For taught postgraduate programmes, Lingnan graduates are expected to possess the following attributes:

Independent and Critical Scholar

LU graduates will possess in-depth discipline specific knowledge as well as a diverse range of professional and scholarship skills.

Advanced Professional Problem-solver

LU graduates will have a deep understanding of discipline knowledge to creatively solve complex problems and provide innovative solutions.

Critical and Creative

LU graduates will be critically analytical and have a creative perspective and outlook in their research areas / professional discipline.

Skilled Communicator

LU graduates will be advanced communicators and be able to articulate clearly and coherently in written, digital and oral forms.

Ethically and Socially Responsible Researcher/Professional

LU graduates will be reflective, ethical and socially responsible in conducting their research / professional practice.