Undergraduate
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Geography provides students with a solid training in geographical theories and methods, and helps students acquire the intellectual and practical skills to analyse, assess and interpret geographical information both independently and as part of a team. Students are offered considerable freedom to take a broad spectrum of courses, particularly in their third and final years, when they may choose to concentrate on aspects of either physical or human geography.
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Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Department |
Department of Geography |
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Admission Requirements |
1) The first elective must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The second elective can be any of the following subjects:
3) This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process.
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 7129
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Government & International Studies gives students a firm grasp of the different areas of political science. These cover political sociology, government and public policy-making, international relations, political economy, political theory, political thought and methodology.
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Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 Years |
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Hosting Department(s) |
Department of Government & International Studies |
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3. This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process.
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Enquir
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Tel: (852) 3411 5669
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sociology is concerned with the study of the complex relationships among individuals, groups and larger social structures. It places strong emphasis on the integration of theory and research, and offers rigorous training in quantitative and qualitative research skills. More specifically, the programme aims to provide students with
- Knowledge on the persistence and changes in social structures and their relationships with various social institutions;
- A critical understanding of social values and the meanings of behaviour in different social situations; and
- Abilities to conduct independent research on social issues.
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Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Department(s) |
Department of Sociology |
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Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
Notes: 1) The first elective must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The second elective can be any of the following subjects:
3) This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process.
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 7131 Fax: (852) 3411 7893
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 Fax: (852) 3411 7373 |
To be physically active is an integral and important part of healthy living. With the increasing awareness and need for quality and active lifestyles, the number of public and private sport facilities, fitness clubs and residential clubhouses have increased substantially over the years. There is a high demand for professional management of sports and recreation programmes and facilities as well as delivery of quality physical education in schools and community environments. With the continuous demand for trained graduates in the field of physical education, sport and recreation management, the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Physical Education and Recreation Management (PERM) programme was established in 1992. Since its establishment, about 1000 graduates have worked in sports, recreation, physical education and other related fields. The overall aim of the programme is to provide students with sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge, skills and practical experience (internship) in the discipline of physical education and recreation management. Furthermore, under the University's ethos of "whole person education", students will also receive a strong liberal arts education that will prepare them for a variety of careers.
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Admission |
Programme-based |
Duration |
4 years |
Hosting Department |
Department of Sport, Physical Education and Health |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
2. Other Specific Requirements/ Remarks:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 3107
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Global and China Studies is a dynamic and practical major which studies transformation in globalisation and transformation in China as two sides of one coin. It aims to equip and aspire students to engage with a global order increasingly including China. The programme has three core elements:
- inter-disciplinary knowledge on Global political economic and sociocultural processes;
- China specialisms; and
- research skills training
The programme works with academic partners in China and overseas to provide exchange and experiential learning opportunities for students, allowing them to study China from both inside and outside the country. The research-led philosophy prepares students to be resourceful graduates who value knowledge and can work in teams to produce knowledge. Meanwhile, students are able to advance their Putonghua proficiency through language courses and internship opportunities in Hong Kong, China and all over the world.
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Admission |
For Students Admitted in 2021/22 and Before |
For Students to be Admitted in 2022/23 and Thereafter |
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Programme-based
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Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Office |
Global and China Studies Programme Office |
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Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
Notes: 1) The first elective must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The second elective can be any of the following subjects:
3) This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process.
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5668
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
With the third year entirely in Europe (study/internship), the programme consists of very intensive language learning (either French) and broad-based studies of both past and present of European societies and the European Union. Political Science is the core discipline, underpinned by history and cultural area studies, business/economics or communication courses.
Starting from AY2020-21, students who have met the required qualifications in the first two years, may opt for a combined degree pathway with either Sciences Po Lyon or with Sciences Po Bordeaux — two elite higher education institutions in France that provide rigorous training in social sciences at large, and contemporary world affairs in particular. Eventually, the students who fulfill the requirements will graduate with two degrees: the BSocSc (Hons) in European Studies at the end of the fourth year from HKBU and Sciences Po's master degree (Diplôme de Sciences Po) at the end of the fifth year.
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Admission |
For Students Admitted in 2021/22 and Before |
For Students to be Admitted in 2022/23 and Thereafter |
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Programme-based
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Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Department |
Department of Government and International Studies |
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Specific Minimum Admission Requirements
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2. Other Specific Requirements/ Remarks:
- Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); - Applied Learning subjects with Attained with Distinction (I) or above; - Other Language subjects at Grade B or above.
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Notes: 1) The first elective must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The second elective can be any of the following subjects:
3) This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process. |
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5645
Tel: (852) 3411 5127
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With the third year entirely in Europe (study/internship), the Programme consists of very intensive language learning (German) and broad-based studies of both past and present of European societies and the European Union. Political Science is the core discipline, underpinned by history and (cultural) area studies, business/economics or communication courses.
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Admission |
For Students Admitted in 2021/22 and Before |
For Students to be Admitted in 2022/23 and Thereafter |
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Programme-based |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training. Students will choose one of the following majors by internal applications:
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Department |
Department of Government and International Studies |
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Specific Minimum Admission Requirements
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2. Other Specific Requirements/ Remarks:
- Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); - Applied Learning subjects with Attained with Distinction (I) or above; - Other Language subjects at Grade B or above.
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Notes: 1) The first elective must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The second elective can be any of the following subjects:
3) This programme will consider Applied Learning subjects in the admissions selection process. |
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5645
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
In the four-year curriculum, students will be required to study a total of 128 units, including 78 units for Social Work Major courses, 4 units for Social Sciences Common Core, 31 units for University Core and General Education Programme and 15 units for Elective courses.
The Social Work Major courses are structured into four areas, namely
- Human Behaviour and Social Environment;
- Social Work Theory and Practice;
- Social Policy, Research and Administration; and
- Fieldwork
Graduates are recognised by most social work professional bodies at the international level. They can register as Registered Social Workers (RSW) with the Social Workers Registration Board in Hong Kong.
Objectives and Features |
The Department of Social Work is one of the leading providers of social work training and education in Hong Kong. The four-year Bachelor of Social Work(Hons) Programme aims to develop student knowledge and professional values in social work so that graduates can effectively meet the social service needs of the community in a flexible, realistic, creative and professional yet critical manner. |
Admission |
Programme-based |
Duration |
4 years |
Hosting Department |
Department of Social Work |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
Admission to the programme is subject to satisfying both the stipulated General University Admission Requirements and the Departmental requirements.
HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
Note: The above entrance requirements are subject to revision.
In addition to a good academic record, applicants are encouraged to have good participation in extra-curriculum activities, strong motivation, clear purposes to study social work, and good relevant voluntary and/or paid work experience. Moreover, factors such as values, attitudes, personality, maturity, self-understanding, concern for public affairs, analytical and problem-solving ability are important for admission consideration.
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 7105 Fax: (852) 3411 7145
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
Technological innovation transforms the global landscape of health and wellness, driving societal changes and creating opportunities for our future. The Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) / Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Innovation in Health and Social Well-Being (Subject to University’s approval) is committed to nurture students to apply technologies with their knowledge in health and well-being. It also serves to meet the Government’s top priority in innovation and technology development. The programme is open to students from all academic backgrounds. Students who are enthusiastic in innovative social and technology solutions for health promotion are encouraged to apply.
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Programme-based |
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Duration |
4 years |
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Hosting Faculties |
Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty of Science |
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Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
Notes: 1) One of the electives must be any Category A subjects including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2); 2) The other elective can be any of the following subjects:
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Enquiry
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Email: tp-info@hkbu.edu.hk
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in History (BA) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of Liberal Studies, a core subject at senior secondary level. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of History, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Students, who have completed the History component successfully, will be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on History and Education throughout the years. The majors provide good foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that a Liberal Studies teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will gain understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools through several periods of teaching practice. Besides Liberal Studies, students can also learn about the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organisational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based admission scheme. They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of History |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
For JUPAS Applicants HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Geography (BSocSc) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of Liberal Studies, a core subject at senior secondary level. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of Geography, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Upon successful completion of the Geography component, students should be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on Geography and Education throughout the years. The majors provide good foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that a Liberal Studies teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will gain understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools through several periods of teaching practice. Besides Liberal Studies, students can also learn about the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organisational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme (BAP). They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of Geography |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
For JUPAS Applicants HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Sociology (BSocSc) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of Liberal Studies, a core subject at senior secondary level. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of Sociology, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Upon completion of the Sociology component, students should be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component in the programme, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on Sociology and Education throughout the years. The majors provide good foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that a Liberal Studies teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will gain understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools through several periods of teaching practice. Besides Liberal Studies, students can also learn about the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organisational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme. They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of Sociology |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
For JUPAS Applicants HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
BA (Hons) in English Language & Literature and BEd (Hons) in English Language Teaching is a five-year full-time programme. It provides thorough preparation in two distinct disciplines: English Language and Literature and Education Studies. Students who successfully complete the programme will hold a recognised teaching qualification that meets the Government’s requirements for professional English language teachers.
Objectives and Features |
The objectives of the English Language and Literature Major Programme are necessarily student-centred and designed to educate students who, upon graduation, are:
The objectives of the Education Major are:
This programme has an edge over other similar programmes as it places equal emphasis on English subject knowledge, content knowledge in education, and pedagogical knowledge in English language teaching.
During the five-year programme, students will undertake periods of school experience and supervised teaching practice as well as off-campus learning experiences (such as internship, teaching experience, and overseas exchange).
During the summer preceding Year 3, students will embark upon a 6- to 8-week Overseas Immersion Programme designed to enhance and expand their learning in an English-speaking environment. |
Admission |
Programme-based |
Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of English Language & Literature |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
2. Other Specific Requirements/ Remarks:Good results in English Language, Chinese Language and Liberal Studies and also high choice banding in JUPAS application are preferred.
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in History (BA) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of History, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Students, who have completed the History component successfully, will be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on History and Education throughout the years. The majors provide solid foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that any PSHE subject teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will undertake several periods of school experience and teaching practice. Students will have full understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools. Besides PSHE subjects, students will also learn about the teaching of Liberal Studies.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organizational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme. They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of History |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Geography (BSocSc) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of Geography, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Upon successful completion of the Geography component, students should be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on Geography and Education throughout the years. The majors provide solid foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that any PSHE subject teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will undertake several periods of school experience and teaching practice. Students will have full understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools. Besides PSHE subjects, students will also learn about the teaching of Liberal Studies.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organisational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme. They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of Geography |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
After five years of full-time study, students graduate with a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Sociology (BSocSc) and a Bachelor’s degree with honours in Education (BEd). The BEd degree focuses on the teaching of subjects within the Personal, Social and Humanities Education (PSHE) Key Learning Area. The Double Degree provides a deep knowledge and understanding of Sociology, and at the same time, prepares students to be professionally qualified teachers. This arrangement ensures a close association between the development of subject knowledge and the practice of teaching.
Objectives and Features |
Upon completion of the Sociology component, students should be able to:
Upon successfully completion of the Education component, students should be able to:
The Double Degrees pay equal emphasis on Sociology and Education throughout the years. The majors provide solid foundation for the pedagogical knowledge that any PSHE subject teacher will need. The University’s General Education courses can further broaden students’ horizon. Students can also minor in a third discipline with credit units from elective courses.
During their studies, students will undertake several periods of school experience and teaching practice. Students will have full understanding and appreciation of teachers’ work in Hong Kong schools. Besides PSHE subjects, students will also learn about the teaching of Liberal Studies.
Graduates will hold teaching qualification recognised by the Hong Kong Government. Besides teaching, the programmes also offer an excellent grounding for many career routes which draw on the deep study of a discipline and the organisational, interpersonal and professional skills which are the characteristics of a qualified teacher. |
Admission |
Students who are interested in this programme will be admitted through the Broad-based Admission scheme. They will be provided with a broad-based social sciences training, and theoretical and practical knowledge of educational practices in their first year of study. Before progression to Year 2, students will be assigned to one of the majors by internal application and enroll into one of the following programmes accordingly:
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Duration |
5 years |
Hosting Department(s) |
Jointly hosted by the Department of Education Studies and the Department of Sociology |
Specific Minimum Admission Requirements |
HKDSE applicants via JUPAS must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements of 4 core and 2 elective subjects with:
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Enquiry
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Tel: (852) 3411 5783
Tel: (852) 3411 5127 |
For General University Admission Requirements, please visit the websites of Admissions Office: