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When is the application deadline? |
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The deadline is on 28 February 2010. |
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What happens if I cannot submit all supporting documents (such as copies of certificates, official transcripts, recommendation letters) before the deadline? |
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Your application will be initially reviewed, but a final decision will not be made until we have received all your supporting documents. |
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Whom should I ask to write recommendation letters? |
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We suggest that recommendation letters should be written by individuals who can comment on your talents and achievements in academic or professional environments. There is no strict requirement regarding who your referees are. |
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Can I submit a photocopy of my academic transcript? |
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With effect from the academic year 2007-08, the regulation concerning the official transcript (with a complete record of courses attended and examination results) of all tertiary level studies governed by the Graduate School is stated as below:
(i) Non-CUHK qualifications: Photocopies will not be accepted. Applicants should complete the ¡§Transcript Submission Covering Sheet¡¨ and send it to their universities to apply for transcripts. Transcripts should be returned directly to relevant Divisions in sealed envelope. Certificates and transcripts, which are not in English or Chinese, should be accompanied by a certified translation in either English or Chinese.
(ii) CUHK qualifications (Bachelor¡¦s or higher degrees): Photocopies of transcripts issued by CUHK are accepted, but Academic Reports will NOT be accepted. Applicants should first complete the ¡§Transcript Submission Covering Sheet¡¨ and attach it to the transcript copy. Please return the transcript copy to the relevant Divisions directly. CUHK students with other qualifications not awarded by CUHK are required to follow the requirement listed in (i). The University reserves the right to require applicants to submit the original transcript if deemed necessary. |
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When will I know the decision on my application? |
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The notification period is from April to August.
The normal schedule is as follows:
Application Received |
Application Result Notification |
before mid March |
in April |
between mid March and mid April |
in May |
after mid April |
from June onwards |
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How can I know the decision on my application? |
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You can check the result by visiting the Graduate School website at http://www2.cuhk.edu.hk/gss/ . Successful applicants will receive the offer letter from Graduate School by August 2010. |
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May I defer my admission? |
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You can write to the Graduate School to apply for deferred admission for a period not exceeding one year. Deferment requests are considrered on an individual basis and subject to the approval of the Department/Graduate School panel. |
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How can I obtain application materials and more information? |
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Application materials are obtainable in person at Office of the History Division during office hours, or by post. Please send us your request via e-mail macph@cuhk.edu.hk or by phone (+852) 2609 8659. For updated information, please visit our website at http://www.history.cuhk.edu.hk/. Applicants are encouraged to submit an online application via the Graduate School website at http://www2.cuhk.edu.hk/gss/ |
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I am neither a History major nor in the field of education, does it mean I have less chance of being admitted? |
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You have an equal opportunity of being admitted in our programme regardless of your academic background. |
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