To qualify for admissions to HKUST(GZ)’s postgraduate program, applicants must meet the following requirements.

1. Obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification.

2. English language proficiency requirement with one of the following attainments:

• TOEFL-iBT: 80 (for tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)*
• 4.5 (for tests taken from 21 January 2026 onwards)*
• TOEFL-pBT: 550
• TOEFL-Revised paper-delivered test: 60 (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
• IELTS (Academic Module): Overall score: 6.5 and All sub-score: 5.5*

* Refers to scores in one single attempt only. Test at home option is not accepted.

Applicants are not required to present TOEFL or IELTS score if

• Their first language is English, or
• They obtained the bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an institution where the medium of instruction was English, or they obtained a master’s degree (or above) from an institution where the medium of instruction was English.

In addition to meeting the above minimum requirements, candidates should showcase their unique strengths and demonstrate how their individual qualities make them a good fit for the program.