Social Sciences

The Programme is designed to accomplish the following objectives:

1. to provide students with a critical understanding of contemporary China from political, historical, economic, geographical and sociological perspectives;
2. to sharpen students’ awareness of the complex relationships of historical, economic, geographical, political, and sociological factors in China through a multidisciplinary approach; and
3. to enhance students’ understanding of the processes of change which will shape future relationship between Hong Kong, the rest of China, and the World.

Academic Qualification

Applicants:

1. should hold a bachelor’s degree, or qualification of equivalent standard from another university or comparable institution;
2. with a background in social sciences and/or humanities will be given preference.

Language Proficiency Requirement

Applicants should meet the English proficiency requirement. Applicants should have a degree from a university in Hong Kong or an English-speaking country; or submit one of the following original score reports/certificates for assessment:

1. TOEFL (minimum score: 550 (paper-based); 79 (internet-based); or
2. IELTS (academic): band score of 6.5 or above; or
3. College English Test (CET 6): 450 or above

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

The Government offers financial assistance in the form of non-means-tested loan to all students.  The beneficiaries are expected to repay their loans within a specified period after graduation.  
Scholarships are bestowed upon selected recipients including new students on the basis of academic merits and other criteria stipulated by the donors.