Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong S.A.R.

Overview

English Name: Hong Kong Baptist University
Local Name: 香港浸會大學
Control Type: Public

Hong Kong Baptist University runs as a public university in Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R.. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within Hong Kong S.A.R.'s higher-education sector.

The academic catalogue at Hong Kong Baptist University runs across multiple qualification levels, with its academic units hosting an extensive programme catalogue. Each unit administers its own admissions and curriculum framework.

Location & Contact

Looking to reach Hong Kong Baptist University? Address, contact details, and online links below. For finance and tuition payment queries, the bursar or finance office is typically a separate contact point.

Programs Offered

Every programme Hong Kong Baptist University offers, searchable by name and grouped by level. Pathway programmes leading from foundation to bachelor entry are sometimes listed separately from full degree programmes.

Bachelor's Degree

25 programmes

At undergraduate level, Hong Kong Baptist University offers 25 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Chinese Language and Literature 中文及文學文學士(榮譽) Literature
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Creative and Professional Writing Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in English Language and Literature English Language Studies
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Humanities Humanities & Cultural Studies
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Translation Translation & Interpreting
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics Philosophy & Ethics
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Physical Education and Recreation Management Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in European Studies - French Stream Linguistics & Language Studies
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in European Studies - German Stream Linguistics & Language Studies
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Geography Geography
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Global and China Studies Asian Studies
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Government and International Studies Politics & International Relations
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in History History
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sociology Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor of Social Work (Hons) Social Work
Bachelor of Arts and Science (Hons) in Digital Futures and Humanities Humanities & Cultural Studies
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) / Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Innovation in Health and Social Well-Being Social Sciences & Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) 工商管理學士(榮譽) Business Administration
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine and Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science 中醫學及生物醫學科學雙學位課程(榮譽) Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) in Chinese Medicine 中醫藥學藥學士(榮譽) Pharmacy
Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism and Digital Media Communication Studies
Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Public Relations and Advertising Communication Studies
Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Game Design and Animation Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts and Science (Hons) in Arts and Technology Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Administration - Global Entertainment Business Administration

Master's Degree

53 programmes

Hong Kong Baptist University provides 53 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Master of Arts (MA) in Ethics and Public Affairs Politics & International Relations
Master of Arts (MA) in Creative Writing for Cultural Professionals Liberal Arts
Master of Arts (MA) in Chinese Literature, Language and Culture Literature
Master of Arts (MA) in Global Society Liberal Arts
Master of Arts (MA) in Language Studies Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Arts (MA) in Literary and Comparative Studies Liberal Arts
Master of Arts (MA) in Translation and Bilingual Communication Communication Studies
Master of Education (MEd) Education & Teaching
Master of Public Administration (MPA) Public Administration
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Contemporary China Studies Asian Studies
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Counselling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Psychology Psychology
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Smart, Resilient and Sustainable Cities Social Sciences & Education
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Social Work Social Work
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Sport and Leisure Management Business & Management
Master of Social Work (MSW) Social Work
Master of Arts (MA) in Sports Health and Communication Concentration (Zhuhai BNBU) Communication Studies
Master of Social Work (MSW) Part-time (Zhuhai UIC) Social Work
Master of Accountancy (MAcc) Accounting
Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM) Human Resource Management
Master of Science (MSc) in AI for Business Business & Management
Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Accounting and Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Economics Economics
Master of Science (MSc) in Business Management Business & Management
Master of Science (MSc) in Corporate Governance and Compliance Politics & International Relations
Master of Science (MSc) in Data Analytics and Business Economics Economics
Master of Science (MSc) in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing Marketing
Master of Science (MSc) in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics) Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Science (MSc) in Marketing for the Creative Economy Marketing
Master of Science (MSc) in Family Office Management Business & Management
Master of Accountancy (Zhuhai BNBU) Accounting
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Cinematic Arts and Creative Practice Film & Animation
Master of Arts (MA) in Producing for Film, Television and New Media Media Studies & Mass Media
Master of Arts (MA) in Music Music
Master of Arts (MA) in Visual Arts Visual Arts
Master of Science (MSc) in AI and Digital Media Media Studies & Mass Media
Master of Science (MSc) in Green Technology (Energy) General Engineering
Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology Management Information Systems & Technology
Master of Science (MSc) in Operational Research & Business Statistics Mathematics
Master of Science (MSc) in Mathematical Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master of Science (MSc) in Analytical Chemistry Chemistry
Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental and Public Health Management Public Health
Master of Science (MSc) in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Data Science & Analytics
Master of Science (MSc) in Data Science with Concentration in Business Statistics (Zhuhai UIC) Data Science & Analytics
Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Energy Technology and Management (Zhuhai BNBU) Business & Management
Master of Science (MSc) in Personal Health Management (Chinese Medicine) Healthcare Administration
Master of Science (MSc) in Drug Discovery (Modernization of Chinese Medicine) Medicine
Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Chinese Medicine Pharmacy
Master of Chinese Medicine (MCM) Medicine
Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Communication Studies
Master of Arts (MA) in International Journalism Studies Media Studies & Mass Media
Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Media Management Business & Management
Master of Arts (MA) in Communication (Zhuhai BNBU) Communication Studies

Master of Business Administration

1 programme

Hong Kong Baptist University provides 1 programme at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Mainland Class Business & Management

Master of Philosophy

22 programmes

Hong Kong Baptist University provides 22 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Chinese Language and Literature Literature
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in English Language and Literature English Language Studies
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in History Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Humanities and Creative Writing Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Religion and Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Studies Translation & Interpreting
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Education Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Geography Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Government and International Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Sports and Health Sciences Health Sciences
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Sociology Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Social Work Philosophy & Ethics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Chinese Medicine Medicine
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Communication Studies Communication Studies
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Film Film & Animation
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Music Music
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Visual Arts Visual Arts
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Biology Biological Sciences
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Chemistry Chemistry
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Computer Science Computer Sciences
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Mathematics Mathematics
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Physics Physics & Astronomy

Doctorate

24 programmes

At the highest level, Hong Kong Baptist University runs 24 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chinese Language and Literature Literature
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English Language and Literature English Language Studies
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Humanities and Creative Writing Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Religion and Philosophy Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Studies Translation & Interpreting
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geography Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Government and International Studies Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sports and Health Sciences Health Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sociology Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Work Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management, Marketing and Information Systems Marketing
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accountancy, Economics and Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chinese Medicine Medicine
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication Studies Communication Studies
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Film Film & Animation
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Music Music
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Visual Arts Visual Arts
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biology Biological Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science Computer Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics Physics & Astronomy

How to apply to Hong Kong Baptist University

Application guidance for Hong Kong Baptist University, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Use the programme finder to browse Hong Kong Baptist University's 125 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Hong Kong Baptist University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Hong Kong Baptist University processes applications through www.hkbu.edu.hk. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hong Kong Baptist University

Short Q&A on the institutional facts that matter most when shortlisting Hong Kong Baptist University as a study destination.

In which city is Hong Kong Baptist University?

Hong Kong Baptist University is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong S.A.R..

Is Hong Kong Baptist University a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

What is Hong Kong Baptist University's official website?

Hong Kong Baptist University's official website is www.hkbu.edu.hk.

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