Overview

Key facts

The Chinese (Honours) programme of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University aims to equip students with an in-depth understanding of Chinese language and literature. Training in communication skills will be provided to enhance students’ language proficiency. In the area of Chinese literature, this programme will help students develop the ability of literary criticism. Both classical and modern literary works from a range of genres and relevant literary theories will be covered. To enable students to gain a comprehensive understanding of Chinese language and literature, basic knowledge in Chinese culture will also be introduced.

Career and Further Studies

There is a variety of jobs available to the graduate in Hong Kong: in the education, civil service, and media industry, etc. Opportunities are available for the graduates of this programme to postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and abroad. Some students will continue to study for a Master’s degree by course or by research after graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Practice in Contemporary Language

Chinese Language

Chinese Literature

Chinese Culture

Chinese Communication Skills

Classical Chinese

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-18 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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79

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79

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IELTS

6

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature Asian studies View 3 other Bachelors in Literature in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) qualifications are required to obtain Level 3 or above in Chinese Language and English Language, as well as Level 2 or above in Mathematics, Liberal Studies and an elective subject3 (or equivalent).

Applicants with local academic qualifications other than HKDSE are required to:

Complete Year 1 study of a recognized Associate Degree or Higher Diploma programme; or

Obtain Grade E or above in AS Chinese Language & Culture4 and Use of English, and 2 AL / 1 AL plus 2 AS / 4 AS subjects in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (or equivalent).

Applicants with non-local academic qualifications are required to obtain:

Grade E or above in 2 AL / 1AL plus 2 AS subjects5 in the General Certificate of Education AL / International AL; or

An overall minimum score of 24 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma; or

Other equivalent overseas academic qualifications (as determined by the University).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

107600 HKD / year

≈ 107600 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

82770 HKD / year

≈ 82770 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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