Master of Arts in Higher Education Quality Assurance and Management (Subject to University's Approval)

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the principles, mechanisms, and processes of quality assurance in higher education.
• Thoroughly comprehend current and emerging trends, issues, and challenges in higher education management, and their implications for quality assurance in higher education.
• Critically analyse and evaluate institutional strategies with regard to higher education management theories and national/regional and international quality assurance standards.
• Apply knowledge and skills to effectively implement management practices and quality assurance activities in higher education institutions.

Medium of instruction

English

Programme Structure and Curriculum

The Master of Arts in Higher Education Quality Assurance and Management programme is a 24 credit-points (cps) programme comprising four core courses and four elective courses. Each course carries three cps and will be delivered in online part-time mode. All classes will be conducted in Hong Kong Time (HKT, UTC+8).

Tuition fees

The tuition fee for the whole programme is HK$ 151,200 (24 cps) in the academic year 2026/27, which is provisional and subject to adjustment. 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 (two years for part-time).

*The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice.

Disclaimer

• The programme will mainly focus on local higher education systems and will only be recognised in Hong Kong, China. The recognition of the programme outside of Hong Kong, China is not guaranteed and is subject to the regulations of individual regions. The University bears no responsibility for the evaluation of its degrees outside of Hong Kong, China. Students are advised to consult with the relevant authority(ies) for the prevailing rules/regulations.
• Individuals who wish to apply for qualification certification in Chinese Mainland after graduation should contact the Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) 中國(教育部) 留學服務中心 (https://www.cscse.edu.cn) for updated details and confirmation. The certification in Chinese Mainland is an independent process from the conferral of academic qualification in Hong Kong, Hong Kong by the University. For the avoidance of doubt, no warranties are given in respect of individual graduate’s qualification certification or recognition in Chinese Mainland or any other professional qualification or license outside Hong Kong, China.
• Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this website. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time as due to change of circumstances and the University reserves the right to revise any information contained in this website as it deems fit without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.
• Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.
• The University is committed to uphold the educational quality and standard of the programmes it offers. The University, being funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC), is one of the nine self-accrediting institutions in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. In addition, the quality of the educational experience in all programmes offered by the UGC-funded universities is subject to the quality assurance process administered by the Quality Assurance Council of the UGC. 
• EdUHK, has not collaborated with any agency in Chinese Mainland or Hong Kong, China on admission, and does not encourage students to entrust their applications to any third-party agents and we always contact applicants directly on updates regarding the applications. You must complete and submit your own application via the EdUHK online admissions system and provide your own personal and contact details. Please refer to the official EdUHK channels, such as programme websites and the admissions system, for the required information to complete your application.

Admission Requirement

Applicants should normally hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with relevant academic or professional background.

Shortlisted applicants are required to attend an interview.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

• Overall score of IELTS 6.0 (academic version)#; or
• TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test)#; or
• Band 6 in the College English Test (CET) # with a total score of 430 or above; or
• 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 (全國碩士研究生招生考試) are NOT acceptable.