Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Psychology - Full-time 4 Years

• Evaluates major concepts, theories and empirical findings in psychology

• Applies psychological knowledge and skills to examine personal, social, organisational, and societal issues

• Applies appropriate research methods to study human behaviours
  

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• Eligible graduates can apply for membership in the Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS)*

*Please refer to the membership requirements on the HKPS website.

Career Prospects

• Graduates are able to pursue a wide range of careers, including Assistant to Clinical Psychologist, Civil Servant, Research Assistant at universities, Management Trainee, Marketing Executive, Human Resources Officer, and Teaching Assistant.

Further Study Opportunities

• Graduates are able to pursue a wide range of higher degrees relevant with professional psychology practice, including master degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, counseling, counseling psychology, occupational therapy, audiology, speech and hearing therapy, and social work. They are also able to pursue research higher degrees in psychology including MPhil and Ph.D

The programme of study consists of at least 120 credits. All students are also required to complete 300 hours of Work-Integrated Education component.

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For HKDSE qualification holders:

• Level 3 in Chinese Language and English Language;
• Level 2 in Mathematics;
• “Attained” level in Citizenship and Social Development; and
• Level 2 or “Attained” level in one elective.

For holders of other qualifications:  

• The equivalents of the above requirements.

For those who do not possess the above-mentioned qualifications but have reached the age of 25 before 1 September in the admission year, they may apply as “mature” applicants. They must demonstrate sufficient motivation, knowledge and potential to indicate a high probability of being able to complete the programme successfully.