CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG · HONG KONG
Juris Doctor (JD)
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
24 mo
Duration
7.5
IELTS
€25k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 72 unitsTotal Units Required
- 24 months (Full-time)Programme Duration
- EnglishMedium of Instruction
- Central, Hong KongLocation
The Juris Doctor (JD) programme at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a postgraduate law degree designed for graduates who hold a bachelor's degree in a non-law discipline. This programme provides a comprehensive legal education that can lead to a career in the legal profession or to leadership roles in various other sectors. It is taught entirely at a postgraduate level, meaning JD students will share classes exclusively with other graduate students and have a wide range of elective courses to choose from. This is a respected, internationally recognised qualification.
Curriculum
The programme requires the completion of 72 units, comprising core courses and electives. Students must achieve a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 to graduate. Students may also take elective courses offered in the LLM programmes at CUHK LAW.
- Year 1 (Full-time)
- Legal Research, Analysis and Writing
- Legal System
- Principles of Constitutional Law
- Principles of Contract
- Principles of Criminal Law
- Principles of Administrative Law
- Principles of Equity and Trusts
- Principles of Tort
- Comparative Legal Studies
- Elective
- Year 2 (Full-time)
- Principles of Company Law
- Principles of Land Law
- Ethics and Jurisprudence
- Independent Research or Independent Research Dissertation
- Principles of Commercial Law
- Principles of Evidence
- Principles of Property Law
- Elective
Careers
Graduates are well-prepared for various legal and professional roles. The programme can qualify students for admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) programme, which is a pathway to becoming a Solicitor or Barrister in Hong Kong. Beyond traditional legal careers, JD graduates are also equipped for leadership positions in commerce, finance, education, and public service.
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- In-house Lawyer
- Careers in commerce, finance, education, public service
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree (non-law or from non-common law jurisdiction)Normally with honours not lower than Second Class; OR achieved an average grade of not lower than "B" in undergraduate courses; OR completed equivalent professional or similar qualifications.
IELTS7.5 overall
TOEFL (Paper Based)600
TOEFL (Internet Based)100
Degree taught in EnglishCompleted a programme of study in Hong Kong or an English-speaking country, or which was taught primarily in the English Language
English test results must have been obtained not more than two years prior to the date of application.
Fees
Tuition (international)HK$7,360 per unit (for a total of 72 units)
Tuition (home)HK$7,360 per unit (for a total of 72 units)
Living—
Tuition fees are subject to annual review. Students are billed per term based on registered units. Extra fees may apply for study outside the normative period.
How to apply
1. Submit Application OnlineApply through the University’s Graduate School online application system.
2. Prepare Supporting DocumentsEnsure all necessary academic transcripts, degree certificates, English proficiency test scores, and other required documents are ready.
3. Meet Application DeadlinesAdhere to the application deadlines for the 2026-27 intake. Early application is highly recommended.
Scholarships
Juris Doctor Scholarships—
Other Postgraduate Scholarships and Prizes—