The University of Macau (UM) is preparing its 2027/2028 postgraduate intake in Macau, China, with applications for PhD, master’s and postgraduate certificate programmes to be handled through the university’s online system. The intake matters for prospective students because it includes programme-specific deadlines, a non-refundable application fee and funding options that vary by programme.
Key facts
- UM’s 2027/2028 postgraduate intake covers PhD, master’s and postgraduate certificate programmes.
- PhD first-batch applications have a deadline of 23 October 2026.
- Master’s and postgraduate certificate applications have a deadline of 3 December 2026.
- The application fee is MOP 200 per application and is non-refundable.
- Funding may be available through UM PhD Scholarship, UM PhD Teaching Research Assistant and some master’s assistantships, depending on programme conditions.
What does this mean for prospective students?
For applicants, the practical takeaway is that admission and funding are separate decisions. UM says funding depends on the programme and the relevant scholarship or assistantship rules, so students should not assume a place in the programme automatically includes tuition or living support.
Applicants also need to prepare early because the university says late applications will not be considered, and completed forms must be submitted through the online system to be processed. The university’s instructions also say applicants cannot change their programme choice after submission, which makes the initial selection especially important.
- PhD applicants should work toward the 23 October 2026 first-batch deadline.
- Master’s and postgraduate certificate applicants should plan for the 3 December 2026 deadline.
- All applicants should budget for the MOP 200 fee and gather supporting documents in advance.
How do applicants submit a University of Macau application?
Applicants register through UM’s official online application system, using their name as shown on identification, an identification or passport number, a mobile number and a valid email address. After registration, the system sends a reference number and password by email and SMS. Applicants then complete the form, upload the required documents and click submit for the application to be processed.
UM says an acknowledgement email with an application number should follow successful submission. If that confirmation does not arrive within two days, applicants are advised to contact the Graduate School.
Who can apply?
Master’s applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification recognised by the University of Macau. Some programmes may ask for additional academic or professional qualifications. PhD applicants are expected to follow the admission requirements for the specific doctoral programme they choose.
International applicants are also expected to review language proficiency, supporting documents, application fees, scholarship or assistantship eligibility and any interview requirements for their selected programme.
What funding is available?
UM’s published PhD admission guidelines identify the UM PhD Scholarship and the UM PhD Teaching Research Assistant as potential stipend sources. Assistantships are also available for some master’s students, but the evidence shows that funding depends on the specific programme and conditions attached to each opportunity.
That means applicants should treat funding as a separate check item during the admissions process rather than as a guaranteed feature of every offer. The university’s rules distinguish clearly between getting admitted and qualifying for financial support.
Why the deadlines and fee matter
The deadlines shape when applicants need to move from research to submission. Because the university says late applications will not be considered, waiting until the final day may leave too little time to collect references, transcripts or language certificates.
The MOP 200 application fee is also payable per application and is non-refundable, so applicants should review programme requirements carefully before paying and submitting.
