Here is some brief application information of the MPhil/PhD programmes of the Department of Anthropology at CUHK. For
more details please visit the Department's homepage.
Programme
MPhil in Anthropology
It
normally takes two years (full-time) to complete 28 units. Students must also
pass a General Anthropology Examination based on a department reading list.
PhD in Anthropology
The programme is research-oriented. A student may be asked to take
additional courses or tutorials, and will be required to present an annual
written progress report to his/her supervisor. After passing Qualifying Exams, the student advances to
PhD Candidate. Within six months of candidature, the PhD Candidate must submit
a Research Proposal for a project requiring nine to twelve months of fieldwork. On return from fieldwork, the student will prepare a thesis based on fieldwork research.
Fields of Specialization
The Division focuses geographically on Chinese culture and society
(especially South China) and on East and Southeast Asian Studies. Research
topics include nationalism, ethnicity, religion, gender, development and social
change, urban and youth cultures, heritage management, archaeology and museology.
Admission Requirements
In
addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School,
MPhil in Anthropology
Applicants should have majored in anthropology or related fields.
PhD in Anthropology
Applicants should possess a master's degree in anthropology from
CUHK or other recognized universities. Applicants with a background in fields other than anthropology may be considered
for conditional admission.
Additional Application Information
Applicants are required to furnish proof of their research
capability by submitting academic references, transcripts, samples of writings
or publications such as thesis or project reports, and a statement of purpose
(2-3 pages) describing why the
applicant wants to study anthropology at CUHK and what research project the
applicant proposes to carry out. If relevant for research, some evidence of
Chinese proficiency is also
required for non-native speakers.
Admission
Advisor: Prof. Joseph BOSCO
Application
Deadline:
2 December
2013
For
applicants who apply for PhD programme through the Hong Kong PhD FellowshipScheme (HKPFS)
31 January
2014
For
applicants who apply for MPhil/PhD programme directly with CUHK (i.e. non-HKPFS
applicants)
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