Curriculum
1. What is the duration of study of this dual degree programme?
The HKU-UCL Dual Degree Programme in Law shall normally require four academic years of full-time study, including summer semesters. Students will spend the first two years at UCL and the following two years at HKU.
2. What are the special features of this dual degree programme?
The programme enables selected students to study in two of the world’s key global financial centres, London and Hong Kong, and gain insight into the legal systems of two major common law jurisdictions – one being the origin of common law with expertise in European Union law, and the other an important hub of legal education in Asia.
3. What are the programme highlights?
Students will be required to take a compulsory extra-curricular placement at the UCL Centre for Access to Justice, where they will have the opportunity to interact with legal professionals in providing legal assistance to the local community. During their final two years of study at HKU, they may also have the opportunity to take a course at an eminent university in Mainland China by way of intensive teaching. Students can also broaden their horizons and strengthen their practical skills by participating in HKU legal internship through designated clinical courses.
4. How much are the tuition fees?
Students are required to pay the tuition fees of the institution where they are studying. This means that they must pay UCL’s tuition fees for the first two academic years, and HKU’s tuition fees for the last two academic years. For the current HKU tuition fees, please refer to HKU Tuition Fees webpage.
5. Is there any scholarship available?
HKU may offer entrance scholarships based on academic merit. Successful candidates will be notified if they meet the awarding criteria. After admission to HKU, students may apply for other HKU scholarships. Please visit the HKU Academic Advising and Scholarships Office.
Admissions
6. When is the application deadline?
If you are a JUPAS applicant, the deadline is normally in early December each year. For details of the JUPAS calendar, please visit the JUPAS website, After submitting your JUPAS application, you must also submit a separate online application form via the Faculty of Law online application system by 31 January of the application year.
If you are a non-JUPAS applicant, please check the HKU Non-JUPAS Admissions webpage for important dates . The online application system normally opens in late September, and the deadline for first-round evaluation is normally by late-November.
7. Do I need to submit any supporting documents?
Yes. Both JUPAS and non-JUPAS applicants must provide the supporting documents listed on the website by the stipulated deadline.
8. What academic scores are typically required to be considered for admission?
For JUPAS applicants, an overall average score of 42 or above is required, with Level 5 or above in English Language and Level 4 or above in each of the best five subjects.
For non-JUPAS applicants, at least
• GCE A-levels: Minimum grades 3A* (excluding Chinese and English language subjects, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Global Perspectives and Research, Knowledge and Enquiry, Project Work, Thinking Skills, and Extended Project Qualification); or
• IB Diploma: a minimum of 41 points overall, with no score lower than 6 in any examined subject, and at least a score of 19 points in three Higher Level subjects; or
• An equivalent standard in an alternative qualification that satisfies the University of Hong Kong's entry requirements.
9. Are applicants required to attend an interview?
We conduct interview on a selective basis. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a panel interview.
10. When will the panel interview take place?
The panel Interview will normally take place in March. Shortlisted candidates will receive detailed information of the interview by email in March of each calendar year.
11. Are there any subject preferences for applicants applying on the strength of HKDSE (JUPAS) or other qualifications (non-JUPAS)?
No specific subject preference applies. However, for IB candidates, those taking English Language A: Language & Literature or English A: Literature (SL or HL) generally have a higher chance of being shortlisted, provided strong predicted grades and academic references. If a student chooses English B, taking it at HL is recommended to improve the likelihood of consideration.
12. How many places are available for this dual degree programme?
The annual intake is approximately 10 students, with a maximum of about 5 students recruited by each institution.
13. Can I submit an application for this dual degree programme via both HKU and UCL in the same academic year?
No. Please DO NOT apply through both HKU and UCL for the same admission year. Any applicant found to have applied through both HKU and UCL for the same admission year will be disqualified from consideration for this programme.
General enquiry
14. Am I eligible to apply for the PCLL in Hong Kong and the LPC in the UK after successfully completing the HKU-UCL Dual Degree Programme in Law?
Yes. Students who have successfully completed the HKU-UCL Dual Degree Programme in Law are eligible to be considered for admission to the PCLL in Hong Kong. Application for admissions to PCLL is based on academic merit. The UCL LLB degree will assist students to proceed to professional qualifications required for legal practice in the UK, subject to compliance with the requirements of professional legal practice in the UK.
15. Are there any exchange opportunities during the course of study of the programme?
Due to the intensive curriculum structure requirements, students generally do not have the capacity to participate in a normal exchange study programme. However, students will be benefited from a diverse learning experiences, such as the Common Core Programme at HKU, the opportunity to take Introduction to Chinese Law at a Mainland China institution (whilst acquiring a significant mainland experience), acquiring a specialisation through a pre-approved, structured selection of electives, not to mention a compulsory legal internship.