POSTGRADUATE
PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS
Postgraduate Programs 2026/27
Master of Science Program in Technology and Policy
Award Title
Master of Science in Technology and Policy
Program Short Name
MSc(TP)
Mode of Study
Full-time
Normative Program Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Program Fee
Please refer to the Program's website.
Offering Unit
Innovation, Policy and Entrepreneurship Thrust Area
Society Hub
Program Advisor
Program Director:
Prof Coco Dijia DU, Research Associate Professor of Carbon
Neutrality and Climate Change
Enquiry
Master of Science in Technology and Policy (MSc (TP)) program will provide professional training to cope with the rapid development in technology-related sectors. In many areas, public policies play a fundamental role in shaping the development, application, and market. We seek to train students and equip them with cutting-edge knowledge in technology sectors and bridge the divide between industries and government. The rigorous two-year program will provide skill-based training in the uses of analytic methods for public policy and the development of expertise in best policy practices, comparable to MSc (TP) degrees offered by leading universities in Europe, the United States. This will be the first program in Greater China that offers a Master's program focusing on technology and policy. Students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be leaders in government, business, and NGOs to shape public policies of technology, to guide and nurture technologies that change our society.
On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Identify key development and trends in technology sector;
- Define and analyze complex problems in the development and application of disruptive technologies, and design original and innovative solutions for business and government;
- Understand policymaking in technology development and innovation and contribute to policy development through the applications of evidence-based approaches; and
- Communicate effectively with other professionals in a diverse range of task environment.
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Minimum Credit Requirement
48 credits
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Credit Transfer
Subject to the approval of the Program Director, students may apply for credit transfer or course substitution of no more than 12 credits.
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Core Courses
21 credits
IPEN 5110
Foundation in Public Policy
3 credits
Description
The course will provide an advanced foundation in the study and
practice of public policy at the level required for graduate study. The course will
cover both the historic foundations of policy studies, as well as emerging approaches
and directions. As the study of public policy is inherently interdisciplinary, it will
include perspectives from political science, public policy, economics, business and
other aspects of social science. It will take a broad view of public policy, including
taking up some of the core literature on public management and public administration.
IPEN 5130
Economics of Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship
3 credits
Description
This course introduces the economics of technology innovation and
entrepreneurship through the combined perspectives of microeconomics and macroeconomics.
It covers microeconomic core modules concerning consumers, firms, markets, and
governments, as well as macroeconomic core modules on economic growth associated with
entrepreneurship and innovation.
IPEN 5150
Policy Analysis for Technology and Innovation
3 credits
Description
Technological innovation is increasingly the source of sustainable
competitive advantage for firms worldwide. This course introduces a grounding in the
field of technology and innovation, with an emphasis on economic policy and business
strategy. The course will be highly interactive and apply multiple disciplines including
economics, management, law and public policy.
IPEN 5160
Big Data Applications for Business and Government
3 credits
Description
This course will cover the key concepts and technologies of big
data and data analysis, with a focus on the application of big data in formulating
business strategies and policies, and related research issues on how big data affects
the direction of business and policy development. The course will provide students with
practical training on big data and data analysis based on real-world business or policy
issues, ranging from collecting and preprocessing to organizing and analyzing
large-scale data.
IPEN 5180
Disruptive Technology and Society
3 credits
Description
This course gives students a broad introduction to the key
disruptive technologies, such as mobile internet, AI, and robotics, that have
transformed our society. We will examine the practical applications of these
technologies and discuss their socioeconomic impacts and policy responses. We will also
look at the potential for businesses and governments to harness these disruptive
technologies to deliver new services or improve existing ones and enhance value in
public and private sectors.
IPEN 6110
Capstone Project
6 credits
Description
This course consists of 6 credits and will last for two regular
terms. In the first term, students learn and integrate the latest technology topics
through seminars,lectures, and workshops. After completing four micro-policy analysis
reports, students can familiarize themselves with technology policy hot spots and policy
analysis tools, as well as the cooperation skills and role division among the groups. In
the second term, they will complete group projects on selected topics for science and
technology policy under the supervision offaculty members. The participation of the
university’s internal community and external organizations in these projects will be
highly encouraged. The university will be responsible for the control, management and
evaluation of the project. Students will exercise their teamwork skills, analyze science
and technology policy issues and develop concise reports of their findings and
recommendations. They should write the paper acting as an assistant to a particular
decision-maker in a government, nonprofit organization, business or private sector. This
course is for MSc(TP) students only. May be graded PP.
- Elective Courses
27 Credits
Students can take the following courses to meet the elective course requirement
• Any postgraduate elective courses offered by IPE
• A list of other elective courses offered at HKUST(GZ) in a particular year will be announced at the beginning of each intake. Please refer to the Program website.
Additional coursework may be required as part of the program preparation.
(For 2026/27 intake, the curriculum is subject to change.)
(For 2026/27 intake, the curriculum is subject to change.)
To qualify for admission, applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Admission is selective and meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
1. General Admission Requirements of the University
Please refer to Admission Requirements.
2. English Language Admission Requirements
Please refer to Admission Requirements.
Apply online before the application deadlines.
Application Fee
RMB 250
Application Deadlines
For 2026/27 Fall Term Intake:
International students*
15 Jun 2026
Chinese students
15 Jul 2026
* All international students are required to obtain a student visa (X visa) for studying in China’s mainland. For details on student visa (X visa) requirements, please click here.
