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Expected Duration
1 year
Fees
Self-funded
HK$320,400
HK$320,400
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The above fee is equivalent to 72 credits at HK$4,450 per credit (pending university's approval)
Expected Programme Start Date
01/09/2027
Application Deadline
Main Round:
12:00 noon (GMT +8), January 15, 2027
12:00 noon (GMT +8), January 15, 2027
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Overview
The Master of Journalism - Documentary Filmmaking Specialisation (MJ-DFS) programme is a comprehensive professional programme designed to prepare graduates for successful careers across local, regional, and international markets. Our curriculum emphasizes practical skills in documentary filmmaking while also highlighting the importance of ethics, legal considerations, historical context, and journalistic principles of storytelling. Students will develop both journalistic and artistic abilities to explore a wide range of topics—from politics and society to personal narratives—crafting compelling content and artistic expression.
The programme equips students with the essential tools to navigate the evolving landscape of narrative and visual storytelling across international TV, streaming platforms, festivals, and cinema markets. We encourage innovative artistry, empowering students to create captivating works that resonate with global audiences. Covering all forms of documentary filmmaking, the curriculum ensures students are well-prepared to apply these techniques effectively and convey their intended themes.
Disclaimer: The Master of Journalism – Documentary Filmmaking Specialisation (MJ‑DFS) is currently undergoing a programme revamp and renaming process, which is subject to the University’s final approval. The proposed changes include the renaming of the programme to the Master of Arts in Documentary Filmmaking (MADF), the extension of the programme duration from 1 year to 1.5 years, and corresponding revisions to the curriculum, graduation requirements, and tuition fees. Prospective applicants should note that the programme duration, required graduation credits, tuition fees, and degree title are subject to change pending the University’s approval.
Disclaimer: The Master of Journalism – Documentary Filmmaking Specialisation (MJ‑DFS) is currently undergoing a programme revamp and renaming process, which is subject to the University’s final approval. The proposed changes include the renaming of the programme to the Master of Arts in Documentary Filmmaking (MADF), the extension of the programme duration from 1 year to 1.5 years, and corresponding revisions to the curriculum, graduation requirements, and tuition fees. Prospective applicants should note that the programme duration, required graduation credits, tuition fees, and degree title are subject to change pending the University’s approval.
Entrance Requirements
1. A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification.
2. Applicants seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong in which the language of instruction and/or examination is not English are required to obtain:
(a) a score of 80 or above (for tests taken before January 21, 2026) or an overall score of 4.5 or above on the 1-6 band scale (for tests taken from January 21, 2026 onwards) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
(b) a minimum overall band of 6.0 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); or
(c) grade C or above in either the Overseas General Certificate of Education, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language.
3. Candidates may be required to pass a qualifying interview.
4. Candidates who do not hold a Bachelor's degree from this University or another qualification of equivalent standard may in exceptional circumstances be considered to register if:
- they have directed one to two award-winning documentaries or have extensive experience as producers of multiple award-winning documentaries, and
- show proof of competence in the English language.
2. Applicants seeking admission on the basis of a qualification from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong in which the language of instruction and/or examination is not English are required to obtain:
(a) a score of 80 or above (for tests taken before January 21, 2026) or an overall score of 4.5 or above on the 1-6 band scale (for tests taken from January 21, 2026 onwards) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
(b) a minimum overall band of 6.0 with no subtest lower than 5.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); or
(c) grade C or above in either the Overseas General Certificate of Education, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, or the Cambridge Test of Proficiency in English Language.
3. Candidates may be required to pass a qualifying interview.
4. Candidates who do not hold a Bachelor's degree from this University or another qualification of equivalent standard may in exceptional circumstances be considered to register if:
- they have directed one to two award-winning documentaries or have extensive experience as producers of multiple award-winning documentaries, and
- show proof of competence in the English language.
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Faculty of Social Sciences
The Faculty of Social Sciences was established in 1967, and has undergone rapid expansion and significant transformation since. The Faculty has six core Departments/Centre: Geography, Politics and Public Administration, Psychology, Social Work and Social Administration, and Sociology, and Journalism and Media Studies Centre. The Faculty is also the home to eight multidisciplinary research centres. These link scholars in the same field with experts from diversified disciplines in The University of Hong Kong and other research institutions both in Hong Kong, Mainland China and elsewhere in the world; and to provide a convenient focus for research, teaching, professional training, publication and international scholarly exchange and collaboration on specific areas of interest.
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