The Faculty of Law of Macau University of Science and Technology is pleased to announce outstanding postgraduate admission results achieved by its Class of 2026 graduates. A number of students have been admitted to leading universities worldwide, including two students who received offers from the University of Cambridge. Several students have also secured scholarships alongside their offers. Admitting institutions include University College London, The University of Hong Kong, the University of California, Berkeley, the University of Melbourne, McGill University, the University of Toronto, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the University of Edinburgh, Northwestern University, and King’s College London. Graduates from this cohort have received offers across major destinations such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and Hong Kong, demonstrating strong overall performance in further studies applications.
The Faculty has long upheld a balanced approach that integrates academic theory with practical training. In addition to strengthening foundational teaching, the Faculty offers a range of guidance workshops on academic planning, research skills, and academic writing. Through its mooting and competition training groups, students are actively encouraged to participate in prestigious competitions such as the Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, the International Criminal Court Moot, the International Investment Arbitration Competition, and the Asia-Pacific M&A Moot. These experiences have become a key advantage in students’ postgraduate applications. At the same time, the Faculty regularly invites distinguished scholars and legal practitioners from around the world to deliver lectures and engage with students, providing diverse learning resources, broadening academic horizons, and supporting both further study and career development.
The following section highlights selected graduates from the Class of 2026, who share their academic experiences and reflections on their postgraduate application journey.
Wu Xia, Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2026
Admissions Offers:
University of Cambridge (Dr. Liu Chak Wan Scholarship),
The University of Hong Kong,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
London School of Economics and Political Science
Looking back on the past four years, I am sincerely grateful to the School of Law for offering me an invaluable platform, which paved the way for my outstanding admission results.Throughout my LLB journey, I have received the Dean’s Scholarship and awards from various organisations in Hong Kong, totalling over HK$110,000. I was also granted the Liu Chak Wan Scholarship from Queens’ college, Cambridge. I sincerely appreciate the university’s generous support. Thank you to all faculty members for your patient guidance and constant encouragement to step out of my comfort zone. Your teachings will benefit me for a lifetime.
I also want to express my deepest thanks to my parents and family for your ongoing support and company. Your selfless love has always been my greatest backbone. My gratitude also goes to senior students and friends. Thank you for your generous tolerance and help. My college life would not have been so wonderful without you.
My years of study and life in Macau stand among the most precious and joyful moments in my life. Here I have gained confidence, courage and lifelong friendships. The valuable experiences over these four years have helped me believe in myself more and dare to explore the unknown. All of this would not have been possible without the nurturing of Macau University of Science and Technology. I will carry the confidence and courage I have acquired here to embrace a brand-new journey ahead.
Cheng Ke, Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2026 (President’s Award for Outstanding Student)
Admissions Offers:
The University of Hong Kong,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
City University of Hong Kong
As a transfer student, my connection with the Faculty of Law spans only three years, yet during this time I have accomplished a high‑quality transition from hospitality management to the legal domain on this fertile ground. In my view, law is a discipline rooted in logic and comprehension; therefore, when studying any branch of law, disentangling its underlying legal logic and clarifying its institutional framework are essential to mastering the subject. Beyond theoretical knowledge, I would encourage everyone to make good use of their spare time to engage in quality internships, applying legal knowledge flexibly in real‑world settings and accumulating hands‑on experience—for only then can one truly appreciate the gap between theory and practice.
Outside the classroom, my three years on the university debate team have honed the logical reasoning, oral articulation, and collaborative skills that are vital for a legal professional. At the same time, I actively participated in moot court competitions, through which I gradually discovered the specialised sub‑fields that genuinely interest me. The journey of graduate school applications was one of self‑examination and continuous breakthrough. Beyond defining the overall direction of my applications, I adhered throughout the preparation process to the conviction that “details determine success or failure”—from carefully weighing every single word in my essays, to systematically analysing the distinctive features of each target programme—all of which reflect both my professional competence and the sincerity of my application.
I am deeply grateful to the Faculty of Law for its attentive cultivation. I will cherish this honour and warmth, and step into the future with the knowledge and confidence I have gained at MUST. Finally, I hope that everyone can draw reflection and consolidation from every experience, continuously improve, and grow steadily. May the Faculty of Law flourish with enduring legacy; may all professors enjoy wellness and success; and may all my fellow students embark on brilliant futures.
Li Xiangyu, Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2026
Admissions Offers:
University of Cambridge,
University of California, Berkeley,
Northwestern University,
London School of Economics and Political Science
The mission of a university education lies in enabling students, through four years of training, to learn how to study independently. In this process, the relationship between teachers and students should be one of free choice, mutual fit, reciprocal commitment, and responsibility on both sides.
For me, passion, diligence, and opportunity have almost become the three defining words of my undergraduate experience. From my initial, simple belief in goodness to my later acquisition of utilitarian reasoning, I have always maintained my commitment to and aspiration for the study of law. Every law examination conveys the same message: writing more does not necessarily mean writing well, but it is difficult to write well without writing enough, because law requires rigorous argumentation, and rigorous argumentation rests upon extensive reading. I have sat in every seat of the old university study room, and I know well the importance and necessity of studying hard. At the same time, I sincerely urge you to make good use of the library and database resources of Macau University of Science and Technology, and to actively communicate with the teachers of the Faculty of Law about both academic questions and uncertainties in life.
Finally, please do not fall into excessive idealism. Learn to be free first within conditions of unfreedom. When you find yourself in a state of constraint, keep a clear mind first; in time, we will move beyond that condition. May each of you give full play to your strengths and pour forth the breadth of your talents.
Lei Shuangyu, Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2026
Admissions Offers:
University College London,
The University of Hong Kong,
University of California, Berkeley (with scholarship),
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
London School of Economics and Political Science
Looking back on my four years at the Faculty of Law, the most profound takeaway I have gained is learning to build an independent, resilient inner self under pressure.
Like most law students, peer pressure and uncertainty about the future have haunted me since the start of university. However, true growth does not come from blindly chasing others’ success, but from quiet, rooted growth like a tree. This mindset became my solid anchor as I coped with coursework and the graduate applications. We ought to face anxiety, for it can motivate us to forge ahead, yet we must not let it trap us. The key is learning to coexist with pressure. We can stabilize our minds and stay focused on our own path by making full use of the faculty’s resources and seeking guidance from professors.
University is a journey of taking root and thriving toward the sun, where everyone walks their own path. Whether you feel unremarkable temporarily or have already stood out, I sincerely wish you can overcome the self-doubt and pressure brought by elitism, find your own unique pace of growth, and ultimately achieve your goals. Please remember: the world is my oyster, which I with sword will open. May we all stand tall like trees after the rainstorm!
Xi Yuntao, Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2026
Admissions Offers:
University College London,
McGill University (with scholarship),
University of Toronto,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
KU Leuven (with scholarship),
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne (with scholarship)
As seasons passed and years turned, graduation has arrived in the blink of an eye. Looking back, I feel deeply honored and overjoyed to have spent these four youthful years at the Faculty of Law of Macau University of Science and Technology — an institution that embraces diverse perspectives and fosters innovation. On this campus beside Estrada da Wai Long, I not only reaped abundant rewards from my academic studies, but also actively participated in student societies such as the Law Students’ Society, as well as legal competitions like the International Criminal Court Moot Court Competition (ICC). Through these experiences, I gained invaluable friendships and developed a distinctive cross-jurisdictional way of thinking. Meanwhile, the dedicated guidance of the faculty members and the meticulously designed curriculum — spanning the global vision of international criminal law, the meticulous analysis of the law of obligations and property law, and the integrated approach to economic law and intellectual property law — have all profoundly enriched us. These lessons have not only shaped our legal knowledge but have also provided us with invaluable direction in the choices and journeys of life ahead.
The memories of these four years in this tiny lusophone island by the south china sea will forever linger in my heart, constantly fueling my drive to surpass myself and granting me the courage to face the future. I am grateful to my teachers for the inspiration they offered me in moments of uncertainty, and to my dear friends who stood shoulder to shoulder with me through every challenge. I wish my alma mater continued growth and prosperity, and I hope that future students will have the courage to pursue their dreams, no matter how far they may roam. Finally, as the saying goes, “Grandescunt Aucta Labore.” I will never forget the support of my alma mater and will press forward with even greater resolve.
