Master of Arts in Education for Sustainability

We operate a rolling admission process for a majority of programmes, which means the sooner you apply, the sooner your application will be assessed. We urge you to submit your application as early as possible. For the most updated admission schedule, please visit the admission website of individual programmes at http://www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/postgrad.html

We will still accept applications after the deadlines. However, priority will be given to applications received by the deadlines.

We welcome applications from local and non-local applicants. Starting from 2019/20 intake cohort, a new definition of Non-local Students (NLS) which is provided by the Education Bureau (EDB) of the HKSAR will be adopted. Definition of local and non-local applicants is as listed here.  Indication of residence status does not form a criterion for selection.

It normally takes 6-8 weeks for the Immigration Department of the HKSAR to process visa applications. Non-local applicants are therefore advised to apply as early as possible.

You can submit your application online at www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/online. The University doesn’t accept paper applications.

Application fee for local applicants is HK$300 per programme. For non-local applicants, the applicantion fee is HK$400. The fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable unless the programme in question is cancelled by the University. Upon successful submission of application, you will receive an application acknowledgement by email.

In general, you should upload:

• Scanned copy of your academic qualification(s);
• English language test report(s); and
• Other supporting document(s) as specified by individual programme.

Please refer to Submission of Supporting Documents for details.

The University reserves the right to request you to apply for official transcripts (either electronic transcript or hardcopy) and/ or language test reports to be sent directly to EdUHK from the issuing universities/ authorities before confirming your admission offer and upon programme registration.

(You are advised to use the above content which is the same as Question 12 in REG’s FAQ https://www.eduhk.hk/acadpro/FAQS/)

Applicants who have attended international institutions whose transcripts are in a language other than Chinese or English must submit those transcripts with officially certified English translations.

All supporting documents of unsuccessful applications will be destroyed at the end of the admission exercise.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend admission interviews/ tests. An applicant who has not been invited to an interview shall not assume that he/ she is not being considered for admission.
You will be informed of your application status, such as application acknowledgement, interview arrangements, etc., via your personal e-mail. Applicants are strongly advised to check their personal email frequently.
Successful applicants will receive individual notifications by email. Applicants who have not been offered admission before the commencement of the programme may assume their applications unsuccessful. No individual notifications will be sent to unsuccessful or waitlisted applicants.

Credit transfer may be granted to students in recognition of their prior learning experiences. Students may submit an application from the date of programme registration till the first two weeks of each semester in each academic year. For courses on offer in the summer semester, applications should be submitted one week before the commencement of the semester. Late applications will only be considered on condition that there was enough time to complete the application process (normally 4 weeks) before the end of the courses concerned.

The University reserves the right to cancel any programme(s) in which case all fees paid will be refunded.

Students who are enrolled in any full-time award-bearing programmes (lasting for one year or longer) of the University are not permitted to simultaneously register for another qualification at the University or a post-secondary qualification at any institutions except with prior approval by the Board of Graduate Studies. Violation of this regulation will lead to discontinuation of studies from the University. In case of doubt, students should seek advice from the Board of Graduate Studies (via the Graduate School).

In accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right of access to and correction of the information contained in your application, and the right to request a copy of such data. If you wish to do so, you may submit your request in writing to the Admissions, Registrations and Academic Planning Section of the Registry.

The general duration of the full-time MA (EfS) programme is 1 year. 

Students should take all major courses according to specific schedule. Started from 2024/25, students are allowed to choose between the electives.

Elective Courses (Choose either Two 3-cp courses OR One 6-cp course):

• Climate Change and Carbon Management (3cps); and
• Sustainability Communications (3 cps)
  OR
• Thesis Writing Course and Research Thesis Project on EfS (6 cps)

Students are welcome to contact the programme leader for academic advice.  You may contact the MA(EfS) programme Office through the contact information at this page first.

For enquiries, please contact the Programme Office by email: maefs@eduhk.hk or in-person to D3-1/F-37, The Education University of Hong Kong 10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong

All shortlisted applicants will be invited attend the interview, regardless of whether they meet the English language requirements. A conditional offer shall be given to those who have not met the requirements. Applicants are advised to take relevant language test to fulfill the requirements. All applicants must fulfill and submit the documents before specified deadline.

To facilitate the admission process, please be reminded to upload all the required documents in your application account.

Academic Documents
Applicants from different backgrounds are required to upload various supporting documents:

Graduates from Other Universities/Institutions in Hong Kong and Other Regions:

• A scanned copy of the degree certificate; and
• A scanned copy of your final transcript showing the graduation status.
• A valid Overseas Credentials Evaluation Report (國(境)外學歷學位認證書) issued by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) (中国留学服务中心) for Mainland applicants.

Graduates from Mainland Universities:

A PDF scanned copy of the following documents:

• Degree certificate (學位證書 – 中文原件掃描)
• Degree verification report (學位在線驗證報告)  valid for 6 months
• Graduation certificate (畢業證書– 中文原件掃描)
• Graduation verification report (學歷證書電子註冊備案表)  valid for 6 months
• Final transcript (最終成績單– 中文原件掃描)

Proof of English Proficiency

• A scanned copy of a valid English language test report (e.g. IELTS / TOFEL / CET6 report).

Please refer to Submission of Supporting Documents from the Registry for details.

The University reserves the right to request you to apply for official transcripts (either electronic transcript or hardcopy) and / or language test reports to be sent directly to EdUHK from the issuing universities / authorities before confirming your admission offer and upon programme registration.

No. Graduates from any disciplines who have met the basic entry requirements are welcome.

Interview invitations will be sent to the email address registered by the applicant in the online registration system.

This will be an online individual or group interview conducted in English.

Language, communication, and organizational skills will be assessed. Additionally, the applicant’s understanding of the programme, related knowledge, and relevant issues will be considered.

Successful applicants will receive individual notification by email within four weeks after the interview.  You may also login your application account and check your current application status. When admission offer is made to you, your application status will be shown as “Offer Confirmed (Published)”.

Applicants who have not been invited for interview nor given a direct offer may still be considered if the intake quota is not filled. No individual notifications will be sent to unsuccessful or waitlisted applicants.

It normally takes 10 – 14 working days for our Finance Office to receive and verify your payment. Overseas payment via T/T remittance will take longer time. Once your payment is received and verified, your application status will be changed to “Offer Accepted”. To avoid any delay, please ensure that you have quoted your EPN number when you make a payment.

If there are any irregularities regarding your payment, the relevant department will contact you by email in due course.

Please contact the Global Affairs Office by  

Email: gao@eduhk.hk  
Phone: (852) 2948 7654

For more information, you may visit to the Global Affairs Office (www.eduhk.hk/gao) website for details.

Graduates are welcome to participate in “National Examination for Admissions to the Civil Service” of  Chinese Mainland  or any job recruitment. However, the Programme Office could only issue a document listing the programme information and course list but not verify the details and relevancy of other programmes in China.

Some of our graduates have obtained a “Major Similarity Certificate” through third-party organizations. According to feedback from several students, this document has helped them successfully register for education-related civil service and public service exams in Chinese Mainland, either during their studies or after graduation. A few students have even secured teaching positions upon graduation.

Please note that the “Major Similarity Certificate” is not officially issued by our university. We do not guarantee its validity or accuracy and we assume no responsibility for any outcomes resulting from its use. Students are advised to exercise their own judgment and proceed cautiously when considering its application.

Normally, a PGDE or teacher qualification certificate will be required to become a teacher in Hong Kong or Chinese Mainland  respectively. In Hong Kong, this typically involves completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) program to obtain teaching eligibility. Some of our graduates have successfully applied for the PGDE during their studies and continued with the program after graduation. However, graduates may be employed as contract teachers or teaching assistants upon different schools’ consideration.

Yes, the MA(EfS) is recognized worldwide. Also, the courses are taught in English, providing a solid foundation for students to study worldwide. 

Many of our graduates have gone on to pursue doctoral degrees such as a PhD or an EdD, demonstrating the programme’s strong support for academic advancement and its broad applicability in developing research capabilities. For your information, students interested in pursuing further studies should consider selecting the elective “Thesis Writing Course and Research Thesis Project on EfS.”

It could be around HKD$180,000-220,000 per year including tuition, accommodation, living and other expenses.

This information is for reference only, the actual expenditure will be subject to each applicant’s spending habits.

The Master of Arts in Education for Sustainability programme will offer Entrance Scholarship to new entrants who possess high standard of academic performance and intellectual qualities, demonstrate excellence in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and exhibited outstanding leadership qualities. Eligible entrants will be nominated by the Programme Leader, candidates need not apply.

Since on-campus accommodation is highly competitive, not all admitted postgraduate students can get a place. The Student Affairs Office (SAO) will provide off-campus accommodation information for reference. For details, please visit the Off-campus Accommodation Information Platform.

In addition, our departmental staff will provide pastoral care to students through departmental WeChat: eduhkses.

• Students who have fulfilled the programme requirements will be conferred the degree upon the approval of the University’s Academic Board. The University bears no responsibility for the evaluation of its degrees outside of Hong Kong,China. Students are advised to consult with the relevant authority(ies) for the prevailing rules/regulations.
• Individuals who would seek qualification certification in Chinese Mainland after graduation should contact the Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) 中國(教育部) 留學服務中心 for updated details.
• The certification in Chinese Mainland is an independent process from the conferral of academic qualification in Hong Kong, China by the University. For the avoidance of doubt, no warranties are given in respect of individual graduate’s qualification certification or recognition in Chinese Mainland or any other professional qualification or license outside Hong Kong.
• CSCSE  takes a very prudent approach in evaluating each application, including the students’ residential period in Hong Kong, China during the entire study period. When evaluating graduates’ credentials, the full border entry and exit records of individual applicants will be examined.
• Students who would pursue credential recognition should be aware that short stays in Hong Kong, China during the study period may not fulfil the CSCSE residential requirements, leading to possible uncertainty and risks to their credential recognition.
• Students are seriously advised to consider the above when making personal plans, such as accommodation and travel plans from Hong Kong, , China etc. and make necessary arrangements where appropriate.
• It is the responsibility of the students to be familiar with and comply with the University regulations and guidelines governing the Taught Postgraduate Programmes. Students should refer to the Graduate School website for the General Academic Regulations and the Code of Practice for Taught Postgraduate Programmes for details.
• Students should consult with CSCSE if they have any enquiries.