Key information
- Duration: Full-time: 36 months (3-4 years); Part-time: 72 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027; Apply before Jun 2027 (International), Apply before Jul 2027 (National)
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology aims at developing and strengthening students’ skills in identifying key issues related to environmental engineering, in formulating original research plans and methodologies, and in implementing those plans and methodologies to produce results that are useful for reducing environmental pollution and advancing environmental conservation and sustainable development.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the PhD in Environmental Engineering from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, graduates will be able to:
- Acquire advanced knowledge in science on which environmental engineering research and practice are based.
- Acquire the ability to independently and ethically plan and conduct experiments, produce original experimental data and analyze and interpret the results.
- Acquire and further enhance an ability to develop and apply modern engineering and scientific tools effectively and efficiently for analysis, design, research and communication.
- Develop an ability to identify and formulate environmental engineering problems, and propose feasible solutions with an appreciation of their underlying assumptions, uncertainties, constraints, and technical limitations within a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Develop technical competency to analyze and design environmental engineering components and systems, with an in-depth understanding of the principles behind the design methodologies.
- Contribute cutting edge knowledge in environmental engineering and demonstrate the ability to evaluate one’s own contribution to the field.
- Develop an ability to teach a subject, communicate and present ideas effectively, including oral, written, and technical writing skills, and to function effectively within and among teams with a variety of backgrounds and interests.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Process Design of Environmental Engineering Facilities
- Air Quality Control and Management
- Municipal Hydrosystems Engineering and Management
- Physical-Chemical Water/Wastewater Treatment
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: 80 OR IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification;
- 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
Tuition fees are shown in AUD. International (non-residents): 7,888 AUD / year (≈ 44,500 HKD / year). Domestic (citizens or residents): 7,888 AUD / year (≈ 44,500 HKD / year).
Living costs
Hong Kong: 2,432-4,151 AUD / month (includes accommodation, public transportation, utilities, books and groceries).
Scholarships
- Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme – 1,700,000 HKD – Deadline: 01 Dec 2026 (Provided by university, merit-based)
- RedBird PhD Award Program (for International Students) – 147,000 HKD – Deadline: Anytime (Provided by university, merit-based)
- Postgraduate Studentship (PGS) – 229,620 HKD – Deadline: Anytime (Provided by university, merit-based)
- Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local MPhil and PhD Students – 47,000 HKD – Deadline: Anytime (Provided by university, merit-based)
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program – Various benefits – Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 (Independent provider)
- ServiceScape Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 (Independent provider)
- ACES Scholarships – 3,500 USD – Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 (Independent provider)
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility – Various benefits – Deadline: Not specified (Independent provider)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 (Independent provider)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 (Independent provider)
- Women Scholarship for International Students – 5,000 USD – Deadline: 28 Aug 2026 (Independent provider)
- The PhD Prep Fellowship – 10,000 USD – Deadline: 01 Sep 2026 (Independent provider)
- Dream Chaser Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 (Independent provider)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities – 3,000 USD – Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 (Independent provider)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship – 1,500 USD – Deadline: Not specified (Independent provider)
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme – 12,000 USD – Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 (Independent provider)
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