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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Special Education

Special Features

Specialist teaching staff in areas such as developmental and learning disabilities, special needs, support services, counselling, and social work, offer students an immersive learning experience in special education

Special Features

A firm academic grounding in special education – a multitude of courses that weave together the cognitive, physical, and social aspects of special education

Special Features

An interdisciplinary approach to curriculum design, responsive to both developmental and learning needs in personal, school, and community contexts

Special Features

Professional preparation through practicum in real work settings and final year project on selected topics with resources for hands-on training

Special Features

International exposure and networking opportunities in the Greater Bay Area

Special Features

Opportunities to attend subsidised certificated courses related to special education

Domain Credit Points (cps)
Major* 54
Final Year Project 6
General Education 22
Language Enhancement 9

Electives
(including Second Major or Minors)

 30
Total 121

* Mandatory Greater Bay Area activities in course(s) are required

Domain Credit Points (cps)
Major* 33
Final Year Project 6
General Education 6

Electives
(including Minor)

 15
Total 60

* Mandatory Greater Bay Area activities in course(s) are required

The programme will mainly be conducted in English.


Remarks: The BA(SE) programme helps students pursue careers related to education and human services. Completion of the Programme will not lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Hong Kong. Upon graduation, students interested in pursuing professional teacher training may apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) or programmes granting a QTS.

Possible career opportunities are available in schools, government and non-governmental organizations:

  • Special Education Coordinator/Facilitator
  • Project Officer, Liaison Officer or Community Support Officer
  • Executive Officer or Equal Opportunities Officer
  • Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor or Project Coordinator

JUPAS Entrance Requirements

Non-JUPAS (Local Applicants) Entrance Requirements

Senior Year Admissions Entrance Requirements

International Qualifications Entrance Requirements

内地应届高考生入学条件

Tuition Fee (per annum) 

For local students: HK$44,500 (2025/26), HK$47,000 (2026/27), HK$49,500 (2027/28)

For non-local students: HK$167,000 (2025/26)

(provisional and subject to adjustment)