Master of Arts in Comparative Education and Collaborative Innovation (Subject to University's Approval)

Participants

• Open to students from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and other countries. Applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in one of the following disciplinary areas, e.g. education, social sciences, humanities, management or engineering.
• Relevant work experience is preferred.
• Those who aspire to be cross-sector leaders.
• Those who wish to pursue a doctoral degree.

Programme structure

The MA(CECI) requiring 24 credit points (cps) for completion. Students must complete a total of 24 cps of core and elective courses to meet graduation requirements. Each course is worth 3 cps, and the project is worth 6 cps. Students must complete:

• Pathway one (for both full-time students and part-time students: Four Core Courses and select four out of five 3cps Elective Courses; or
• Pathway two Exclusive for selected full-time students): Four Core Courses and select one Capstone Project* (6cps) and two 3cps Elective Courses

*Capstone Project in Comparative Education and Collaborative Innovation will admit a maximum of 30 students through a selection process.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of Triple Helix interactions between university, industry and government in economic growth and sustainable development fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in regional ecosystems
• Critically analyse university-industry-government dynamics, applying Triple Helix principles to address real-world innovation and development challenges
• Evaluate and design policy-driven solutions to support entrepreneurship, economic transformation, and sustainable innovation ecosystems
• Apply leadership and strategic thinking to develop innovation strategies, integrating insights from education, industry, and government frameworks

Career Path

The programme prepares graduates for diverse roles (e.g., policy advisors, innovation managers, think tank consultants) that complement career outcomes from other EdUHK programmes, such as educational leadership or public administration. Its emphasis on practical skills and real-world applications (e.g., Capstone Project, overseas study) enhances employability across sectors.

Disclaimer

• In the event of inconsistency between information in English and Chinese versions or where an interpretation of the programme content is required, the decision of the University shall be final.
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Medium of Instruction

Putonghua (supplemented with English)

Tuition Fees

$180,000 per annum (24 credits)

Fees subject to adjustment. The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable. Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normative period of study.

General Admission Requirements

Applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in one of the following disciplinary areas, e.g. education, social sciences, humanities, management or engineering. Additionally, relevant work experience is preferred. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants from institutions where English is not the medium of instruction are required to demonstrate English proficiency that meets the programme’s established standards. They should fulfil one of the following English requirements:

• Overall score of IELTS 5.5 (academic version) #;
• TOEFL score of 59 (internet-based test) #;
• Band 6 in the College English Test (CET)# with a total score of 430;
• Grade C or above in GCSE/GCE O-Level English; or
• Other equivalent qualifications on a case-by-case basis

# The test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years.

TOEFL Home Editions, TOEFL MyBest Score, IELTS Indicator, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake, Duolingo and National Postgraduate Entrance Examination are NOT acceptable.

Chinese Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants who obtained a bachelor’s degree from an institution outside of Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan and Macau should have attained scores in one of the following Chinese Language or Chinese-related examinations:

• Level 3 / Grade E in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE) / Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) / Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE);
• A score of 110 in the Joint Entrance Examination for Universities in the People’s Republic of China (JEE / Gaokao)(full marks 150);
• Grade E or above in GCE A-Level/AS-Level;
• Grade 4/Grade C or above in GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level;
• Grade 4 or above in International Baccalaureate (IB); or
• Other equivalent qualifications on a case-by-case basis