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This research area examines Neo-Confucian conceptions of man’s place in the universe; universal principles and their particularistic manifestations; knowledge and action in learning; perfection of the self; the moral uplifting of the populace; articulations for a strong government and social and cultural integration; major Neo-Confucian schools and their doctrines; the major works of Neo-Confucianism; the philosophies of Zhu Xi and Wang Yangming; the ideological rebels of late Ming; and Confucian reflections on the early Qing.

Numerous opportunities for research studies leading to Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree are available. Under our outcome-based framework, research students pursue a series of compulsory and elective subjects in depth, with a view to contributing to the existing body of knowledge, as well as a research project under the supervision of an experienced academic staff member with similar research interests.

MPhil students must satisfactorily investigate or evaluate a chosen area, demonstrate an understanding of the context and significance of the work, display sustained independent effort and original thought and present a clear, complete thesis of a quality worthy of publication.

The MPhil degree is awarded to students who, on completion of an approved programme of study and research, present theses that embody the results of their research and satisfy the examiners in an oral examination in matters relevant to the subject of the thesis. Students must also complete the coursework requirement before submitting their theses. The subjects are chosen by the student, with advice from the supervisor, from a wide range on offer.