Master of Arts in Cross-cultural Bilingual Studies (Mixed-mode)

With the aim of nurturing culturally sensitive communicators, the programme emphasises the development of students’ practical language knowledge and skills, particularly in English and Chinese (Putonghua and Cantonese), as well as their cultural intelligence. While cross-cultural contexts provide a framework for understanding “why” people communicate differently, bilingual studies provide specific tools to “execute” that communication effectively.

A cross-cultural approach to bilingual studies offers significant benefits beyond language proficiency. It develops students’ cultural awareness and adaptability, and it strengthens their cognitive skills, such as problem-solving and mental flexibility. By learning to navigate and appreciate diverse perspectives, students are better positioned to remain competitive in today’s rapidly changing global environment.
 

Future Prospects

The programme prepares graduates for dynamic roles across diverse fields, including education, media, tourism, cultural industries, and other sectors that require professionals with strong English–Chinese bilingual and intercultural competencies.

Further Study Opportunities

Upon completion of this programme, graduates may pursue doctoral degree programmes in both local and international universities. 

Students are required to complete 11 subjects for a total of 31 credits with satisfactory results as well as passing an e-learning course (non-credit bearing), namely “Understanding China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, P.R.C.”, to fulfil the National Education Requirement in order to obtain a master’s degree. 

Classes will be scheduled on weekdays and / or weekends, both during the day and / or evening, to provide flexibility. They may also be arranged in block teaching format. Please plan accordingly to ensure your availability.

The subject list below will be reviewed from time to time and will be updated without prior notice.

# Offering of any elective subjects is subject to sufficient enrolment. 
* Individual students who have not fulfilled the English language requirements before admission are required to take an additional Adjunct English subject (3 credits). Please refer to the “Entrance Requirements” section for details. The additional credit / subject requirements will be reflected on the “My Graduation Requirements” accessible from the Student Portal as the programme commencement approaches.  Students concerned are required to pay additional fees after programme commencement.

Holders of a recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent qualification in language studies, communication, cultural studies, or related disciplines.

Notes: 

1. An applicant who is not a native speaker of English, and does not possess a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification for which English was the primary medium of instruction, is expected to fulfil the following minimum English language requirements:
   1. An overall Band Score of 6.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); OR
   2. A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 80 for the Internet-based test or 550 for the paper-based test; OR
   3. Satisfactory results in other recognised English language assessments

Individual cases may be considered on their own merit, and applicants concerned may be required to take an additional 3-credit Adjunct English subject upon admission.

2. An applicant who is not a native speaker of Chinese is required to have satisfactorily completed at least one tertiary-level Chinese course of 30 hours or above which includes substantial written Chinese elements.
3. An applicant who does not possess the above-mentioned qualifications but has reached the age of 25 before 1 September, in the academic year in which he/ she seeks admission, may apply as a mature applicant.  He/ she must demonstrate sufficient motivation, knowledge and potential to indicate a high probability of being able to complete the programme successfully.