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BSocSc Social Work (Features: Social Engagement and Concern for People’s Health and Well-Being / Human Diversities and Sustainability / People-in-Environment Interventions)

Subtitle
社會科學學士(社會工作) (特點: 社會參與及人文關懷–健康與福祉 / 社會多元與持續 / 人在環境的專業介入)
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1113 (JS1113)

Indicative Intake Target

Local Places:

54 (For First-Year and Advanced Standing I Entries; Tentative)*


Non-Local Places  
(For Overall Direct Applications):

Around 400

Normal Duration of Programme
4 years
Major Leader
Prof. YEUNG Wai Keung Jerf
Remarks

* for JUPAS and non-JUPAS admissions

Why BSocSc Social Work?

The Bachelor of Social Sciences in Social Work (BSSSW) programme is a helping professional degree that is accredited by the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) to promote human and community well-being, with a commitment to upholding human dignity, social equality, and diversity. The programme aims to enable students to evaluate and align personal values with the value base of the social work profession, and acquire knowledge, skills, understanding, and practice competence in the profession. Throughout the course of study, students will receive solid foundation training in social sciences and social work related to their professional practice. Prior to integrating classroom learning into real life practice through two fieldwork placements, students will undergo rigorous theoretical and laboratory training in the classroom. With elective courses concentrated on specific target groups and different working approaches, students can develop specializations in specific areas. To enable students with a breadth of knowledge to successfully navigate the challenges of the 21st century, they will also be exposed to multiple disciplines through gateway education (GE) and college-specified courses offered by the University. To cultivate students as ideal graduates who are globally-minded, critical and innovative, and civically-oriented with effective communication skills, this programme encourages students to work alongside faculty members in research and action learning projects, both locally and overseas.

Uniqueness of the programme
The programme integrates a liberal arts perspective to enrich students’ understanding of the person-in-environment context of professional practice, with a critical analysis and assessment of interpersonal, bio-psycho-social, cultural, and environmental factors. By explaining the use of comparative theories to work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities and applying the knowledge and skills of generalist social work practice with systems of all sizes, students can become competent, reflective, and ethical social work practitioners, capable of carrying out well-prepared professional practice for diverse clients and social groups. Upon completing the BSSSW programme, students are qualified to become registered social workers. 

Entrance Requirements
JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1113 BSocSc Social Work
HKDSE SubjectMinimum Level Required
English LanguageLevel 3
Chinese LanguageLevel 3
MathematicsLevel 2
Citizenship and Social DevelopmentAttained
Elective 1Level 3
Elective 2Level 3

Notes:  
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.  
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.  
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

 

Admission Interview:

An admission interview is required for applicants to the Social Work major. Interview priority will be given to applicants who have exhibited promising performance in public examinations and/or extra-curricular activities.  Strong evidence of your personal qualities, community participation and sustained involvement in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities are desirable to support your application.

Direct / Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.

An admission interview is required for applicants to the Social Work major. Interview priority will be given to applicants who have exhibited promising performance in public examinations and/or extra-curricular activities.  Strong evidence of your personal qualities, community participation and sustained involvement in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities are desirable to support your application.

Curriculum Structure

During their first year, students will study a broad range of Gateway Education (GE), College core and Departmental requirement courses. 

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the ‘Undergraduate Catalogue’.

What You Will Be Studying

This major enables students to evaluate and align their personal values with the value base of the social work profession, and to acquire knowledge, skills, understanding and competence in reflective professional practice. Upon successful completion of this major, student should be able to:

  • evaluate and align their personal values with the value base of the profession and its ethical standards and principles, and practise accordingly;
  • integrate the liberal arts perspective that enriches understanding of the person-in-environment context of professional practice with critical analysis and assessment of interpersonal, bio-psycho-social, cultural and environmental factors;
  • explain the use of comparative theories of working with individuals and families, groups, organisations and communities;
  • use communication skills differentially and creatively across client populations, colleagues and communities;
  • apply the knowledge and skills of generalist social work practice with systems of all sizes and integrate new ideas into practice;
  • demonstrate the skills to practice without discrimination, with respect and knowledge of clients’ characteristics, cultural beliefs and contexts;
  • apply critical thinking skills within the context of professional social work practice;
  • describe the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination and apply advocacy and social change strategies that advance social and economic justice;
  • conduct research studies and evaluate and apply research findings to provide creative solutions to practice within the community, with an aim to engage in evidence-based practice; and
  • demonstrate knowledge, understanding and competence in practice through reflection to accomplish discovery and innovation in social work practice.

Based on its learning objectives, this major has the following main components:

  • College Core Courses
  • Social Work Core Courses
  • Social Work Elective Courses
  • Concurrent Practicum

Please refer to the Undergraduate Catalogue for further details on these courses.

Start Your Career Here

Upon graduation, you will have the competence to practise as a professionally qualified social worker in a variety of settings through which human services are delivered (e.g. social services agencies, schools and health care institutions); work in the field of human resources (e.g. customer service and staff training); or pursue further studies in social work or related fields (e.g. psychology and education). You will also be eligible to apply for social work positions as a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in government and non-government organisations.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are qualified to register with the Social Workers Registration Board as Registered Social Workers (RSW).  The qualification is recognised by the majority of societies throughout the world.

Bonus Features
  • 10 full-time undergraduate social work students are awarded HKD 25,000 each under the HSBC Social Work Scholarship Scheme every year.
  • Students with outstanding academic performance can apply for non-local fieldwork placement at other countries/cities, such as United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, etc.
  • Access to a rich array of co-curricular activities, such as student exchanges, summer internships, study tours, volunteer services and other whole person development activities, and the like.
  • Opportunities to work alongside teachers in research and action learning projects locally or overseas.
  • Minor studies in psychology, applied sociology and criminology are offered to students within the Department. Students are also welcome to declare minor studies in disciplines outside the Department.
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BSocSc Psychology [Stream: Wellbeing Enhancement and Care Management (WE-CARE) Programme]

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社會科學學士(心理學) (專修: 康健與關懷管理課程)
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Admission Code

1100 (JS1100)

Indicative Intake Target

Local Places:

10 (For First-Year Entry; Tentative)*


Non-Local Places  
(For Overall Direct Applications):

Around 400

Normal Duration of Programme
4 years
Programme Leader
Prof. CHEN Hui-Fang

Supplementary Information about the Indicative Intake Target

*For JUPAS and non-JUPAS admission.

Why BSocSc Psychology (WE-CARE)?

The Psychology major provides students with comprehensive training in psychology with an emphasis on experimental and research competencies, and prepares students for professional development in human service careers and advanced training in professional psychology and related fields. The WE-CARE Stream is designed to nurture talented students’ international and intercultural competence and provide them with overseas study, research attachment, or internship opportunities in one of the prestigious universities and organizations worldwide, leading to enhanced global competitiveness and future career success in their own professions.

Our programme provides:

  • Strong theoretical & scientific training in psychological studies to equip all graduates essential skills and knowledge to conduct research and to apply learning to daily life
  • Individual research project in the final year to work with a faculty
  • Lab-based training in eye-tracking system, EEG system, tDCS and TMS system
  • Options for either stream of specialization in Health & Development or Mind & Brain    
  • Opportunities for summer local and oversea internships to explore career interests and develop future careers
  • Opportunities for oversea exchanges to enhance cross-cultural understanding
  • Opportunities to work on empirical research under academic staff (e.g., voluntary research schemes)

Global Exposure and Global Vision

  • Students will enroll in ‘Enhancing Cultural Competence in Overseas Study and Work’ in which students will be paired with an international student in year 2 and regularly interact with international scholars and alumni regularly throughout one semester. 
  • Students will join the psychology Internship to strengthen students’ employability in the global job market. 
  • Each student will have at least one semester overseas exchange/research attachment/internship in one of the prestigious universities.

After graduation, students are eligible: 

  • To apply for graduate membership of professional associations in Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS), British Psychological Society (BPS), and American Psychological Association (APA)
  • To pursue advanced training in Master’s or Doctoral level degrees in research & applied psychology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling Psychology, and Industrial & Organizational Psychology in local and oversea universities.
Entrance Requirements
JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1100 BSocSc Psychology (Stream: Wellbeing Enhancement and Care Management (WE-CARE) Programme)
HKDSE SubjectMinimum Level Required
English LanguageLevel 3
Chinese LanguageLevel 3
MathematicsLevel 2
Citizenship and Social DevelopmentAttained
Elective 1Level 3
Elective 2Level 3

Notes:

  • Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.
  • Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.
  • For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

     

Direct / Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.
 

Curriculum Structure

During their first year, students will study a broad range of Gateway Education (GE), College core and Departmental requirement courses. 

From the second year onwards, students are required to complete the WE-CARE Stream core courses (9 credit units) and a group of Stream elective courses (at least 12 credit units) selecting from one of the two streams: Health and Development or Mind and Brain.

Curriculum structure of the normative 4-year degree:

Degree RequirementsWE-CARE Stream
Gateway Education Requirement30 credit units
College / School Requirement6 credit units
Major Requirement

Foundation-year courses: 9 credit units

Core courses: 36 credit units

Stream core courses: 9 credit units

Stream elective courses: 12 credit units

Free Electives / Minor (if applicable)18 credit units
Minimum Number of Credit Units Required120 credit units
What You Will Be Studying

Psychology Core Courses:

? Basic Psychology 
? Basic Psychology II 
? Research Methods for Behavioural Sciences 
? Developmental Psychology 
? Personality and Individual Differences 
? Design and Analysis for Psychological Research I and II 
? Biological Psychology 
? Cognitive Psychology 
? Learning and Behaviour 
? Social Psychology 
? Final-Year Research Project

WE-CARE Stream Core Courses:

? Enhancing Cultural Competence in Overseas Study and Work
? Cultural Psychology 
? Supervised Independent Study and Research
? Psychology Internship 

Stream Electives (Health and Development)*:

? Psychology of Interpersonal Relations 
? Psychology of Childhood and Adolescence 
? Abnormal Psychology 
? Psychology of Ageing 
? Positive Psychology 
? Counselling & Therapeutic Psychology 
? Introduction to Health Psychology 
? Introduction to Educational Psychology  
? Healthcare Policy and Ethics 

Stream Electives (Mind and Brain)*: 

? Multivariate Analysis for Psychological Research 
? Neuropsychology 
? Psychology of Language 
? Cognitive Neuroscience 
? Designing Experiments in Psychology 
? Language and Cognition 

*Note: The list of elective courses offered may vary from year to year.

Start Your Career Here

BSocSc Psychology (WE-CARE) students are equipped with expertise for establishing cross-cultural research skills and global professional networks, thus enhancing their competitiveness in further studies and in the international job market.

Our graduates are particularly suited for people-oriented jobs, such as human resources, public relations, customer services, children and youth services, education and training, counselling and guidance, health-related services, family and community work, etc. Students are also well-prepared for jobs that require strong research skills and competence, critical analysis and communication abilities, such as scientific or applied research, research and development, project management and so on. Students who aspire to practise as professional psychologists will be able to pursue advanced education at the Master's or doctoral level in Hong Kong or overseas with training in pursuing scientific research or applied psychological training such as health, forensic, clinical, educational, counselling and occupational psychology.

Professional Recognition

Graduates who satisfy the requirements stipulated by the Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS) can apply for Graduate Membership of the Society (Note: Graduate Membership of the HKPS is normally regarded as an entrance requirement for advanced training in professional psychology).

Features
  • One-to-One Mentorship
  • Overseas Experiences in Year 3 
  • Stream core courses to strengthen students’ employability in the global job market
  • Stream elective courses, selecting from Health and Development, or Mind and Brain
CityUHK Flagship Scholarships

Students admitted to the 1100/JS1100 BSocSc Psychology (Stream: Wellbeing Enhancement and Care Management (WE-CARE) Programme) may be considered for Flagship Scholarships# by the University.

# Subject to the University’s ongoing review

For more information about the CityUHK Flagship Programmes and the Flagship Scholarships, please visit http://www.jvrhmfr.xyz/pvdp/flagship. 

Flagship Programme

This is one of the CityUHK’s Flagship Programmes, which equip students with essential knowledge and skills, cultivate their global leadership abilities, and connect them with leading professionals. The Flagship Scholarships, which cover tuition and hall fees, a guaranteed berth, and a one-off exchange sponsorship of up to HK$500,000, will be awarded to local JUPAS talents who meet the criteria.

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BSocSc Psychology (Streams: Health and Development / Mind and Brain)

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社會科學學士(心理學) (專修: 健康與人類發展 / 大腦與認知)
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Admission Code

1112 (JS1112)

Indicative Intake Target

Local Places:

16 (For First-Year and Advanced Standing I Entries; Tentative)*


Non-Local Places  
(For Overall Direct Applications):

Around 400

Normal Duration of Programme
4 years
Programme Leader
Prof. CHEN Hui-Fang
Remarks

* for JUPAS and non-JUPAS admissions

Why BSocSc Psychology?

The Psychology major provides students with comprehensive training in psychology with an emphasis on experimental and research competencies, and prepares students for professional development in human service careers and advanced training in professional psychology and related fields.

Our programme provides:

  • Strong theoretical & scientific training in psychological studies to equip all graduates essential skills and knowledge to conduct research and to apply learning to daily life
  • Individual research project in the final year to work with a faculty
  • Lab-based training in eye-tracking system, EEG system, tDCS and TMS system
  • Opportunities for summer local and oversea internships to explore career interests and develop future careers
  • Opportunities for oversea exchanges to enhance cross-cultural understanding
  • Opportunities to work on empirical research under academic staff (e.g., voluntary research schemes)


Within this programme, students can: 

  • Opt for either stream of specialization in Health & Development or Mind & Brain    
  • Apply for obtaining a joint degree with Columbia University for Psychology. Since 2015, 15 psychology students have joined the joint-degree Programme.      


After graduation, students are eligible: 

  • To apply for graduate membership of professional associations in Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS), British Psychological Society (BPS), and American Psychological Association (APA)
  • To pursue advanced training in Master’s or Doctoral level degrees in research & applied psychology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling Psychology, and Industrial & Organizational Psychology in local and oversea universities.
Entrance Requirements
JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1112 BSocSc Psychology
HKDSE SubjectMinimum Level Required
English LanguageLevel 3
Chinese LanguageLevel 3
MathematicsLevel 2
Citizenship and Social DevelopmentAttained
Elective 1Level 3
Elective 2Level 3

Notes:  
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.  
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.  
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.

Direct / Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.

Curriculum Structure

During their first year, students will study a broad range of Gateway Education (GE), College core and Departmental requirement courses. 

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the ‘Undergraduate Catalogue’.

What You Will Be Studying

Core Courses:

? Basic Psychology 
? Basic Psychology II 
? Research Methods for Behavioural Sciences 
? Developmental Psychology 
? Personality and Individual Differences 
? Design and Analysis for Psychological Research I and II 
? Biological Psychology 
? Cognitive Psychology 
? Learning and Behaviour 
? Social Psychology 
? Final-Year Research Project

Electives:

? Psychology of Interpersonal Relations 
? Psychological Testing 
? Psychology of Childhood and Adolescence 
? Multivariate Analysis for Psychological Research 
? Cultural Psychology 
? Neuropsychology 
? Abnormal Psychology 
? Psychology of Ageing 
? Psychology of Language 
? Positive Psychology 
? Cognitive Neuroscience 
? Designing Experiments in Psychology 
? Counselling & Therapeutic Psychology 
? Introduction to Health Psychology 
? Introduction to Educational Psychology 
? Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology 
? Psychology Internship


(Note: The list of elective courses offered may vary from year to year.)

Joint Bachelor's Degree Programme

For details, please click here.

Start Your Career Here

Our graduates are particularly suited for people-oriented jobs, such as human resources, public relations, customer services, children and youth services, education and training, counselling and guidance, health-related services, family and community work, etc. Students are also well-prepared for jobs that require strong research skills and competence, critical analysis and communication abilities, such as scientific or applied research, research and development, project management and so on. Students who aspire to practise as professional psychologists will be able to pursue advanced education at the Master's or doctoral level in Hong Kong or overseas with training in pursuing scientific research or applied psychological training such as health, forensic, clinical, educational, counselling and occupational psychology.

Professional Recognition

Graduates who satisfy the requirements stipulated by the Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS) can apply for Graduate Membership of the Society (Note: Graduate Membership of the HKPS is normally regarded as an entrance requirement for advanced training in professional psychology).

Features
  • Practical learning in psychology laboratories.
  • Opportunities to engage in summer internships in or outside Hong Kong.
  • Individual supervision for the Final Year Project.
  • Interdisciplinary learning in other social sciences, such as sociology, social work, counselling, and criminology.
  • Exchange programmes with overseas universities.
  • Opportunity to study at Columbia University, New York (The Joint Bachelor’s Degree Program)

 

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BSocSc Crime Science (Features: Crime Prevention / Security Practice / Global Policing / Crime Analytics / Cyber and Future Crimes)

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社會科學學士 (犯罪科學) (特點: 犯罪預防 / 安保實務 / 全球警政 / 犯罪分析 / 科網與未來犯罪)
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1111 (JS1111)

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21 (For First-Year and Advanced Standing I Entries; Tentative)*


Non-Local Places  
(For Overall Direct Applications):

Around 400

Normal Duration of Programme
4 years
Programme Leader
Prof. HO Wing Chung

Remarks

* The indicative quota has included JUPAS and non-JUPAS admissions. 

The programme title BSocSc Crime Science is applicable for applicants admitted to the first year (programme code: 1111/JS1111) only. 

Why BSocSc Crime Science?

Crime Science is an interdisciplinary approach for developing practical solutions to real world crime problems. This programme aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of this approach, including the use of scientific theories, methods and strategies for preventing crime. With a specific focus on safeguarding the public and upholding Hong Kong's reputation as one of the safest cities globally, this programme offers students the opportunity to contribute to societal progress through innovative approaches. The programme considers the prevention of many forms of both small-scale and transnational organised criminal activity – ranging from residential burglaries to cybercrime. It is ideally suited for practical-minded students with a passion for discovery and a commitment to utilizing scientific analytical methods to benefit society and promote social development. 

This is the only UGC-funded undergraduate programme in Hong Kong to provide comprehensive training in the discipline of Crime Science.

Entrance Requirements
JUPAS Applicants

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

JS1111 BSocSc Crime Science
HKDSE SubjectMinimum Level Required
English LanguageLevel 3
Chinese LanguageLevel 3
MathematicsLevel 2
Citizenship and Social DevelopmentAttained
Elective 1Level 3
Elective 2Level 3

Notes:  

  • Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.  
  • Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.  
  • For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.
Direct / Non-JUPAS Applicants

Direct/Non-JUPAS Applicants Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.

Curriculum Structure

During their first year, students will study a broad range of Gateway Education (GE), College core and Departmental requirement courses.  

Curriculum structure of the normative 4-year degree:

Degree RequirementsNo. of Credit Units
Gateway Education Requirement30 credit units
College / School Requirement6 credit units
Major Requirement

Foundation-year courses: 9 credit units

Major core courses: 39 credit units

Elective courses: 9 credit units

Free Electives / Minor (if applicable)27 credit units
Minimum Number of Credit Units Required120 credit units

 

 

What You Will Be Studying

Upon successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:        

  • describe a range of key concepts, theories and professional values in Crime Science and understand how it differs from traditional criminology;
  • identify and critique the underlying assumptions of and devise interventions against criminal issues with a particular interest in different types of informal and formal problem-solving strategies in society;
  • apply qualitative and quantitative research methods and use different scientific perspectives for explaining crimes in society;
  • evaluate the applicability of crime-scientific theories in practice and develop innovative ideas for preventing crimes and creative ways of reducing re-offending in society with a focus on the local context;
  • evaluate the function and operation of social institutions and law enforcement agencies in the criminal justice system;
  • conduct scientific research independently; analyse the impacts of social, technological, and environmental changes on individuals and society; present research findings clearly and systematically to the public; and provide creative suggestions and/or solutions for preventing crimes in society; and
  • design programmes, generate alternatives, invent ideas, and construct cost-effective means for sustaining social order and safety.
Start Your Career Here

Students will have a broadened exposure to theories and analytical skills training in Crime Science – which specifically engages with devising practical approaches for solving real-world problems. This broad and practical knowledge base will strengthen the employability of graduates. Sample areas of employment for our graduates include positions in law enforcement agencies (e.g. Hong Kong Police Force, Correctional Services Department, Customs and Excise Department, Immigration Department, and Fire Services), schools and universities, non-governmental organisations, security or risk management departments in private companies, research institutes and marketing research firms, media industries, and public relations firms.

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