Program Overview
- Full-time PhD program, duration: 3–4 years (36–48 months)
- Annual intake: 1–2 students
Research Areas
- Vitreoretinal Diseases
- Macular Diseases
- Retinal Disease Mechanisms
- Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
- Ocular Pathology
- Visual Function Assessment
Eligibility
- Academic background: Bachelor's or master's degree in Life Sciences or related field; or MBChB or equivalent
- GPA: Minimum 3.3
- Language: TOEFL 79 or IELTS 6.5; English-taught bachelor's or master's may waive language requirement
- References: 3 academic recommendation letters
- Other: Preference for candidates who speak Cantonese or are willing to learn
Application Windows
- Now until early October
Timeline
- Now–early October: Submit English CV and materials for preliminary evaluation
- October: Interview with potential supervisor for shortlisted candidates
- Before December: Submit formal application via official website after passing interview
- December–January: Faculty admissions committee interview for finalists
- February–March: Admission notification
Source URL
- TBD
Notes
- Application materials:
- Copy of academic degree certificates
- English language transcript (if applicable)
- Transcripts for all higher education, including full course and exam records, and grading standards
- 3 academic recommendation letters
- Copy of Hong Kong ID or other identification
- Assessment report from evaluation authority (required if degree awarded by overseas university via online/short-term courses)