The School of Governance and Policy Science (SGPS) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is delighted to announce its PhD Admission Workshop 2025. This two-day workshop aims to attract master’s students worldwide who have a strong research potential and are interested in applying to our PhD programme in Government and Public Administration, particularly through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme.

About the Workshop

• Date: 14 – 15 August 2025 
• Location: CUHK Campus
• The workshop offers a unique opportunity for prospective PhD candidates to:

• • Present Research: Share your current research projects in a collegial setting and receive constructive feedback from SGPS faculty members and advanced PhD students.
  • Engage with Faculty: Meet individually with potential PhD supervisors to discuss research interests and explore possibilities for supervision.
  • Experience CUHK: Tour the CUHK campus, including visits to the Computational Social Science Lab, the University Library, and the Universities Service Centre Collection, to explore our facilities and resources.

Benefits for Participants

• Feedback and Networking: Gain valuable feedback on presented research, meet esteemed faculty members, and network with aspiring peers.
• Accommodation and Meals: Complimentary accommodation and meals will be provided during the two-day workshop.
• Travel Subsidy: International participants will receive a subsidy to assist with airfare expenses.

Eligibility Criteria
We welcome applications from students who:

• Are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a research master’s programme (or equivalent) in Political Science, Public Policy, or related fields;
• Demonstrate strong academic performance and research potential; and
• Are interested in applying to the SGPS PhD programme in Government and Public Administration in the 2026/27 academic year.

Application Requirements
To apply for the workshop, please submit the following:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailing educational background, research experience, publications (if any), and contact information.
2. Research Paper: A complete working paper or writing sample for presentation during the workshop.
3. Statement of Purpose:

• A brief explanation of your research interests.
• Your motivation for pursuing a PhD at SGPS, CUHK.
•  A discussion as to why attending the workshop aligns with your academic and professional goals.

4. English Proficiency Proof (if applicable): For non-native English speakers, please provide TOEFL or IELTS scores or equivalent. Nonofficial copies of the test scores are acceptable.

Application Process

• Applications should be submitted via this webform.
• Application Deadline: 2 June 2025
• Expected Notification of Acceptance: 30 June 2025

Contact Information
For questions or additional information, please contact Ms. Christine Wong at gparpg@cuhk.edu.hk.

Join us at SGPS to advance your research, connect with leading scholars, and take the next step toward your academic future. We look forward to receiving your application!