Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Science and Coaching

Part A: Admissions Requirement

  1. What are the General Entrance Requirements for the BSc(SPSC) programme?
    JUPAS applicants are normally required to possess the following qualifications:
    .Level 3 or above in Chinese Language
    .Level 3 or above in English Language
    .Level 2 or above in Mathematics (Compulsory Part)
    .Attained result in Citizenship and Social Development
    .Level 2 or above in two elective subjects
     
    Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.
     
    Senior-year entry applicants are normally required to possess the following qualification:
    .Having an Associate Degree in related disciplines from any recognized institutions; or
    .Having a Higher Diploma in related disciplines from any recognized institutions
     
    Applicants who possess equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.
     
    Besides, applicants should also demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in both the Chinese and English languages, unless exempted by the University. For more details, please visit this website.
     
     
  2. Can IELTS results be used to meet the English Language requirement?
    For JUPAS applicants, the University ONLY accepts the results in HKDSE English Language.
    For Non-JUPAS applicants, the University accepts IELTS results. For more details, please visit this website.
     
     
  3. Does the University consider “combined results” of the HKDSE examination in the selection process?
    Yes, the University accepts combined sittings in the HKDSE examination. For the purpose of ranking applicants for admission, all recognized public examination results are considered. If an applicant has taken the examination in a subject more than once, only the best result for that subject will be counted. There is no penalty on repeaters.
     
     
  4. Does BSc(SPSC) programme provide senior year admissions?
    Yes. BSc(SPSC) programme does provide senior year admissions.
     
     
  5. How can I apply for the BSc(SPSC) programme if I am a non-local applicant?
    In accordance with the HKSAR Government's policy, all non-local applicants, regardless of whether they possess HKDSE examination results, MUST apply for admissions via the non-JUPAS route, and NOT via JUPAS.
     
     
  6. What is the definition of local and non-local students?
    Definition of local and non-local applicants is listed here. To make direct enquiries on the definition of non-local students and/or the exclusion policy please contact the EDB at (852) 2804 6499 or via email (edbinfo@edb.gov.hk).

Part B: Interview

  1. I am applying for the BSc(SPSC) programme as a JUPAS/Non-JUPAS applicant. Do I need to attend admissions interview?
    Yes, you are required to attend an admissions interview. Applicants who do not turn up for the interviews will not be considered for admissions.
     
     
  2. What are the selection criteria for the admissions interview? When will the admissions interview be conducted?
    For JUPAS applicants, we will select applicants for the admissions interview by considering their band choices, HKDSE examination results, information on the OEA (Other Experiences and Achievements in Competition / Activities) form and SRR (School Reference Report) etc. Please click here for the details of the interview arrangements.
     
    For Non-JUPAS applicants, we will select applicants for the admissions interview by considering their AD/HD programmes, cGPA, English and Chinese Language proficiency and sports achievements etc.

     
     
  3. What are the fomat of the admissions interview?
    Every shortlisted candidate will be interviewed individually in English and/or Cantonese.
     
     
  4. How can I prepare for my interview?
    Applicants are recommended to:
    .Make a comprehensive study/research on the curriculum and the career paths of BSc(SPSC) programme;
    .Get yourself familiar with the programme, the University, the sports news of Hong Kong and the world, and the latest developments of the sports that you are interested in; and
    .Do more mock interviews.
     
     
  5. How do I know if I have been shortlisted for an admissions interview?
    Shortlisted applicants for admissions interviews will receive relevant details by email and/or SMS. Applicants who do not turn up for the admissions interviews will not be considered.
If you have more questions about the admission and the programme, please contact:
Admission Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2948 6886
Email: admission@eduhk.hk
Programme Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2948 8754
Email: khlui@eduhk.hk

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Science and Coaching and Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Physical Education)

Admission Requirement

  1. Will I be eligible to apply for the DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme if I did not take the subject of Physical Education (PE) in HKDSE?
    Yes. Any applicants who are interested in teaching Physical Education can apply for the DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme, even if he/she did not take PE in HKDSE .
     
     
  2. What is the average JUPAS admission score for DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE)?
    The average admission score of the best five subjects for BEd(PE) (2024 entry) is around 21 and 22. Please visit EdUHK website at https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/jupas_scores for more information.
     
     
  3. Are there any score multipliers for a certain HKDSE subject?
    The HKDSE subject of Physical Education (PE) will have a heavier subject weighting (x1.5) for admission score calculation.
     
     
  4. Will I be admitted into the DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme if I obtained 332A22 in HKDSE and had a good interview performance?
    Applicants who meet the University's General Entrance Requirements for bachelor’s degree programme (please refer to https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/jupas for details) and do well in interview would have a chance to be admitted into the programme.
      
     
  5. Is it necessary for applicants to place the DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme as a Band A choice in JUPAS to be selected for admission interview?
    Yes. Only applicants who meet the University's General Entrance Requirements for bachelor’s degree programme, with DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) as their Band A choice in JUPAS, will have the opportunity to be selected for interview.
     
     
  6. What are the number of JUPAS applicants and the intake quota per year for DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme?
    In 2024, there were around 2,700 JUPAS applicants for the BEd(PE) programme and the intake quota was around 30-32.

Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme

  1. How many years of sports experience should applicants possess to be eligible for the Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme?
    There is no specific requirement for the number of years of sports experience. Applicants should make their own judgement and submit relevant supporting documents. The number of supporting documents varies depending on applicants’ sports experience.
     
     
  2. Is the Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme available for Non-JUPAS admission route?
    No. Non-JUPAS applicants would be assessed by their relevant experience in the major subject, results of associate degree/higher diploma (if applicable) and interview performance.
     
     
  3. What is the difference between the Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme and the School Principal's Nominations Scheme? Can I be nominated in both schemes?
    Applicants could nominate themselves for the Self- Nomination Admissions Scheme, while the nominees of School Principal's Nominations Scheme are recommended by school principals. Applicantss could be nominated for both schemes.
     
     
  4. What are the application procedures for the Self-Nomination Admission Scheme?
    Applicants are required to complete all online application procedures, including uploading 1) the proofs of the achievements in sports; 2) a personal statement; and 3) recommendation letters from relevant clubs/associations/schools. For details, please visit https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/selfnom.
     
     
  5. Are the applicants of Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme required to attend interview(s)?
    Yes, selected applicants will be invited for interview(s).
     
     
  6. What are the admission criteria for the Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme?
    For DD-BSc(SPSC)&BEd(PE) programme, the EdUHK Self-Nomination Admissions Scheme is designed for JUPAS applicants with exceptional potential and outstanding talent in sports. Students with excellent performance in the interview(s) will be given a conditional offer, to allow them to be admitted if they meet the General Entrance Requirements (332A22). Please visit https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/selfnom for details.

Interview

  1. How will the Physical Fitness Test be conducted in the interview? What are the tests?
    In general, the Physical Fitness Test consists of 4 parts, including:
    i) 1-minute Sit-ups;
    ii) Pull-ups (Male) or Flexed Arm Hang (Female);
    iii) Sit & Reach; and
    iv) Swimming Test (25 metres front crawl and 25 meters breaststroke).

    Please click here for the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire and scoring standard of each item.
     
  2. Does the admission interview include only the Physical Fitness Test?
    No. The admission interview includes a group interview, a written exam and the Physical Fitness Test.
     
     
  3. Will the interview be conducted in Chinese?
    The interview will be conducted in both Chinese and English.
     
     
  4. Is it necessary to pass the interview for admission?
    Yes.
If you have more questions about the admission and the programme, please contact:
Admission Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2948 6886
Email: admission@eduhk.hk
Programme Enquiries:
Tel: 2948 6812
Email: chingyat@eduhk.hk

Bachelor of Health Education (Honours)

What are the entrance requirements for the Top-up Degree of Bachelor of Health Education (Honours) (BHE)?

To be eligible for admission, applicants should:
 
  • have obtained a Higher Diploma or Associate Degree in health/health-related disciplines or equivalent; or\
  • be registered teachers in kindergartens, primary, secondary or special schools; registered social workers; or registered nurse / enrolled nurse obtained a Higher Diploma; or
  • have obtained a Certificate in Education, Certificate of the Teachers of Children with Special Educational Needs or equivalent; and
  • be fluent in both written and spoken English.

Please also refer to http://www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/top_up/BHE.htm for more details.

When and where can I apply to the programme?

The BHE programme is now open for applications for the 2022/23 academic year, you may apply to our programme through the on-line system (www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/online).

What is the career prospect or articulation pathway after completion of the programme?

BHE graduates will be qualified for work as health promotion officers in elderly centers, as community health educators, as wellness coordinators in outpatient departments/clinics, etc.  Graduates of the programme will also have the opportunity to do postgraduate study at the University through a variety of Master's programmes. The University also offers Doctor of Education programme and PhD programme for doctoral study in the relevant specialty.

Will I get Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) after the completion of the programme?

The BHE programme will not lead to a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). However, graduates can proceed to study the Postgraduate Diploma in Education Programme (PGDE) that offered by EdUHK in order to obtain the QTS qualification.

Can I become a practicing nurse in Hong Kong by studying the Bachelor of Health Education (BHE) programme?

This programme will not enable a graduate to become a practicing nurse in Hong Kong. However, graduates of the programme will have a wide range of employment opportunities, and will be able to compete for high-level positions.
If you have more questions about the admission and the programme, please contact:
Admission Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2948 6886
Email: admission@eduhk.hk
Programme Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2948 7679
Email: llhlo@eduhk.hk

Postgraduate Diploma in Education Programmes

Please refer to PGDE website: http://www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/pgde/faqs.htm
 

Professional Development Programmes

Please refer to PDP website: http://www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/pdp/FAQs.htm

谢采扬博士

副教授及署理系主任
Research interests:
Andy’s primary research interest lies on the motor learning and impact of physical activity on psychological, cognitive and physical well-being in children with autism spectrum disorder.  He is also interested in motor development and the effect of free-play on overall quality of life in typically developing children. He recently initiates a new research project on the investigation of free-play participation among school-aged children. His research goal is to propose a lighthouse parenting strategy as a reasonable approach to build success among children.

梁家文博士

副教授及副系主任(研究与发展)
Qualifications
B.Sci.(University of Hong Kong); M.Soc.Sci. (Hong Kong Baptist University);
MSci. (Boise State University); Ph.D. (Hong Kong Baptist University)
 
Areas of Teaching
Volleyball; Sport management; teaching and coaching in Physical Education
 
Research Interests
Older adult, children, environmental correlates to physical activity (especially walking),
light volleyball, sitting light volleyball (adapted physical activity), Esports, Physical activity promotion, physical activity measurement

周志清博士

助理教授及副系主任(学习与教学)
Research interests:
Sports recovery;
Postural control and sports;
Rugby Science;
Sports training invention;
Technology in Physical Education;
Generic skills and sports participation

郑相德教授

心理及老年学讲座教授
Research interests:
• Successful aging
• Elderly depression and suicide
• Dementia caregivers
• Social network
• Activity therapy

周鸿奇教授

健康与运动科学讲座教授
Research interests: 
Movement Analysis, Biomechanics, Ergonomics, Sports Health, Christian Education

孙风华博士

副教授
Research interests:
• Nutritional and metabolic aspects of exercise
• Exercise, nutrition and body weight control
• Physical activity, nutrition and health promotion

钟明恩博士

助理教授
Research interests:
• Eating behaviour modification,
• Teledietetics,
• Nutrition education and knowledge transfer,
• Physical fitness assessment in the community,
• Glycemic index,
• Exergaming for health

柯培丽博士

助理教授
Research interests:
Infection control, Healthcare quality, school health, eLearning

王灵宇博士

助理教授
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) in Music, University of Cambridge, UK
MA in Education (Psychology), Institute of Education, University of London, UK
PhD in Education, University of Cambridge, UK
 
Other Qualifications:
Training of Trainers Certificate in Advanced Community Music Leadership, Musicians without Borders, The Netherlands
Mental Health First Aid Instructor (2022-2023)
 
Areas of Teaching:
School mental health education and promotion; Healthy aging; Music, health, and wellbeing; Qualitative and mixed research methods
 
Research Interests:
Music for well-being; Music therapy research; Mental health education and promotion

黄茗瑜博士

助理教授
Qualifications:
BA (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University); MSc (University of Edinburgh)
MSc (University of Glasgow); Ph.D (Hong Kong Baptist University)

Areas of Teaching:
Swimming, Sport Psychology and Mental Preparation, Sports Coaching, Research Methods

Research Interests:
Youths, Older adults, Kindergarteners, Athletes, Self-care and Physical Activity, Self-compassion, Positive Psychology in Education and Coaching

郑晨博士

助理教授
Qualification
Ph.D. (Education), The Chinese University of Hong Kong
M.Sc. (Exercise Science), The Chinese University of Hong Kong
B.Ed. (Sports Science), Beijing Sport University

Area of Teaching
Physical Activity for Health; Physical Activity, Health and Fitness in School Populations; Research Methods

Research Interest
Exercise Physiology
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior

甘伟强博士

首席讲师
研究领域:
关于体育运动教育的社会文化研究,体育教育的课程及教学研究,体育老师的专业发展,体能活动,健体及健康推广,户外历奇教育

陈靖逸先生

高级讲师 I
Qualifications
Master of Education, The University of Hong Kong
Master of Exercise Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Education (Hons.), The Hong Kong Institute of Education
 
Areas of Teaching
Sports and Exercise for Special Populations, Teaching Physical Education to Students with Special Needs, Theory and Practice of Team Ball Games, Theory and Practice of Racquet Games, Current Issues and controversies in Hong Kong School Physical Education
 
Research Interests
Adapted Physical Education, Physical Fitness of Person with Special Needs

郭宝萍女士

高级讲师 I
Qualifications:
M.Sc. (Nutrition, Food Science and Technology), CUHK
MSoc.Sc. (Psychology of Education-Credit), CityUHK
Certificate Course on Student Guidance and Discipline for Teachers of Secondary Schools (Distinction), CUHK
BEd. (Secondary Education), OUHK
BA (Work-based Learning Studies), Middlesex University, UK
ACTE (Home Management – Distinction), The Hong Kong Institute of Education
Teacher Certificate (Home Economics), Northcote College of Education

Areas of Teaching:
Curriculum Planning and Pedagogy in Home Economics/ Technology and Living Education, Theory and Practice of Culinary Skills and Needlework Skills, STEM Education in Secondary School Settings.

Research Interests:
Food and Nutrition, Students with Special Educational Needs

雷雄德博士, MH

高级讲师 I
Qualifications
Graduate Certificate in Sports & Recreation Management: Victoria University of Technology, Australia.
Doctor of Physical Education: Springfield College, USA.
Master of Science: Springfield College, USA.
Bachelor of Science (Summa Cum Lauda): Springfield College, USA.
Advanced Teacher Certificate in Education (Physical Education): Grantham College of Education, Hong Kong.
Teacher Certificate: Northcote College of Education, Hong Kong.

Research Interests
Pediatric Exercise Science; Physical Activity; Outdoor Sports and Wilderness Experience

何亦桥先生

高级讲师 II
Qualifications:
Master of Art (School Improvement and leadership), The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Education (Hons.), The Hong Kong Institute of Education

Areas of Teaching:
PES1272 Introduction to Practical and Theoretical Considerations in Sports Coaching
PES2164 Theory and Practice of Individual Physical Activities
PES2174 Theory and Practice of Team Ball Games
PES3172 Fundamental Movement for Junior Primary School
PES3178 Theory and Practice of Lifelong Physical Activities
PES3280 Pedagogy and Practice in Sports Coaching
PES4292 Internship

Research Interests:
Fundamental Movement
Handball
Learning and Teaching Strategies in Physical Education
Motor Learning
Sports Training
Sports Coaching
Technology in Physical Education

王莎女士

讲师 I
资历:
教育学士(北体大); 教育硕士. (北体大)
 
教授科目:
体操, 健康舞, 舞蹈及太极
 
研究领域:
体操及健康舞

黄凯伟博士

讲师 I
Qualifications:
Ed.D. (Physical Education and Sports Science), EdUHK
M.Sc. (Sports Medicine and Health Science), CUHK
B.Ed. (Hons.) (Physical Education), HKIEd

Areas of Teaching:
Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education, Sports Injury and Prevention, Human Anatomy, Sports Performance Analysis

Research Interests:
Motor Learning and Control, Teaching Pedagogy, Rasch Measurement, Educational Assessment

陈枷彣女士

讲师 II
Qualifications:
  • MSocSc (Psychology) (Schools and Community Settings) (EdUHK)
  • Bachelor of Health Education (Hons) (EdUHK)
  • Certificate of Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (Level Two) (HKSSEP)

Areas of teaching:
Physical Fitness Education, Child and Adolescent Health Education
 
Research interests:
Physical health & mental health, karate-do

Others:
  • Member of the Hong Kong Psychological Society
  • Councillor of the Hong Kong Blind Sports Federation

邵嘉文先生

讲师II
Qualifications:
MSocSc (Sport and Leisure Management), HKBU

Area of Teaching:
Theory and Practice of Racquet Games, Analysis of Teaching and Coaching in Physical Education

Research Intertest:
Badminton, Sports Management

Dr LI Chung

Status and Qualifications:
Justice of Peace of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Adjunct Professor, Department of Health and Physical Education
The Education University of Hong Kong
(since 2015)

Appointment Period:
1 October 2021 to 30 September 2025

Ms CHING Tai Yin Patricia

Status and Qualifications:
Senior Nurse Adviser of Infection Control,
Hong Kong Baptist Hospital

Appointment Period:
1 January 2023 to 31 December 2024

Dr CHOW Pui Yu Lina

Status and Qualifications:
PhD, MEd in Teacher Education
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Department of Health and Physical Education
The Education University of Hong Kong
(since 2015)

Appointment Period:
1 January 2023 to 31 December 2024

Dr CRUZ Alberto

Status and Qualifications:
Doctor of Education
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Department of Health and Physical Education
The Education University of Hong Kong
(since 2018)

Appointment Period:
1 January 2023 to 31 December 2024