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    MSc in Physics

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    Hong Kong, HKMScIn-person1 year
    HK$200,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    HK$300.00
    App fee

    MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Hong Kong, HK. Tuition is HK$200,000.

    About the program

    Provides advanced education in theoretical, computational, and experimental physics across subfields including astronomy and astrophysics, computational physics, condensed matter physics, materials sciences, nuclear and particle physics, photonics, and quantum information science through taught courses and a capstone research project.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 30, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 6 (with no subtest below 5.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months (IANG)

    HK$100,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong is HK$200,000 across 60 required credits.
    Is MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong online or in-person?
    MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong take to complete?
    MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong?
    Post-completion work rights for MSc in Physics at University of Hong Kong: 12 months (IANG)