Joint PhD Supervision Scheme
The Joint PhD Supervision Scheme brings together the best of Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) to support a single, integrated doctoral journey. Students gain access to broader expertise, deeper research resources and international networks and are well-positioned for a strong global academic profile.
The scheme is open to all research postgraduate students enrolled in the School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) at NTU and School of Design (SD) at PolyU.
Under this scheme, students will spend at least six months, or up to half of their study period, at the partner university, while completing the remaining coursework and research at their home university. Students are guided by supervisors from both institutions and will be assessed according to the standards of both.
Upon successful completion, students receive a PhD degree from their home university along with a supplemental letter from the partner university.
*Students admitted at PolyU will register at NTU after passing the Confirmation of Registration. Students admitted at NTU will register at PolyU after passing the Qualification Examination.
Eligibility
Open to new applicants not yet enrolled in a PhD programme at either university, as well as first-year PhD students.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must fulfil the admission requirements set by both NTU and PolyU:
| NTU | https://www.ntu.edu.sg/admissions/graduate/radmissionguide |
| PolyU | http://www.polyu.edu.hk/study/pg/research-postgraduate |
All PhD applications must be submitted to the applicant’s home university with endorsement from their chief supervisor. Approval for participation in the Joint PhD Supervision Scheme is granted by the Joint Programme Committee of both universities.
1. Applying via NTU
Review the required admission documents and details here
For further inquiries, contact NTU at [email protected]
2. Applying via PolyU
Submit your PhD application through the RPgAdmission Systems
Review the required admission documents and details here
Applicants may indicate interest in the joint supervision scheme for consideration by their chief supervisor
Tuition Fees
Candidates pay tuition fees to their home university, which covers their study period at the partner university. Minor administrative or miscellaneous fees required by the host university are the student’s responsibility.
Scholarships
Students on residency at the partner university will continue to receive scholarship stipends under the home university’s funding schemes.
Additional Costs
Students are responsible for all expenses for travel (including visa), accommodation, living expenses and mandatory medical/health insurance at both universities.
Students are required to submit a single thesis in English to the Home University for examination as per the PhD rules and regulations of the Home University.
The research topic must be agreed mutually upon by the supervisors.
Students should acknowledge all supervisors in the thesis.
For any queries on the Joint PhD Supervision Scheme, please contact us at:
NTU: [email protected]
PolyU School of Design: [email protected]