School of Governance and Policy Science

What’s Special about GPAD?

Diversified Curriculum – Courses in 6 fields: Comparative Politics, Greater China, International Relations, Political Theory, Public Administration and Policy, and Professional Practicum, providing comprehensive academic and practical training.

Small Group Discussions – We emphasize small class teaching and discussion, using tutorials where students present and discuss their ideas, improving their presentation skills and independent thinking.

Rich Student Life – We are the only undergraduate programme that has its own debate team. Its annual Intervarsity Political Science Debate with University of Hong Kong has a history of more than 40 years. We have a rich tradition of close teacher-student relations. Teachers and students freely interact about academic queries, social affairs and issues in life.

Theoretical and Practical – Our solid academic training makes it possible for our alumni to take up academic and research positions in local and overseas renowned universities. We also provide professional practicum and internship opportunities, including the Co-Intelligence and the student-initiated Star Project.

Admission Brochure – Download
Basic Admission Requirements –
- JUPAS HKDSE Minimum Requirements:
  - Level 3 or above in Chinese Language
  - Level 3 or above in English Language
  - Level 2 or above in Mathematics
  - Attained in Citizenship and Social Development (CSD)
  - Level 3 or above in any 2 elective subjects
  - Bonus scores will be given for up to two additional elective subjects.
  - Indicative Admission Quota: 37
  - Subject Weightings: We count Best 5 subjects. Extra weightings to English (Weighting: 1.5) and Chinese Language (1.25). The weightings for all other subjects are the same (1.0).
  - Admission Scholarship: the three students with best DSE results will each get a scholarship of HK$10,000.
  - Combined-cert Students: There will be a minor penalty for the scores of the combined-cert students.
- Broad-based Admission: Students admitted to CUHK through the Social Science Broad-based Admission (JS4801) are free to choose GPA as the major in the second year; there are no special requirements.
- Non-JUPAS and International Admissions Scheme (General Requirements): please refer to CUHK OAFA website

Applicable to students admitted in 2023-24 and thereafter

Minor Programme Title Government and Public Administration
Minor Programme Requirements Students are required to complete a minimum of 18 units of courses as follows:
(1)	Required Courses (one course chosen from the following): GPAD1020, 1030, 1095	3 units
(2)	Elective Courses: Five GPAD courses, with at least two courses at 3000 or above level	15 units
	Total:	18 units
Explanatory Note: Students are advised not to take courses at 3000 or above level in their first year of attendance.

Applicable to students admitted in 2022-23 and before

Minor Programme Title Government and Public Administration
Minor Programme Requirements Students are required to complete a minimum of 18 units of courses as follows:
(1)	Required Courses (one course chosen from the following): GPAD1020, 1030, 1095	3 units
(2)	Elective Courses: Five GPAD courses, with at least two courses at 3000 or above level	15 units
	Total:	18 units
Explanatory Note: Students are advised not to take courses at 3000 or above level in their first year of attendance.

The 3W Exchange Programme is exclusive to GPAD students:

GPA Debating Team – We are the only programme in Hong Kong that has its own debate team. The annual Intervarsity Political Science Debate with University of Hong Kong has a history of more than 40 years. We will also participate in the inter-college tournament in CUHK.

GPA Student Activities – The GPAD Student Society organizes a wide range of recreational and cultural activities for students, enhancing teacher-student relationship.