Master of International Relations and Development

JUPAS Code

N/A

Abbreviated Programme Title

MIRD

Medium of Instruction

English

Study Mode

Full-time

Study Period

1 year

Programme Code

A1M096

Position

Enquiry (Admission)

Email

tpgadmission@eduhk.hk

Telephone

(852) 2948 6886

Position

Enquiry (Programme)

Link Name

Submit Your Enquiry

Url

/ssps/form/enquiry-form-

Email

mird@eduhk.hk

Telephone

(852) 2948 7845

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Leading the Way Forward

The Master of International Relations and Development (MIRD) Programme provides students with advanced training in international relations and development from a comparative pan-Asian perspective and with a particular focus on the Greater China region. Designed to provide students with core theoretical, conceptual and analytical tools necessary to understand contemporary Asia, the Programme focuses on the competitive dynamics impacting the regions international relations and economic development. The Programme emphasizes experiential learning with opportunities for students to explore various issues related to development and economic transition. The Programme is designed for students intending future careers in government, think tanks, consulting firms, the not-for-profit sector and private sector organisations.

CURRICULUM

1-Year Full-time Study Mode

Year	Semester	Taught Courses	Credit Point (CPs)
1	1&2	Core Courses	12
1	1&2	Elective Courses	12
Total Credit Point			24

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Courses

EDS6007	Research Methods for Development Studies and International Relations
SSC6280	The Political Economy of Development: Themes, Issues, Trends
SSC6281	Foreign and Security Politics in Asia
PPG6002	Public Policy and Governance: Processes and Techniques

SSC6282	Development in the Greater China Region and Northeast Asia
SSC6283	Institutions, International Relations and Development
SSC6284	Urban and Regional Development in Asia
SSC6285	Managing Development and Civil Society in Emerging Economies
SSC6286	Public Health in Developing Societies
SSC6287	Gender and Development
SSC6288	Experiencing Developing Societies: Field Visit
SSC6289	Thesis Writing and Research Thesis on International Development

Note: The offering of elective courses and the quota offered is subject to the Department’s decision and students’ enrolment. It may vary in each academic year.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants applying to the Master of International Relations and Development should normally hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree. Applicants who obtained degrees from universities in Mainland China are required to provide an Online Verification Report of Higher Education Qualification Certificate (教育部學歷證書電子註冊備案表) issued by the CHSI (學信網) https://www.chsi.com.cn/xlcx/bgcx.jsp.

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

Overall score of IELTS 6.0 (academic version) (the test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years); or
TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test) (the test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years); or
Band 6 in the Chinese Mainland’s College English Test (CET) (a total score of 430 or above and the test result should be valid within two years); or
Pass in the Test for English Majors-Band 8 (TEM 8); or
Grade C or above in GCSE / GCE OL English; or
Other equivalent qualifications.

For example, if you are applying for 2024/25 academic year, your IELTS / TOEFL / CET-6 test must be obtained on or after 1 January 2022.

Tests taken online such as IELTS indicator/IELTS Online and TOEFL Home Editions are NOT accepted.

Remarks:

Applicants should provide following documents for verification:

Applicants who obtained degrees from overseas universities should meet Level 5 (for Bachelor degree) or above of the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework. Reports for Qualifications Assessment can be applied from the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) at https://www.hkcaavq.edu.hk/; or
Any other information/documentation as requested by the University.

APPICATION FEE

Local Applicants HK$150

Non-local Applicants HK$300

TUITION FEE

HK$120,000 (For September 2022 Entry)

DISCLAIMER

The default mode of teaching of all classes will be in-person on campus using face-to-face mode. Student who are currently not in Hong Kong are advised to make their travel plan as early as possible and allow sufficient time for off-campus quarantine in compliance with the Government's requirement.

Any aspect of course offerings (including, without limitation, the content 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. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.