37.2858, Support: Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, General Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, Translation: PhD, City University of Hong Kong

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Date: 05-Sep-2026
From: Charles B. Chang [LTresdegcoor at cityu.edu.hk]
Subject: Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, General Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, Translation: PhD, City University of Hong Kong


Institution/Organization: City University of Hong Kong
Web Address: https://lt.cityu.edu.hk/

Level: PhD

Duties: Research, Teaching

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics;
General Linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Translation

Description:

The Department of Linguistics and Translation (LT) at City University
of Hong Kong (CityU) is currently recruiting creative and motivated
postgraduate students interested in pursuing a doctoral degree in
language research at CityU.
At CityU, we view language as a dynamic and multifaceted system deeply
connected to cognition, culture, and society. Our research-driven
approach positions us as a global leader in modern linguistic studies
and fosters an innovative and interdisciplinary environment where
cutting-edge scholarship meets real-world impact. Our international
faculty, who come from all over the world and hold PhDs from more than
15 different institutions, are experts in a wide range of subfields,
including formal, functional, experimental, computational,
psycholinguistic, and applied approaches.
Ranked among the top 40 linguistics programs worldwide (QS 2026), our
department thrives on four key pillars: collaboration, breadth,
application, and innovation. We strive to bridge disciplinary
boundaries, embrace theoretical diversity, make real-world impact, and
advance the future of language research. Whether applying experimental
or computational methods, working with large-scale corpora, or
tackling challenges in translation and cross-cultural communication,
students develop essential skills to navigate today's complex
linguistic environments and to make a meaningful impact in their
professional careers.
Admitted students are funded throughout the four years of their PhD
via one of the following mechanisms:
- regular CityU studentship (consisting of a monthly stipend and
research/conference support)
- Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS, a Hong Kong-wide funding
scheme)
- other CityU-internal awards (e.g., Presidential Research Award)
Helpful funding links:
- HKPFS: https://cerg1.ugc.edu.hk/hkpfs/index.html
- CityU:
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes/scholarships-financial-aid-and-fees
Minimum requirements for admission comprise the following:
- BA (Hons) / MA / MPhil degree in a relevant field of study (e.g.,
linguistics, cognitive science, modern languages, translation) awarded
by a recognised university
- sufficient English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL score of 4.5 / 79; IELTS
score of 6.5)
- research proposal (which a CityU LT faculty member has agreed to
supervise)
Preferred qualifications include:
- a record of academic excellence (as reflected in transcripts,
awards, etc.)
- prior research experience (e.g., research assistantships,
publications, conference presentations)
- relevant work experience (e.g., teaching experience)
- diverse life experiences (e.g., international exchange, study
abroad)
Prospective applicants should reach out to potential supervisors
directly, well in advance of the application deadline:
https://lt.cityu.edu.hk/people/academic-staff
General queries can be emailed to the LT Research Degree Coordinator
(Prof. Charles B. Chang) at: LTresdegcoor at cityu.edu.hk
Applications for the 2027-28 student intake are due on 1 December 2026
(11:59pm Hong Kong Time, GMT+8). Apply via the university web portal
(application website).

Application Deadline: 01-Dec-2026

Web Address for Applications:
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes/apply-now

Contact Information:
Prof. Charles B. Chang (Research Degree Coordinator, LT)
Contact Email: LTresdegcoor at cityu.edu.hk



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