The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Design (SD) offers a PhD in Design, a research-intensive program aimed at cultivating the next generation of design scholars and advancing the field. Located in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, the program benefits from a unique position at the intersection of Asian and Western perspectives, fostering a rich environment for scholarly inquiry. The School actively supports a wide range of research methodologies, including practice-based, interpretive, and data-rich approaches, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and critical discussion. This program connects doctoral candidates to an international network of academics and practitioners, providing a strong foundation for rigorous and innovative doctoral research that addresses contemporary design challenges and shapes the future of the discipline.
University-managed accommodation is generally provided for the first year only. Students will need to arrange their own accommodation for subsequent years.
The tuition fee for international students in the PhD in Design program is HK$200,000 per academic year.
The estimated cost for non-local students, including tuition, accommodation, meals, and personal expenses, is HK$287,655 per academic year.
You need to apply online through the university's admission system, pay a non-refundable application fee of HK$450, and submit required supporting documents. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.
The program intake typically occurs in September. Please check the university's online admission system for specific application period dates.
Graduates are equipped for advanced research and academic positions, preparing them to lead research initiatives, teach at university level, and influence the future of design practice and theory.
Specific entry requirements for individual PhD programs can be found on the university's online application system.