The LLM(ChineseLaw) programme addresses a growing need in Hong Kong and internationally for a more comprehensive understanding of the law and regulations of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Through a wide combination of theoretical, practical and policy-oriented courses, this programme enables candidates to appreciate the modern Chinese legal system within China's dynamic social, economic and political backdrop. This programme is designed both for students/practitioners with formal legal training who seek to acquire specialisation credentials in Chinese laws and also for professionals/researchers in the related field (e.g., economics, finance, sociology, political science, business) whose China-related engagements would be enhanced with knowledge and insights on Chinese laws. Drawing upon the expertise of Chinese law specialists, HKU Law is one of the few law schools in the world that offers a taught LLM programme in Chinese law conducted in English in an academic environment without ideological constraints. In addition, candidates can also take advantage of the numerous China related academics and professional opportunities/resources at the faculty and university level, including the opportunity to take selected modules in prestigious mainland law schools. Watch a video about the programme at https://www.ccl.law.hku.hk/teaching.
Applicants must comply with the General Regulations, the Regulations for Taught Postgraduate Curricula, and fulfil at least one of requirements (1) to (3) below AND (if applicable) requirement (4): (1) hold a degree of Bachelor of Laws with at least second-class honours or an equivalent qualification accepted by the University for this purpose; or (2) hold a degree in a discipline other than law with at least second-class honours accepted by the University for this purpose and have at least two years of relevant experience and professional qualifications; or (3) have obtained either the Common Professional Examination of England and Wales or the Common Professional Examination Certificate of this University, provided that in either case, a second class honours degree or a qualification of equivalent standard of this University or another comparable institution accepted for this purpose has also been obtained; and if applicable: (4) for a candidate who is seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong of which the language of teaching and/or examination is not English, shall satisfy the Faculty English language requirement with one of the following recognized English tests: - IELTS (Academic): An minimum overall band of 7.0 or above, with no subtest lower than 5.5; or - TOEFL (Internet-based): A score of 100 or above (for tests taken before January 21, 2026); or - TOEFL (Internet-based): A score of 5.0 or above (for tests taken from January 21, 2026 onwards)