- Introduction
The degrees of MPhil and PhD consist of coursework
and independent research studies culminating in the submission of
a thesis. Research degree students will follow, under supervision,
a course of study and research concurrently in an approved field
for the prescribed period, during which they may not enroll in any
other degree of the university or of any other comparable institutions.
- Programme
Requirements
A research student is required
to take some taught courses, which is determined on the basis
of his / her specific needs. The objectives of taught courses
are to improve the candidate's research techniques and to provide
them with a wider and deeper understanding of related technical
areas. The list of taught courses is available from the School
of Graduate Studies.
The other important component
of the research degree programmes is the submission of a thesis
containing the results of the research studies in an approved
area of investigation. A qualifying panel is established for each
candidate by the Department. The Panel consists of the supervisor
of the candidate who shall be its chairman, and two other members,
one of whom is from the same Department. The panel identifies
and prescribes coursework for the candidate, or recommends exemption
therefrom, and assesses the results of performance in such coursework,
together with the qualifying report. The qualifying report is
a detailed survey of relevant literature in respect of a specific
research topic, and contains information on the methodology and
the expected results. The coursework requirements noted above
should help in the preparation of such a report and, eventually,
the thesis. Candidates will be required to submit the report within
a prescribed period from the date of registration for the degree.
A MPhil thesis presents the
results of a research investigation and gives evidence of a sound
knowledge of the area of study, its context and applicability.
A PhD thesis presents results which make a substantial original
contribution to knowledge of the subject area concerned.
To be recommended for the award
of an MPhil or PhD degree, a candidate must successfully complete
the coursework requirements, satisfy the examiners in respect
of the thesis submitted, participate in an oral examination on
the thesis and area of study concerned, and in any written or
practical examination or other test as required.
Period of Candidature
Programme
of Study |
Full-time
|
Part-time
|
MPhil |
2 years |
4 years |
PhD (students
who have obtained a research master's degree before admission) |
3 years |
6 years |
PhD (students
who have not obtained a research master's degree before
admission) |
4 years |
8 years |
Coursework Requirements
Students are normally required to fulfil the following courseworks
requirements within their period of candidature :
MPhil students: 7 credit units (minimum requirement)
PhD students: 14 credit units (normal requirement)
- Admission
Requirements
Please refer to the homepage
of School of Graduate Studies for admission details.
- Enquiries
Enquiries about the programme can be addressed
to:
Department
of Electronic Engineering
City University of Hong Kong
Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Telephone: (852) 2788 7740
Facsimile: (852) 2788 7791
Email: postgrad@ee.cityu.edu.hk
URL: http://www.ee.cityu.edu.hk
Programme Leader
Prof.
K W Leung
E-mail: eekleung@cityu.edu.hk
