional areas.

Key Facts

• Research-focused curriculum combining advanced coursework with independent investigation
• Mentorship from world-class faculty with expertise in cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
• Active engagement with seminars, research presentations, and the academic community

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Research Seminar
• Advanced Industrial Engineering Technology

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: overall score of 85, or a new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score (CEFR-aligned) of 4.5 (equivalent to the 0-120 score).

IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

3-year PhD

• a Bachelor's degree with honours and a research Master's degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university

4-year PhD

• a Bachelor's degree with honours and a taught Master's degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university; or
• a Bachelor's degree with first class honours (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university

English Language Requirements:

An applicant who is seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong of which the language of teaching and/or examination is not English is required to obtain one of the followings:

• an overall score of 85 or above (for tests taken before Jan 21, 2026) or an overall score of 4.5 or above (for tests taken from Jan 21, 2026 onwards) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
• a minimum overall band of 6.5 with no subtest lower than 6 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic module); or
• grade C or above in the Overseas General Certificate of Education (GCE); or
• grade C or above in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE); or
• grade C or above in the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language (CPE).

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

• International: 9,057 AUD / year (≈ 49,500 HKD / year)
• Domestic: 9,057 AUD / year (≈ 49,500 HKD / year)

Fees for both National and International:

• Full-time: HK$49,500 per year
• Part-time: HK$63,000 per year

Living costs

Hong Kong (SAR): 2,510-4,285 AUD / month