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Master of Arts in Cultural Management - Admission Information

Admission Information

MACUM Poster

MA in Cultural Management

Information Day in AY2025-26 Intake

Date: 7 December 2024
Time: 10:00 to 11 am (HK Time)

Mode: Online via Zoom

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Qualification Criteria

  • Graduated from a recognized university and obtained a bachelor’s degree (major subjects are not restricted), normally with honours not lower than Second Class or achieving an average grade of not lower than "B"; or 
  • Completed a course of study in a tertiary education institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree; and
  • Fulfill the "English Language Proficiency Requirement" as stipulated by the Graduate School before being considered for admission.

Procedures and Preparation

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since admission is competitive, and applications are processed on a rolling basis. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged.

Applicants should upload supporting documents (in pdf format) via the Online System for Postgraduate Applicants at https://www.gradsch.cuhk.edu.hk/OnlineApp/login_email.aspx by selecting either one category for Division’s consideration. And applicants are required to mail  the following supporting documents to the Division after submitting in the on line applications.

 

The required supporting documents include:

  1. Submit Online Application Form (https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/admissions/admissions/how-to-apply);
  2. Copies of official transcripts (with a complete record of courses attended and examination results) and grading schemes of all tertiary level studies should be submitted#
  3. Proof of English language proficiency#
  4. Copies of degree certificates;
  5. Copies of identity card or passport; 
  6. Personal CV in English; and 
  7. Online Verification Report of Higher Education Qualification Certificate issued by the CHESICC**
  8. Confidential recommendations/referee’s report (applicants can input information of the two referees through the Online Application System for Postgraduate Programmes.  The University will send invitations for confidential recommendations to the referees. 

 

**Applicants who obtained degrees from universities in Mainland China are required to provide an Online Verification Report of Higher Education Qualification Certificate (教育部學歷證書電子註冊備案表) and an Online Verification Report of Higher Education Degree Certificate (中國高等教育學位在線驗證報告)  ​issued by the CHESICC (學信網) together with other supporting documents. Please refer to the official website of the CHESICC on the sample of the Online Verification Report of Higher Education Qualification Certificate at https://www.chsi.com.cn/xlcx/bgys.jsp.

 

#Applicants need to arrange the official documents to be sent by the University/test organization to our Office direct. 

 

Please mail the supporting documents to

             

  MA in Cultural Management

  Department of Cultural and Religious Studies, 

  Room 301, Leung Kau Kui Building, 

  The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 

  Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong.

  (Please remark your name and application number on the envelope.) 

 

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact students who have been shortlisted. Please refrain from sending emails regarding your application status, as we are unable to respond.

Please note that once documents are submitted, they will not be returned and will be disposed after the admission exercise of if the application is unsuccessful.

 

We value authenticity. An honest and sincere personal statement written by applicant’s own will be beneficial. Applicants do not need to submit applications via any education agents.

Tuition Fee

1 year full-time: HKD$155,000 per annum (subject to University's Approval)
2 years part-time: HKD$77,500 per annum (subject to University's Approval)

 

Additional tuition fee will be charged for each course taken after the normative study period. 

The normative study period for this programme is 1 year for full-time and 2 years for part-time.

Application Deadline (2025-26)

28 Feb 2025

 

Application Result

Results will be announced on the Graduate School’s online system from January to June every year. Successful applicants will receive the offer letter by June of that admission year. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if they do not hear from us thereafter.

FAQ from Applicants

1

Am I eligible for admission?

Applicants must fulfill the entry requirement of Master’s programme stated on the Graduate School website at https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/:

  • Graduated from a recognized university and obtained a Bachelor's degree, normally with honours not lower than Second Class; or
  • Graduated from an honours programme of a recognized university with a Bachelor's degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than "B"; or
  • Completed a course of study in a tertiary educational institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree.

2

What is the English Language Proficiency Requirement?

Please refer to "English Language Proficiency Requirement".

3

For the Confidential Recommendation Form, should the referees be from the academic field?

The referee can be a teacher, professor or academic advisor who is well acquainted with your current academic performance. Or someone who knows you well, such as a job supervisor at work, volunteer advisor.

4

What is the word limit for the personal statement?

There is no actual word limit, around one to two pages of A4 paper, written in English.

5

Do I need to attend any interviews?

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited a written statement as part of the admission process.  The Division will further shortlist candidates for interview if applicable.

6

When is the application deadline?

The application is open from September to February every year. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until all places have been filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. For the exact date, please refer to the Graduate School website at https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/.

7

When will I receive the notification of my application result?

Application results will be posted on the Graduate School’s online system from January to June every year. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if they do not hear from us thereafter.

8

(For non-local applicants) How can I apply for a valid visa to study in Hong Kong?

If you are admitted to our programme, we will assist you to apply for entry permit from the Hong Kong Immigration Department and send the permit to you by courier. You are also required to apply for a valid exit permit from your country if necessary. For details, please refer to the Graduate School website at https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/.

9

(For non-local applicants) Is accommodation provided by the University?

The University does not provide accommodation for postgraduate students of self-financed taught programmes. Students are responsible for their own accommodation.

10

Will there be any opportunity for local/overseas internship?

The Programme offers CULS5322 Internship in Cultural Management every year. It provides students with opportunities to work at local and overseas cultural institutions for four to six weeks. Students could take it as a special elective course, but a selection process is required as the opportunities are limited. For details, please refer to Internships.

Enquiries

Ms. Grace Ng
E-mail: macum@cuhk.edu.hk
Address: Room 301, Leung Kau Kui Building, Department of Cultural and Religious Studies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T.