| Programme | MPhil | PhD | Joint PhD | ||
| admitted on the basis of an MPhil or equivalent (an RPg degree with a dissertation as an award requirement) conferred by a recognised university | admitted on the basis of a Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours (or equivalent qualification), conferred by a recognised university, OR a Master’s degree | admitted under Collaborative PhD Training Programme | |||
| FT | 3 years | 5 years | 6 years | See Appendix 1 | |
| PT | 5 years | 7 years | 9 years | Not applicable | |
Important Note: Extension of maximum period of study shall not be permitted under normal circumstances.