Master of Social Sciences in Psychology (Schools and Community Settings)

Non-psychology degree holders, especially educators or other community workers, who wish to embark on a path to professional training and career development in psychology.

*Applicants with a recognised Bachelor’s degree who have not previously completed a course of Introductory Psychology (or equivalent) offered by a recognised university or institution (at undergraduate level or above) must complete this online bridging course before taking other courses in the programme. The credit points earned upon completion of this course will not count towards the total credit points of the programme.
 

The medium of instruction and assessment is English.

Full-time students are expected to complete the programme in 1 year, while part-time students are expected to complete the programme in 2 years. Full-time students will attend 4 classes per week and part-time students will attend 2 classes per week, usually held on weekday evenings and Saturdays at the Tai Po Campus. Classes may be scheduled on weekday evenings, weekends and/or during long holidays at the Tai Po Campus / Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre and/or other locations as decided by the University.

Applicants should hold a recognised Bachelor’s degree and preferably have introductory psychology training at a recognised tertiary institution. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview/ take a test.

Applicants whose entrance qualifications were obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

• IELTS 6.0; or
• Grade C or above in GCSE/ GCE OL English; or
• A TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test); or
• Other equivalent qualifications.

*The results of IELTS/TOEFL provided should be within two years (i.e., for the 2025/26 intake, the IELTS/TOEFL test must be obtained on or after 1 Jan 2023); and

*The results of IELTS/TOEFL should be “taken in test centres” (i.e., tests taken online such as IELTS indicator/IELTS Online and TOEFL Home Editions are NOT accepted).

*Those who pass the initial screening may be required to participate in an interview.

Submission of Supporting Documents for Application

• A copy of graduation certificate and academic transcript (Applicable to graduates);
• A copy of the latest transcript / testimonial (Applicable to final year students);
• English language test report (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) (for applicants whose entrance qualification obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system);
• Other qualifications documents;
• A brief personal statement (Recommended)
  In up to 400 words, please write a brief personal statement. What are your aspirations for personal development, work, or further study after obtaining this English-language, Master's degree in Psychology? Please briefly describe your aspirations, your past relevant experiences (e.g., work experience, community work, past degrees, other relevant experience or non-academic achievement), and how this programme will help you reach those future aspirations.

Tuition Fee: HK$163,440 (Provisional and subject to adjustment)
The tuition fee is HK$4,540 per credit, which is provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable.
(For those required to take the bridging course, the tuition fee is HK$177,060)
Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normal duration (i.e., 1 year for full-time and 2 years for part-time).