Master of Social Sciences in Psychology 12 months Postgraduate Programme By City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

23,927 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

31 Mar, 2025Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Programme Aims and Objectives
This conversion program is designed to provide non-psychology degree holders with the knowledge, skills, exposure, and insights for (1) analyzing human behaviors from a psychological perspective, (2) developing research expertise in applying psychology to relevant settings, and (3) pursuing advanced professional training and a career in psychology and closely related areas. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to apply for graduate membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs):
Upon successful completion of this Programme, students should be able to:
  • critically evaluate major principles/theories in core areas of psychology;
  • apply major psychological theories/principles to analyze analyze human behaviors in real life situations;
  • critically evaluate research evidence published in psychological journals; design and carry out psychological research independently; and
  • appreciate the close connection between psychology and everyday experiences.
Programme Features
  • Designed primarily to provide degree-holders having no undergraduate training in psychology to pursue further study and a career in psychology.
  • Focus on the cultivation of a distinctive blend of knowledge and skills relevant to advanced training and different careers in psychology.
  • Multiple concentrations catering for different interests and career aspirations.
  • Classes meet primarily on weekday evenings.
  • Credit Transfer could be granted for equivalent level of study.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Programme Aims and Objectives
This conversion program is designed to provide non-psychology degree holders with the knowledge, skills, exposure, and insights for (1) analyzing human behaviors from a psychological perspective, (2) developing research expertise in applying psychology to relevant settings, and (3) pursuing advanced professional training and a career in psychology and closely related areas. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to apply for graduate membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs):
Upon successful completion of this Programme, students should be able to:
  • critically evaluate major principles/theories in core areas of psychology;
  • apply major psychological theories/principles to analyze analyze human behaviors in real life situations;
  • critically evaluate research evidence published in psychological journals; design and carry out psychological research independently; and
  • appreciate the close connection between psychology and everyday experiences.
Programme Features
  • Designed primarily to provide degree-holders having no undergraduate training in psychology to pursue further study and a career in psychology.
  • Focus on the cultivation of a distinctive blend of knowledge and skills relevant to advanced training and different careers in psychology.
  • Multiple concentrations catering for different interests and career aspirations.
  • Classes meet primarily on weekday evenings.
  • Credit Transfer could be granted for equivalent level of study.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
79+
To be eligible for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and:
  • have a recognized bachelor's degree from one of the universities in Hong Kong or from any overseas institutions recognized for this purpose by the University,
  • or an equivalent qualification, or
  • have evidence of academic and professional attainments acceptable for this purpose by the University, AND
  • provide documentary evidence that they have a) completed a course of introductory psychology offered by a recognized university or institution, or b) obtained relevant learning or working experiences related to psychology

31 Mar 2025
1 Year
Sep

Domestic
23,927 USD
International
23,927 USD

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