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The Chinese University of Hong Kong Master of Social Science in Sustainable Tourism 香港中文大學可持續旅遊社會科學碩士 (One-year Full-time 一年全日制/ Two-year Part-time 兩年兼讀制)

Application deadline: 30 April 2027

The Department of Geography and Resource Management (GRM) at CUHK has long been at the forefront of sustainability education, research, and practice at local, regional, and global levels. Established in 2007, the MSSST Programme is a pioneering and distinctivepostgraduate programme that advances sustainable tourism through interdisciplinary education,  experiential learning, research-informed practice, and engagement with industry, government, and communities. Building on its strengths in sustainable tourism, resource management, tourism governance, and destination development, the Programme continues to evolve in response to emerging challenges and opportunities in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, China, and beyond.

Join a vibrant learning community committed to creating positive change through tourism. Through innovative and experiential learning, the Programme develops responsible sustainable tourism leaders equipped with the knowledge, professional skills, and ethical values to contribute to industry innovation, community wellbeing, and a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future.

Who Should Apply?

This programme is designed for individuals aspiring to become responsible leaders in sustainable tourism, tourism planning and development, environmental and resource management, and related fields. It is also suitable for professionals in tourism, sustainability, policy, governance, and community development who seek to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and values to address contemporary tourism challenges and opportunities.

Some courses in the programme are included in the list of reimbursement courses for Continuing Education Fund (CEF) purposes.

Enquiries:
Tel: 852 3943-8085
Email: MSSST@cuhk.edu.hk
Web: http://mssst.grm.cuhk.edu.hk