Full-time

Note:
(1) Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre / Sports Centre as decided by the University.
(2) Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and/or other parts of Mainland China. Programme may also require students to participate in other non-local learning experience for completion of the programme. While the visits are heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute part of the estimated cost of the visits ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the visits for students admitted to the 2024/25 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the visits as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.
(3) Students admitted into this programme are required to join a compulsory overseas residential field study and contribute at least 18% of the estimated cost of the trip in order to complete the programme.
(4) Starting from the 2024/25 cohort, students admitted to the full-time Bachelor of Education and Double Degree programmes are required to fulfil the “Exit Requirements for Teachers’ Professional Conduct and Ethics”, which consists of three components: 1) Fulfilment of assessment requirements of Field Experience; 2) Satisfactory completion of two required courses related to Teachers’ Professional Conduct and Ethics; 3) Fulfilment of relevant co-curricular requirement.

Major

The Geography Major is aligned with the existing geography curriculum of secondary education, which integrates the robust pedagogical training into the solid geographical content. The Major equips students with essential skills in geography teaching, such as Geographic Information System (GIS) and field work, which will enhance graduates’ ability in guiding field trips and applying the GIS in their teaching career. Major courses cover both physical and human geography topics that allow students to have a balanced geographical knowledge for teaching geography in senior and junior forms at secondary schools effectively.

The Cross-Faculty Core Course (CFCC) will comprise 3 individual components with 1 credit point each and separately assessed with the aim to widen students’ horizon and look beyond Hong Kong. In Component I, lectures with topics related to Basic Law / National Security will be arranged; in Component II, students will have the opportunities to undertake visits in Greater Bay Area; in Component III, a variety of themes which are linked to the University’s development niche areas will be offered by Faculties.

Education Studies

Education Studies gives students the chance to study teaching and learning from an interdisciplinary perspective. Students will study early childhood/school education from psychological, sociological, philosophical, pedagogical and other perspectives. Students will develop a range of skills necessary for professional practice, such as problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, communication, social interaction, ethical decision making and global perspectives. Education Studies helps students appreciate the importance of professional excellence, ethical responsibility and innovation to the role of a teacher. We aim for our graduates to become beginning teachers who are caring and competent, intellectually enthusiastic, socially committed, and globally aware.

General Education

The EdUHK’s General Education programme prepares students to be active agents of change, by broadening their intellectual horizons, helping them make connections among different areas of knowledge and between their formal studies and life outside the classroom, and strengthening their capacity for sound thinking and good judgement. It offers a varied but balanced mix of individual courses across a range of subject areas and disciplines, set within an integrated structure of (i) General Education Foundation Course, (ii) General Education Breadth Courses, (iii) Experiential Learning, and (iv) University ePortfolio with a total of 22 credit points (cps).

1. General Education Foundation Course (4 cps)
   General Education Foundation Course (GEFC) is a 4-cp course that will run for the whole academic year, and be taken by all first-year students at EdUHK. This course will equip students with the diverse knowledge-bases and skills for their intellectual and professional development in local, national and global contexts. In Semester 1, there will be a series of lectures and/or workshops on selected themes and topics (e.g. University life planning, research and inquiry, financial economy, Basic Law and national security etc.,). In Semester 2, students will be introduced to a wide variety of themes and issues in general education (e.g. language, well-being, entrepreneurship, conservation, professionalism and professional ethics etc.,) by taking part in the lectures delivered by Chair Professors / Professors and external Guest Lecturers. These lectures are substantiated by small class tutorials for building communities of dialogue and inquiry that foster the intellectual growth of students as reflective thinkers deliberating issues of importance to their own lives, society and the world as a whole.
   In addition to the face-to-face lectures, video lectures will be arranged as appropriate to allow students to learn flexibly at their own pace. As a unique feature of the course, e-Learning assessments and a reflective entry of their learning experiences will be submitted by students after lectures and become an important part of the e-Portfolio. The online learning activities and tasks will encourage students to reflect and think critically on various themes and issues based on learning artefacts and experiences, thereby, charting the paths for their personal, intellectual and professional developments.
   
   
2. General Education Breadth Courses (9 cps)
   The General Education Breadth Courses (GEBCs) (9 cps) are composed of General Education Learning Strand (New Six Arts (2+1 cps)) Course, Positive and Values Education (PAVE) Course (3 cps) and General Education Interdisciplinary Course (GEIC) (3 cps). Students have to take one from each of the components in order to fulfill the GEBCs requirement.
   Students are allowed to take GELS (New Six Arts Course(s)) and/or PAVE Course(s) after the completion of GEFC or concurrently with GEFC in Year 1 Semester 2 if they are interested and their curriculum schedules allow. After the completion of any GELS (New Six Arts)/PAVE Course, students are allowed to take the GEIC (Level 4) from Year 2 Semester 2 to Year 3 Semester 1, in order to enable them to appreciate the complexity of issues and problems that transcend disciplinary boundaries and to make sense of them through dialogues across disciplines.
   
   
3. Experiential Learning (6 cps)
   Experiential Learning (EL) consists of Co-curricular and Service Learning Course (CSLC) and Experiential Learning Course (ELC). CSLC provides students with an opportunity to engage in learning in action and through action in real-life or work-place context while complementing, connecting with, and mirroring their learning experiences derived from formal curriculum. On the other hand, ELC encourages students to learn through experimentation, observation, reflection and (re-)conceptualization while undertaking a wide variety of activities, such as creative work, student-initiated enterprise/projects, thematic overseas trips, outward-bound training, etc.
   Students are required to take at least one CSLC and one ELC starting from Year 1 (3 cps each). Courses in EL domain can be taken in parallel with Block Practice (BP) I and II (i.e. Field Experience and Experiential Learning Semesters). If that is the case, students need to ensure the course schedule does not clash with BP (students should check the information listed under the course outline and explore the feasibility with course tutors at the beginning of the semester). Students are encouraged to complete courses in EL domain before semester 1 of final year as they will be engaged in BP II and data collection/field work of Final Year Project in this Semester. Careful academic planning on personal basis is needed.
   
   
4. University ePortfolio (3 cps)
   University ePortfolio is a 3-cp “capstone” course which requires students, when they are approaching the end of their undergraduate studies, to reflect critically on their learning experience within General Education in their disciplinary, professional and co-curricular studies, as well as in their lives beyond graduation, and, to develop an integrated view of how and where they position themselves with respect to their future goals, plans, and aspirations. Students will prepare and submit an annotated University ePortfolio based on their experiences, reflections and stored artefacts from their undergraduate studies. Students are encouraged to keep electronic (soft) copies of all their coursework material starting with the completion of the GEFC for potential inclusion in the University ePortfolio.
   The course will enable students to synthesise their learning experiences, by reflecting critically on the value and significance of what they have learned, making connections to their lives, and imagining their own futures.
   Students are allowed to take the University ePortfolio course after completion of all the GEBCs required (i.e. GELS (New Six Arts), PAVE, GEIC). Also, they have to take the course in the semester of study assigned by individual programmes.

For detailed information and the course synopsis about General Education courses, please visit the website at www.eduhk.hk/geo.

Final Year Project (Honours Project / Capstone Project)

The Final Year Project comprises of two courses:

• Honours Project I / Capstone Project I: Research Methods and Proposal

• Honours Project II / Capstone Project II: A one-year project usually to be conducted in the final year.

Electives

Students can choose either one of the following options:

1. Free electives
2. 1 Minor plus electives
3. 2 Minors
4. Second Major

Field Experience

Students will be placed in schools which are important sites for learning to teach and where they will interpret, generate, interact and experiment with theory:

Block Practice will be conducted in local schools where the medium of instruction may vary depending on the policy of the schools. Students should be able to demonstrate a proficient level of Cantonese / English / Putonghua (for Chinese Language teaching in some schools) to conduct Block Practice.

Students should observe the University’s  General Code of Student Conduct and the professional conduct and behavior required of teachers. Placement schools and/or invited educators from local schools will observe students’ performance during block practices and exit panel interviews, and their feedback will be considered in determining the final result of the students’ field experience.* 

* subject to approval

Note: The University will ask students of our full-time teacher education programmes (e.g. Bachelor of Education programmes) to declare whether they have been convicted of or are being prosecuted for any sex-related offence in Hong Kong or elsewhere, and to provide relevant details prior to undertaking teaching practice. Such information may be released to their placement schools. The University reserves the right not to allow these students to attend the block teaching practice. If so, they won't be able to meet the graduation requirements of the programmes.

Language Enhancement

From September 2012-13, FT BEd non-language-major students will be required to meet Language Exit Requirements (LERs) for English and Putonghua. The exit benchmarks are IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) for English, and PSC (Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi) 3B for Putonghua. Students are required to study a comprehensive package of English, Chinese and Putonghua enhancement courses.

English Enhancement Programme (EEP) consists of two credit-bearing and two non-credit-bearing courses from Year 1 to Year 3. The four mandatory courses aim to equip students with academic literacy essential to their study at tertiary level and help them develop general English language proficiency. They will also lay the foundation for students to learn English independently in subsequent years through participation in self-access learning activities, blended learning, and optional language enhancement courses appropriate to their level and developmental needs. Optional IELTS preparation workshops will also be offered to familiarize students with the EdUHK-sponsored IELTS after they have completed the EEP.

Chinese Enhancement Programme (CEP) consists of one mandatory credit-bearing course and two mandatory non-credit-bearing courses, which provide students with the input on Chinese language skills as well as elements of literature and culture.

Students may be exempted from selected Chinese course in the package if they have fulfilled the exemption criteria of individual course.

Putonghua Enhancement Programme (PEP) Students need to take two mandatory non-credit-bearing courses if they have not fulfilled the exemption criteria via the Tertiary Putonghua Test (TPT) or PSC. They could opt for other non-credit-bearing courses in year two.

Cantonese Enhancement Courses (For non-Cantonese-speaking Chinese students) Non-Cantonese-speaking Chinese students will be required to study two non-credit-bearing Cantonese courses. The successful completion of the Cantonese courses will be recorded in the student's transcript.

For Cantonese, Putonghua and English, language consultation services and other self-access materials are provided at ASLLC, the self-access language learning centre (these arrangements are subject to changes).

#To take Geography as Second Major, students can choose any 10 courses.
* Pedagogy for Major course under Education Studies

Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

EdUHK is one of the teacher education providers in Hong Kong. Graduates of the University’s teacher education programmes are eligible to apply to become fully qualified and registered teachers. As regards teacher registration, graduates should approach the Teacher Registration Team of the Education Bureau (EDB) to submit applications directly. All applications will be assessed by the EDB which will consider, among other things, whether an applicant has been convicted of any criminal offence (including sex-related offences) in Hong Kong or elsewhere, or is involved in any ongoing criminal proceedings or investigations. For details, please browse the EDB's website.

In-depth academic and professional knowledge confer graduates of the programme with excellent career prospects. They will possess a Qualified Teacher Status in Hong Kong and are ready to become fully qualified teachers in local secondary schools. In addition to the professional teaching career, graduates will possess the academic knowledge and intellectual skills to embark on a wide variety of other relevant jobs in the government sector, green non-government organisations, commercial organisations, environmental consultancies, etc.

PROGRAMME INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (PILOS)

To align with the University’s commitment to whole person development and the framework of “PEER & I”, the programme aims to prepare graduates to:

1. Analyse social issues and problems facing communities at different levels with the use of appropriate qualitative and quantitative research methods (PILO1);
2. Employ major sociological concepts and theories in accounting for contemporary social, cultural, political and economic changes (PILO2);
3. Develop evidence-based strategies to enhance quality of life and social well-being in the community (PILO3);
4. Demonstrate ethical awareness and positive orientations towards personal growth and community development (PILO4)

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Note: Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Sports Centre as decided by the University.

The Programme emphasises the following three areas: (a) conceptual foundation; (b) methodological awareness; and (c) practical value. At the conceptual level, the programme aims to familiarise students with key concepts considered as the building blocks of sociological analyses, including: (1) power, (2) class and inequality, (3) institutions, (4) social structure, (5) culture, (6) gender, (7) identity, (8) intersectionality, (9) globalisation, and (10) risk. At the methodological level, the programme aims to develop students’ competency in the following two areas: (1) designing and conducting social survey; and (2) designing and conducting fieldwork. Students are expected to be able to develop plans for administering a research, identify the strengths and weaknesses of research methods through literature review, and interpreting results. At the practical level, the programme aims to provide ample opportunities for students to link their sociological knowledge with different community concerns and opportunities.

Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

Course Title	Course Code & Outline
Major Core Courses*# (18 cps)
Discovering Sociology and Community	SSC3306
Introduction to Social Design: Theory and Praxis	SSC3355
Urban Communities and Liveability	SSC3309
Qualitative Research Methods	SSC3310
Hong Kong, China in the Greater Bay Area: Opportunities and Challenges	SSC4305
Quantitative Research Methods	SSC4311
Internship (3cps)
Internship for Community Services	SSC4312
Major Elective Course (6 cps) (Choose 2 out of 10 electives)
Comparative Social Policy	GCS4029
Social Theory for Critical Thinking	SSC2253
Schools and Society: Sociological Perspectives and Reflections	SSC2319
Values Pluralism and Cultural Diversity in Hong Kong, China	SSC3234
NGOs and Social Innovation	SSC3264
Individual and Society	SSC3307
Globalisation and Social Changes	SSC3308
Community Event Planning and Operation	SSC3357
Sports and Community Development	SSC4313
Digital Communities in the Information Age	SSC4314
Major Interdisciplinary Course (3 cps)
The Sustainable Development Goals and Education	INS4065
Final Year Project (6 cps)
Honours / Capstone Project I: Research Methods and Proposal	SSC4298 / SSC4297
Honours Project II: Research Report / Capstone Project II: Project Output	SSC4302 / SSC4301
Cross-Faculty Core Course (1 cp)
Cross-Faculty Core Course	CFB3007

*Subject to change and/or approval
#Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1-night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute part of the estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the 2023/24 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.

Please more details, please visit https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/programmes/scs

Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.
Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

“Kok Echo Store”: Playthings Connect Tai Kok Tsui Community

The greatness of playing is not just a leisure and joyful activity. It can be a hidden force that connects different generations in the neighborhood. Six students from the Sociology and Community Studies program used playthings as a medium to gather neighbors during a three-day exhibition in Tai Kok Tsui last month to have warm conversations with each other.

In the last few months, these students organized and invited the elderly from Tai Kok Tsui to join a one-day field trip in Tai Kok Tsui as well as workshops on dyeing, phone-case art making, and weaving. These activities were building connections between the elderly and the younger generation. Now, the students showcased their work through booths and exhibitions in Tai Kok Tsui.

The "Kok Echo Store" exhibition treated Tai Kok Tsui as a connecting echo chamber and decorated the booth as a nostalgic store to bring neighbors back to the past. Playthings that the elderly once played with were placed everywhere. People could pick one plaything, such as pogs and marbles, to immerse themselves in the elderly’s childhood experiences.

On the first day, 29 May, the booth was set up at the public space “RE: Pavilion”. Pedestrians from Tai Kok Tsui walking to the nearby shopping mall could stop by and enjoy playful moments at the students’ booth.

As bad weather was expected, the students moved their booth to the Re: TKT Co-Creation Space on the second and third days (30 May and 31 May). Neighbors could walk indoors to play with the toys.

Typically, neighbors would walk by and take a look, and suddenly, people began to gather. The incredible thing was that many parents brought their kids to play with the playthings. A lot of primary school students came in groups after school, creating an exciting vibe.

Through playing together in a moment, different generations learned about each other's playthings and how they played. This was a great opportunity for networking and enhancing social cohesion.

Some elderly participants from the workshops visited the booth in the public space “RE: Pavilion” to chat with the students once they met.

Grandparents stopped by to play with their kids and share what they used to enjoy in the past.

Simple games brought joy, even for a short period after lunch.

After school, primary students rushed into the booth to play games, and the students were busy responding to them.

An elderly showed students how to play with pogs.

A foreign domestic helper told students she also played the “throwing stones” game in her childhood.

Without saying a word, a small child played marbles happily with a student, a total stranger.

Participants’ stories were recorded, collected, and shared to foster connections among the community.

Playing not only enhances interaction between each other. It’s a great way to engage the elderly with the community.

Exhibition of Encounters with Elderly in Tai Kok Tsui

Over the past two months, six students from the Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Sociology and Community Studies programme became connected to a group of senior residents from the Tai Kok Tsui area. A host of activities like tea gathering, dyeing art creations, board games, and mobile phone and weaving workshops were organized for the residents to bring them closer to young people and to foster cross-generational understanding. The students documented their encounters with the senior residents with an exhibition at the EdUHK campus from 9 to 11 April, allowing their fellow students and members of the EdUHK community to appreciate their impact on community inclusion. (The exhibition will also be displayed in Tai Kok Tsui in the future, so keep an eye on the instragram @kok_echoes).

This event is organized as part of a capstone project of the Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sociology and Community Studies programme, also supported by Specific Student Empowerment Work Scheme (Specific SEWS) 2024/2025 under the supervision of Dr. Izzy Yi JIAN.

Field trip to Guangzhou: Discovering Community Change and Cultural Landscape

Students and teachers from the Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Sociology and Community Studies program went on a field trip to Guangzhou from 15 to 16 April. They visited the major attractions in the area, such as Xiguan Dawu Culture Life Hall, Liwan Museum, Yong Qing Fang, Dafo Temple and Shamian Island, and learned about the changes in the Guangzhou community. Another highlight of the trip is to visit the newly opened Baietan GBA Art Center that combines three museums into one: Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, Guangdong Literature Museum and the Guangdong Museum of Art, and acquire a deeper understanding about the culture of the Greater Bay Area.

Visited The Mills to know the local textile factory stories

20/10/2022

SCS Study Experience Sharing

Studying in the SCS program was not a random choice for me—it came from a place of curiosity and uncertainty. I still remember my professor once saying, “As you are unsure of what you want to do with your life, you study sociology.” That sentence deeply resonated with me. Before entering university, I often questioned the real purpose of higher education. Is it solely for improving my career prospects, as many people around me say, or is it about self-exploration? To me, the two are intertwined, but self-exploration matters more, as true fulfillment is what I ultimately strive for.

Looking back, my years in SCS have been a continuous journey of discovering who I am. With the guidance of inspiring professors and the strong academic support provided, I gradually found my own answers. SCS taught me how to think, not what to think. This process trained me to approach things with curiosity and skepticism rather than relying solely on external answers, and to form my own conclusions with confidence. Through this experience, I developed an independent way of thinking and built a habit of reflection that brought me closer to understanding myself.

Throughout this exploration, the Capstone Project and internship opportunities empowered me to take on challenges and taught me how to learn from mistakes—something I now believe is far more valuable than simply earning a degree. If university were merely about securing a job, then a degree would just be an entry ticket, whereas experiential learning is what truly matters. Through these experiences, I gained valuable hands-on knowledge, discovered my strengths, and explored suitable career paths. They also helped me develop essential workplace skills—event planning, administrative management, communication, and interpersonal relations—which now enable me to perform confidently in my current role at an NGO.

Angela working in her Capstone Project with a secondary student

Beyond academics, SCS allowed me to connect more deeply with my community and engage with a range of social issues. The university’s abundant resources and exchange programs also opened new doors for me. I had the amazing opportunity to take part in service tours to Taiwan, China and New Zealand, where I experienced local cultures and community dynamics firsthand. What I appreciated most was my professors’ ongoing support for my personal and professional growth. For instance, they encouraged me to join the six-month Pursuit of X program, which gave me valuable work experience in my field of interest and helped me build a strong professional network. That experience allowed me to recognize my strengths and weaknesses and define the kind of career that truly fits me, paving the way toward finding my ideal job after graduation.

To sum up, my university experience in SCS has been more than an accumulation of knowledge — it has been a journey of self-discovery. I am deeply grateful to all my professors and classmates who accompanied me along this path, making the journey of exploration a little less lonely. 

Angela Kwong
Class of 2025

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# The course will only be offered for 2019-2023 cohort and onwards.

Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the Course and the manner in which the Course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements and curriculum changes.

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大學三年級生Sherry和Serena與二年級生Cynthia和Chloe，一同參加了「WWF環境保育領袖培訓計劃」，揀選了紙包飲品盒作為關注的議題。「我曾誤以為這種盒子可放入藍色廢紙回收箱，後來發現錯了，但一直以為不能回收。早前看到綠色力量推動回收飲品盒的計劃，才了解到原來這是可再造的資源。」於教育大學修讀全球及環境研究的Sherry道。

CURRICULUM CHART OF THE MAJOR

Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

List of Major Courses

# Major elective courses, student may take any two.

Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the Course and the manner in which the Course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements and curriculum changes.

PROGRAMME AIMS

The MA(PFE)’s objectives are to:

1. equip participants with professional knowledge in finance and necessary skill sets for investment analysis;
2. enable participants to formulate and implement comprehensive personal finance education for individuals with different financial backgrounds and needs in a society of prolific lifestyles;
3. focus on necessary financial knowledge in personal finance and the application of knowledge and skills required for effective financial decision-making, financial planning and hence training, education, and knowledge transfer; and
4. equip participants to meet their career goals in either the financial services sector or financial-related educational/training sector.

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants should be able to:

1. demonstrate solid understanding and a broad spectrum of knowledge and concepts in finance and financial management (PILO1); 
2. critically evaluate the trend and development of financial and investment markets in a global perspective (PILO2);
3. integrate financial knowledge in solving personal financial problems and ethical decision making (PILO3);
4. possess high professionalism, creativity and competencies as a financial literacy educator (PILO4); and
5. transfer and apply research methods and financial knowledge in the context of professional work. (PILO5).

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

The programme comprises 24 credit points (cps). Participants normally take one year (full-time mode) or two years (part-time mode) to complete the programme. They need to attend classes (in the same or different semester(s)) which may be scheduled on weekday daytime/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.

PROGRAMME CURRICULUM

Students are required to complete 24 credit points for graduation. The normal study pathway is shown as below:

*Choose one out of four elective courses
*The offering of elective courses and the quota offered is subject to the Programme’s decision and students enrolment. It may vary in each academic year.

*Choose one out of four elective courses
*The offering of elective courses and the quota offered is subject to the Programme’s decision and students enrolment. It may vary in each academic year.

There are two options for students to complete the 24 credit points for graduation:

1) Students who opt for coursework will need to take 8 courses

2) Students who have sufficient research competencies, obtained approval, and opt for the Research Project can be exempted from taking the Investment Analysis and Risk Management or Comprehensive Practical Financial Planning and the elective course. Their study path is as follows:

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION

The medium of instruction is English.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this website. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time as due to change of circumstances and the University reserves the right to revise any information contained in this website as it deems fit without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

Elective: BUS6039 Contemporary Issues in Personal Finance Education | BUS6046 Internship Programme in Personal Finance Education | BUS6071 Sustainable Finance and ESG Investment | BUS6089 Family Office Management

Research Project: BUS6040 Research Project

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

TUITION FEE

This programme is offered on a self-financed basis.

• Local Students: HK$140,800 for the whole programme
• Non-local Students: HK$176,000 for the whole programme
  (Applicable to the 2026/27 cohort)

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Entrance Scholarship is available and awarded on the basis of academic merits with consideration of non-academic achievement.

SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD OPPORTUNITIES

The Master of Arts in Personal Finance Education (MA(PFE)) programme offers a variety of exclusive scholarship and award opportunities to inspire students to pursue excellence in academic, professional development, global engagement, and leadership.

*Note: The above information on scholarships and awards is subject to change. Details are made available for enrolled students at the time of application.

(May 2026) Alumni Development Forum 2026: Reconnecting for a Personal Finance Future

The master’s programme in Personal Finance hosted the Alumni Development Forum themed on "Reconnecting for a Personal Finance Future" in May 2026. The forum focused on professional development in financial services and personal finance. The Forum supported open discussion, where alumni shared industry updates and practical experience. The Forum also strengthened alumni’s professional networks and enabled them to meet fellow practitioners.

(Apr 2026) Personal Finance Programme’s Students Apply Knowledge in "Financial Board Game" Workshop

Students from the master’s programme in Personal Finance organised a "Financial Board Game" workshop on campus. Acting as facilitators, the Personal Finance students guided the EdUHK community to study some individual financial management tips through role-play scenarios and personal financial decision-making simulation. 

The community deepened the understanding of personal financial planning. From the perspective of Personal Finance students, this workshop was an arena that facilitated students in honing financial communication skills in a counselling context, and utilising engaging tools in the real-world practice.

(Apr 2026) Family Offices: Strategic Wealth Management

The Personal Finance Programme invited managers from WRISE, a full-service family office platform, to exchange with the students. This workshop discussed how Hong Kong based family offices navigate strategic wealth management, especially for Ultra-High and High Net Worth Individuals. Students were able to closely interact with the industry practitioners, and explore trending opportunities in the wealth management field.

(April 2026) Dialogue with Financial Leaders Series | Family Office Development in Hong Kong: Present and Future

This seminar invited Ms. Angel Chia, the Executive Director for Hong Kong Academy for Wealth Legacy, to bring unique insights into legacy building, next-generation leadership, and purposeful wealth stewardship.

(March 2026) Career Talk in Banking | Retail Wealth Management in Banking & Relationship Manager Trainee Opportunities

In this Career Talk, The Hong Kong Institute of Banking (HKIB) shared the comprehensive insights into the banking industry and its mission to nurture future banking talents. The session also featured a banker’s sharing on personal relationship management in retail banking, and an introduction to the Relationship Manager Trainee programme (RMT) at Nanyang Commercial Bank. Such career talks expanded personal finance students’ networks to identify the personal-finance-specific career opportunities.

(March 2026) Dialogue with Financial Leaders Series | Navigating Private Equity Markets

The Programme invited Mr. Danny Lee, a seasoned financial professional, to share insights from his extensive career in private equity. The session will span Venture Capital, Growth Equity, and Buyouts. With over 25 years of global experience, Mr. Lee will also facilitate a discussion on the practical challenges facing these investment sectors today.

(Mar 2026) Field Visit to Understand the ESG and Sustainable Practice in Business in Hong Kong

In March 2026, students from the master’s programme in Personal Finance went on an exciting field visit themed "ESG and Sustainable Business Practices". They explored innovative sustainability initiatives in the Northern Metropolis and visited Sino Inno Lab and The Spark. Through guided tours and an engaging workshop, students experienced immersive journeys into sustainable tech and innovation.

Personal Finance students also gained practical, real-world insights from a dialogue with a Sustainability & Innovation Manager at a renowned corporation in Hong Kong, learning how the company incorporates ESG and sustainability into its business operations.

(Mar 2026) EdUHK Alumni Homecoming Day 2026: "Financial Champions" Booth

Students from the Personal Finance Programmes organised a game-based booth during the EdUHK Alumni Homecoming Day 2026. The booth aimed to promote the principles of personal financial literacy among participants of all ages.

(Feb 2026) Outreach Workshop: Managing Money Wisely for a Cross-border Lifestyle

In Feb 2026, students from the master’s programme in Personal Finance led and designed a workshop, reaching out at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. This workshop enabled participants to understand the fundamental financial principles of university life and offered practical tips for managing money wisely, suited to a cross-border lifestyle.

Personal Finance students deepen their understanding of personal finance in a cross-border context through preparation for the workshop. They also learned how to implement a financial literacy enhancement proposal tailored to the target audience's specific needs.

(Feb 2026) Embracing Financial Well-being through Teambuilding

Personal Finance students engaged in financial board games to simulate real-world financial life cycles —from investment risks to retirement planning (e.g., MPF). Through these team-building activities, Personal Finance students not only learned money management tips but also experienced the art of financial counselling—a meaningful experience that embodied the spirit of "promoting financial well-being".​

(Feb 2026) Dialogue with Financial Executive at Ant Bank (HK) | Smart Banking in Action: How Digital Banks Are Redefining Finance in Hong

The Programme invited Ms Yvonne Leung, Chief Executive of Ant Bank (Hong Kong), to share with the Personal Finance students how digital banks are transforming Hong Kong’s financial landscape. This session provided a platform for students to observe financial and industrial trends and to expand their connections with leading industrial executives.

(Feb 2026) Understanding the Cross-Border Family Wealth Management and Legacy: Perspective from Legal Issues

To deepen Personal Finance students’ understanding of the legal issues in personal finance, the Programme invited two veteran solicitors familiar with judicial practice in Hong Kong and cross-border legal consulting to deliver a workshop. Students gained an understanding of comprehensive legal tools for personal and family wealth preservation, such as Trusts, Wills, Insurance, Pre-nuptial Agreements, and Post-Separation Accruals. This workshop also enhanced students' legal awareness and motivated them to build up legal capacity for financial planning.

(Jan 2026) Capital for Good: Trends in Asian Impact Investing and Philanthropy

Dr. Ruth A. Shapiro, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive of the Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS), delivered a seminar for the Personal Finance students and the EdUHK communities. The seminar unpacked key trends in impact investing and philanthropy across the region. The seminar also explored bridging wealth management with systemic social investment, inspiring students to think about the sustainability.

(Jan 2026) Personal Finance Ambassador Programme 2025/26: Getting EdUHK students Financially Ready for the Workforce Transition

"TP Boss", a student team from the master’s programme in Personal Finance, implemented a series of interactive games to enhance EdUHK students' financial literacy as they transition into the workforce. The initiative equipped the university community to navigate the financial shifts that accompany the transition from student life to the professional world. This initiative drove the Team to win the Bronze Award in the Personal Finance Ambassador Programme 2025/26.

(Nov 2025) Field Visit to Disneyland Promoting Students’ Mental Well-being

The Personal Finance programme organised a field visit to Disneyland in November 2025, themed on “Disney’s Foundations for Career Success”. The visit engaged students in backstage tours, scenario role-plays, personal strength discovery, peer appreciation games, and executive sharing, all guided by Disney cast members. Students learned to reframe setbacks with a positive problem-solving mindset and sustain calm, resilient well-being.

(Nov 2025) Field Visit to Ocean Park to Explore Sustainability in Tourism

Students from the master’s programme in Personal Finance visited Ocean Park Hong Kong to explore the sustainable practice in tourism. Through a series of engaging workshops, students witnessed real-world scenarios in business sustainability.

(Nov 2025) Pioneer in Financial Literacy Education in China Shared the Insight on “Financial Literacy in the AI Era”

On 13 November 2025, the MA(PFE) Programme invited Professor Song SU, Professor and PhD supervisor at the Business School of Beijing Normal University (BNU), to deliver a seminar on “Financial Literacy in the AI Era”. During the seminar, Professor Su discussed the role of AI in enhancing financial education, the impact of financial literacy on AI application usage, and the challenges of AI in financial literacy. Through dialogue with Professor Su, a pioneer in financial literacy education in China, MA (PFE) students broadened their academic horizons in personal finance and financial education.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates are expected to pursue a career in financial services, including banking, securities, credit management, and private equity. The curriculums will also equip the participants for entering some trending financial fields such as private wealth management, family office, fintech, green and sustainable finance, ESG consulting, etc.

Graduates with strong research capacity could also pursue further studies or academic careers in finance or business studies.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

Eligible MA(PFE) graduates are able to apply for modular exemptions or partial exemptions when attending specific financial certifications in Hong Kong, such as:

Prof YU Wai Mui Christina, Dr TAN Weiqiang, EdUHK researchers achieve accolades in diverse fields, China Daily (4 Dec 2024)
https://www.chinadailyhk.com/hk/article/599342

Prof YU Wai Mui Christina, Professor Christina Yu on HKJC's financial literacy programme, RTHK (21 Nov 2024)
https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio3/programme/backchat/episode/989132

譚偉強，《提升基層金融素養 推動共同富裕》，刊於《文匯報》，2024年6月15日。
https://www.wenweipo.com/a/202406/15/AP666ca396e4b05df3a51f7909.html

譚偉強、麥萃才，《增強理財知識 做好退休打算》，刊於《文匯報》，2024年6月7日。
https://www.wenweipo.com/a/202406/07/AP66621855e4b0a7ef3f0436a1.html

譚偉強，《打造國際人才交流高端平台》，刊於《文匯報》，2024年5月27日。
https://www.wenweipo.com/a/202405/27/AP66539778e4b0bd97947372c9.html

譚偉強，《家族辦公室專才培養宜提速》，刊於《文匯報》，2024年4月25日。
https://www.wenweipo.com/a/202404/25/AP66296739e4b01def1fdfece1.html

譚偉強，《教基層學用手機支付 縮小數字鴻溝》，刊於《文匯報》，2024年4月9日。
https://www.wenweipo.com/a/202404/09/AP66144f65e4b009ba85365621.html

教大碩士結合金融和理財教育元素 畢業生運用所學 助人自助出路廣
(明報JUMP, 24 Jan 2024)
https://jump.mingpao.com/career-news/edu-career-supplement-2024/%e6%95%99%e5%a4%a7%e7%a2%a9%e5%a3%ab%e7%b5%90%e5%90%88%e9%87%91%e8%9e%8d%e5%92%8c%e7%90%86%e8%b2%a1%e6%95%99%e8%82%b2%e5%85%83%e7%b4%a0-%e7%95%a2%e6%a5%ad%e7%94%9f%e9%81%8b%e7%94%a8%e6%89%80%e5%ad%b8/

譚偉強，《擺脫跨代貧窮 需「學」「研」深度參與》，刊於《明報》，2022年11月17日。
https://news.mingpao.com/pns/%E8%A7%80%E9%BB%9E/article/20221117/s00012/1668618522740/

Learn to be a money sage
(英文虎報 The Standard, 26 Jan 2021)
https://www.thestandard.com.hk/section-news/fc/4/226921/

大學生「碌」卡是精明還是會惹上一身債？
(信報財經新聞, 朱文英博士, 21 Oct 2020)
https://www1.hkej.com/dailynews/culture/article/2610991/

教育小朋友理財 延遲滿足換取更大獎勵
(信報財經新聞, 朱文英博士, 15 Sept 2020)
https://www1.hkej.com/dailynews/culture/article/2581695/

教大明年首辦理財教育碩士
(星島日報, 3 Sept 2020)
https://std.stheadline.com/daily/article/2273209/

教大明年辦理財碩士課 校長張仁良：樂意客串
(明報, 3 Sept 2020)
https://news.mingpao.com/pns/%E6%95%99%E8%82%B2/article/20200903/s00011/1599070176386/

【中環解密】教大首辦理財碩士課程 張仁良或客串
(信報財經新聞, 3 Sept 2020) https://hk.news.yahoo.com/%E4%B8%AD%E7%92%B0%E8%A7%A3%E5%AF%86-%E6%95%99%E5%A4%A7%E9%A6%96%E8%BE%A6%E7%90%86%E8%B2%A1%E7%A2%A9%E5%A3%AB%E8%AA%B2%E7%A8%8B-%E5%BC%B5%E4%BB%81%E8%89%AF%E6%88%96%E5%AE%A2%E4%B8%B2-193100407.html

教大明年開辦個人理財教育碩士課程 校長張仁良或客串上陣授課
(hket.com, 2 Sept 2020)
https://topick.hket.com/article/2742209

講求事實數據的理財教育
(信報財經新聞, 姚偉梅教授, 8 Jun 2019)
https://www1.hkej.com/dailynews/culture/article/2157737/