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Frequently Asked Questions

1

The Programmes

  1.1 Which institution will grant the award?
1.2 What is the structure of the MSc programme?
1.3 What are the Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) and Postgraduate Award (PgA)?
1.4 How long does the programme last?
1.5 Am I allowed to attend modules in the UK or other countries?

2

Applications

  2.1 What are the entry requirements?
2.2 How should I apply for the programme?

3

Fees

  3.1 What are the course fees?
3.2 Do I have to pay in Hong Kong dollars?




1

The Programmes

  1.1 Which institution will grant the award?
Upon successful completion of the Programme, a Master’s Degree (Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Award) will be awarded by the University of Warwick.

  1.2 What is the structure of the MSc programme?
MSc in Programme and Project Management
  • It comprises 6 core modules and 3 elective modules, plus an individual research project.

MSc in International Technology Management
  • It comprises 5 modules from list A, 4 Modules from list B and list C (at least 1 from list C), plus an individual research project.

  1.3 What are the Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) and Postgraduate Award (PgA)?
The PgC and PgA are the intermediary qualifications that student can achieve by successfully completing the required modules. Students can apply for transferring to a full MSc registration after completion of a PgC / PgA.

(Note: to progress to the MSc, an average of at least 50% is required in the assignments)

  1.4 How long does the programme last?
Master's Degree: Full-time (1 Year): Part-time (2 - 3 Years)
Postgraduate Certificate (PgC): Part-time (1 - 1.5 Years)
Postgraduate Award (PgA): Part-time (0.5 - 1 Year)

  1.5 Am I allowed to attend modules in the UK or other countries?
A student may apply for attending up to 2 modules in the UK (or other WMG centres in the Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, India and Cyprus) out of the 9 modules without additional course fee; the “hosting” centre may charge other fees (e.g. hospitality etc), about which student will be informed of when making a booking. The student will be responsible for their own transportation and accommodation. Cancellation charges may also apply.

2

Applications

  2.1 What are the entry requirements?
Applicants require to have a bachelor's degree with second class honours or equivalent and IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 92 (Internet-based) or Pearson Test 62 (normally completed within the last 2 years) *.

* The above English proficiency requirement applies to non-native English speakers only. Applicants with at least 2 years of study in English speaking countries, such as UK, USA and Australia, etc. OR being employed and working effectively for 2 or more years in a company in which English is the working language may apply for exemption.

Applicants with post-experience diploma or higher diploma with appropriate working experience will be considered on individual merit.

  2.2 How should I apply for the programme?
The following documents should be submitted by hand or by mail to the Admissions Office for entry into the programme:

  • One original application form
  • One copy of academic transcripts, and / or official proof for professional qualifications
  • Two reference letters / reference forms (from academic and / or workplace professional)
  • One copy of an English Language certificate i.e. IELTS or TOEFL or Pearson Test official score report (where applicable)
  • One copy of HKID Card / Passport
  • One original receipt of application fee (HK$200) payment

* Either the reference form or reference letter is acceptable. In situations where a student has not studied for 2 years or more, business / commercial or other referees will be accepted.

3

Fees

  3.1 What are the course fees?
The programme fee is $111,000 for Master’s programme, $61,800 for Postgraduate Certificate programme, and $30,900 for Postgraduate Award programme in AY2013/14. Please refer to the “Tuition Fees” page for more details.

  3.2 Do I have to pay in Hong Kong dollars?
Yes.

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