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119 Master's degrees offered by the university
Journalism
As the first graduate degree course in Hong Kong dedicated to the training of news professionals, the Master of Journalism [MJ] programme from The University of Hong Kong focuses on the core ingredients of a sound education in journalism.
Creative Writing in English
The MFA at The University of Hong Kong is the first MFA programme in Creative Writing in English in Hong Kong and Asia. It is vibrantly located in the HKU Black Box at a top 25 Ranked University in the World Overall (2019 QS World University Rankings) and 1st Globally for Most International University (Times Higher Education Rankings 2019).
Computer Science
The Master of Science in Computer Science Programme from The University of Hong Kong equips students with advanced and in-depth knowledge in computer science, assisting them to achieve breakthroughs in work and research.
Physics
The Department of Physics is offering a Taught Postgraduate Master of Science in the field of Physics at The University of Hong Kong. This is an innovative and well-designed MSc programme which aims to further equip university graduates with physics or related backgrounds for various career pathways and for coping with ever-evolving challenges.
Chinese Law
The LLM in Chinese Law at The University of Hong Kong addresses a growing need in Hong Kong and internationally for a more comprehensive understanding of the law and regulations of the People's Republic of China.
Implant Dentistry
The Master of Science in Implant Dentistry from The University of Hong Kong is a course of study that is designed to enable practising dentists to acquire basic to advanced competences within the practice of dental implantology and be able to collaborate with practitioners in other fields of specialty dentistry as a component of comprehensive dental care.
Social Sciences - Behavioral Health
The aim of the Social Sciences - Behavioral Health programme at The University of Hong Kong is to provide a systematic and comprehensive training in behavioral health with a solid, culturally relevant and holistic orientation.
Sustainable Environmental Design
The Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Design [SED] from The University of Hong Kong provides students with foundational knowledge of the methods, technologies and related theories in smart city design and environmental design analytics.
Nursing
The Master of Science in Nursing [MSc(Nurs)] Programme from The University of Hong Kong admits Bachelor's degree holders from non-nursing disciplines and prepares them for registration with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong as a Registered Nurse.
Urban Planning
The Master of Science in Urban Planning [MSc(Urban Planning)] programme from The University of Hong Kong is recognised by the Hong Kong Institute of Planners (HKIP). Its graduates can become full corporate members of the HKIP after completing two years of relevant working experience and professional assessments.
Research in Medicine
The Master of Research in Medicine (MRes[Med]) programme aims to provide structured research training to MBBS students of The University of Hong Kong while they are in the medical school.
Electronic Commerce and Internet Computing
The Electronic Commerce and Internet Computing degree from The University of Hong Kong is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary programme designed for business executives, policy and decision makers, managers and information technologists, to equip them with the latest knowledge about technology development and business opportunities in electronic commerce on the Internet.
Community Dentistry
The Master of Science in Community Dentistry MSc(CommunityDent) curriculum from The University of Hong Kong extends over not less than one year of full-time study, or the equivalent by part-time study, and is designed to enable candidates to achieve an advanced level of knowledge and competence in community dentistry through a prescribed course of study and a supervised research project.
Urban Analytics
The Master of Science in Urban Analytics [MSc(UrbanAnalytics)] from The University of Hong Kong is offered as a one-year full-time programme. The evolving technological basis of cities is reshaping our urban life and allowing us to understand, plan, manage and optimise cities in completely new ways.

Financial Technology
The University of Hong Kong's Master of Finance in Financial Technology (MFFinTech) Programme is jointly offered by three faculties: the Business School, the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Law.
Endodontics
Master of Dental Surgery in Endodontics at The University of Hong Kong is a taught programme designed specifically for dentists who intend to pursue specialist endodontic training.
Executive Master of Business Administration
The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA Programme) is offered by the HKU Business School from The University of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong History
The Master of Arts in the field of Hong Kong History from The University of Hong Kong provides advanced training in both academic history and knowledge relevant to the professional job market.
Statistics
The Statistics programme from The University of Hong Kong is designed to provide a rigorous training in the principles and the practice of statistics. It emphasizes in applications and aims to prepare candidates for further study, research, consulting work and administration in various fields through computer-aided and hands-on experience.
Nursing
The Master of Nursing (MNurs) Programme from The University of Hong Kong provides opportunities for nurse graduates to prepare for advanced practice nursing in keeping with the rapid changes in health care in Hong Kong.