HKBU-MU Double Degree Programme
Introduction
This is a four-year full-time undergraduate programme whereby students study at the two universities, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and The University of Missouri (MU), and graduate from both. Upon completion of all graduation requirements, students will obtain two bachelor’s degrees, namely Bachelor of Communication (Honours) conferred by HKBU, and Bachelor of Journalism conferred by MU.
About MU
- 2020 QS subject rank (Communication & Media Studies) : 45
- Ranking by U.S. News & World Report: 124
- MU’s School of Journalism, the world’s first of its kind, was established in 1908 and is committed to providing students with practical hands-on training in real-world news media and also preparing them for career in corporate communication through its Strategic Communication emphasis area.
Duration
Students are required to study for around 4 years, the first two years at HKBU and the following two years at MU.
Areas of Study
HKBU students who intend to study Journalism / Public Relations and Advertising Major can apply to this double degree programme.
The corresponding programme at MU to HKBU’s Bachelor of Communication in Journalism / Public Relations and Advertising Major is Bachelor of Journalism..
| HKBU School of Communication | MU School of Journalism |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Journalism and Digital Media Major | Bachelor of Journalism with emphasis in :
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| Bachelor of Communication (Honours) in Public Relations & Advertising Major |
Programme Structure
The double degree programme combines the essence of the existing undergraduate programmes of HKBU and MU, with the aim to equip students with communication and broad general knowledge, ethical expertise, multimedia, analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for students to adapt and thrive in a changing global environment.
In order to fulfil the graduation requirements of respective programmes, students are required to complete 128 units at HKBU and 120 units at MU respectively. For the double degree programme, the minimum number of units to be taken at each of the two universities during the study period is at least half of the total number of units required by the respective programmes, i.e., 64 units at HKBU and 60 units at MU. The remaining units required for graduation will be fulfilled through transfer of units or course exemption by completing equivalent courses in the other institution.
Eligibility
- Year One students of Journalism and Digital Media Major, and Public Relations and Advertising Major.
- Attain cGPA 3.2 or above
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Good command of English:
(IETLS - overall score of 7.0 and at least 6.0 in each sub-band; TOEFL - oversall score 100; Duolingo - overall score of 120 in with total scores of 3 out of 4 sub-bands no less than 90 )
Tuition Fee
HKBU Local students will pay the local tuition fee i.e. HKD42,100 per annum. The School will sponsor the tuition fee difference between MU and HKBU subject to students’ satisfactory academic performance, i.e. pass all subjects (to be reviewed annually).
HKBU non-local students will pay the MU tuition fee on a self-financing basis. In 2020-21, the MU tuition fee is USD23,646 (HK$183,300) per year. Please visit here.
Other Expenses
Apart from the tuition fee, enrolled students have to bear the costs of accommodation, living expenses and other associated costs of studying abroad. Students have to ensure that they have sufficient funds to cover the costs of their whole study period in the United States before enrolling in this programme.
| Item | USD | HKD |
|---|---|---|
| Living Expenses (per year, subject to change) | 15,932 | 123,500 |
| Health Insurance (per year, subject to change) | 2,227 | 17,300 |
Financial Support
The School will provide one-off travelling subsidies (economy fare) for each enrolled student of this programme.
(Subject to annual review)
Briefing Session
| Briefing session video (12 Nov 2021) | |
| Powerpoint slides |
Application & Important Dates
|
Mid March |
Programme Briefing |
31.3. 2023 |
Application Close |
Mid April |
Conduct interview |
31.5.2023 |
Release of Year 1, Semester 2, 2022/23 GPA result |
Jan 2024 |
Release of Year 2, Semester 1, 2023/24 GPA |
May 2024 |
Release of Year 2, Semester 2, 2023/24 GPA |
Aug 2024 |
Study at MU campus |