Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong · QS World Rank #44
Living cost in Hong Kong: HKD 50,000/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 80 | — |
University minimum English requirement for taught postgraduate admission (pre-2026 TOEFL scale); some programmes require higher · official source
Verified programmes (5)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc in Environmental Engineering and Management | Circular Economy, Water Resources Management | See official pageIntake: Sep | HKD 210,000 total | See official page |
| MSc in Environmental Science, Management and Sustainability | Sustainability Science, Environmental Policy | See official pageIntake: Sep | HKD 180,000 total | See official page |
| Master of Public Management (MPM) | Public Policy, Public Financial Management | 12 moIntake: Sep | HKD 190,000 total | See official page |
| Master of Public Policy (MPP) | Public Policy, Science and Technology Policy | 24 moIntake: Sep | HKD 320,000 total | See official page |
| Master of Science in Environmental Health and Safety | Global Health, Environmental Policy | 12 moIntake: Sep | HKD 145,000 total | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
Schemes whose verified destinations include this country. Check each scheme's rules for your programme and nationality.
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What master's programmes does Hong Kong University of Science and Technology offer?
We have verified 5 master's programmes at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology against its official pages, concentrated in Circular Economy, Water Resources Management, Sustainability Science, Environmental Policy, Public Policy.
How much is international tuition at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about HKD 145,000–320,000. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does Hong Kong University of Science and Technology require?
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 6.5 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in Hong Kong as a student?
Student living costs in Hong Kong are around HKD 50,000/yr (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in Hong Kong include: Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.