CODE
JS3250
ENTRY

Sept 2025 Entry

STUDY MODE
Full-time
DURATION

4 years

CREDIT REQUIRED

BA (Hons) in Social Work – 115 (plus 15 clinical/field credits) 

BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship – 112 (plus 9 clinical/field credits)

PROGRAMME INTAKE
FUND TYPE
Government-Funded
  • Students are initially admitted to the BA (Hons) Scheme in Applied Social Sciences programme and study a common curriculum in Year 1, with their target awards declared during their first year of study, subject to further assessment for admission to one of the following awards:
    • BA (Hons) in Social Work
    • BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship
  • Students are subject to further assessment criteria - students’ own choice, academic, interview performance and quota - in the selection of awards at the end of their Year One study.
  • The option of Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Dual Degree are available to the students of BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship. Admission to the Secondary Majors or Dual Degree is on competitive basis and subject to different credit requirements for graduation.
  • Departmental scholarships are available for international students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement and interview performance. PolyU reserves the right to change or withdraw the scholarships at any time.  In case of any dispute/disagreement, PolyU’s decision is final.
Application Deadline
Non-JUPAS Year 1
2024-11-19
International / Other Qualification
2024-11-19
內地应届高考生
2025年6月12日

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Aims & Characteristics

Programme Aims & Learning Outcomes

We prepare our students to be professionally competent, versatile, adaptive and reflective, helping them to meet the fast-changing needs of society. The programme curriculum is designed to cultivate students’ humanistic values and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent human service professionals in their chosen fields. Through wide exposure to different domains of knowledge and interdisciplinary issues, students are able to think from different perspectives and solve complex problems in real-life situations. Our graduates show a strong commitment to the betterment of society and humankind and are competent in the flexible and creative use of information, resources, knowledge, and practical skills in professional practice.

 

Programme Characteristics

Students are provided with opportunities to pursue professional study plus a substantial component of study in other areas to cater to their different learning needs, interests and abilities. In addition to providing subjects that build basic interpersonal and communication skills and enhance students’ ability to work with uncertainty, this programme has a strong social science foundation designed to develop students’ critical and analytical thinking and broaden their knowledge. The Department offers overseas study opportunities in the forms of placements, exchange programmes, study tours, etc.

 

One-Programme-Two-Award Study Opportunity
Students who opt for Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship as their Major are eligible to enroll in the 4-year Dual Degree Programme.  The Dual Degree Programme offers different learning experience to students as they will study the 1st and 4th year of the programme at PolyU and 2nd and 3rd year at University of Warsaw in Poland.  Upon successful completion of the Dual Degree Programme, students will receive two award parchments conferred by two Universities including BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship at PolyU and First Study Cycle* in Social and Public Policy at University of Warsaw.
*equivalent to Bachelor’s degree and regarded as BA 
 

More information on the Dual Degree Programme can be obtained here.

Recognition & Prospects

Professional Recognition

Graduates of BA (Hons) in Social Work award are eligible for registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) as Registered Social Workers (RSWs).

Career Prospects

Graduates of BA (Hons) in Social Work award are employable as Assistant Social Work Officers or the equivalent and can be promoted to Social Work Officers, Senior Social Work Officers and Chief Social Work Officers.

Graduates of BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship award can take up mid-level administrative and managerial posts in various public, quasi-public and non-government organisations, including think-tanks, government departments, social enterprises and other human service organisations.  They can also take up posts in human resources management, marketing and decision support.

Curriculum

The BA (Hons) Scheme in Applied Social Sciences programme adopts a common curriculum structure in the first year of study. Beyond this common foundation and in subsequent study years, different Awards/Majors that educate different human service professionals focus on different areas of professional study.

In Year 1, students are exposed to a broad knowledge base in social sciences as a foundation to inform their professional practice.

From Year 2 onwards, students are equipped with a wide range of knowledge relating to their chosen professional fields.

In Years 3 and 4, students are guided to integrate theoretical learning, practical applications and metatheoretical reflection on their respective professional fields.

More information on the Awards/Majors can be obtained here.

Secondary Major Details

The option of Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship is available to the students of BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship.

Features

Students admitted to the BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship Award/Major are given the option to study a Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at 36 credits which will strengthen their discipline-specific knowledge to become successful innovators and entrepreneurs in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond.  In addition to a wide range of foundation subjects to be chosen by students, the Secondary Major is featured by a GBA Immersion Programme, Field Study for Innovation Ecosystems and at least 9 months of Company Attachment.

 

Remarks

The minimum credits required for graduation with Secondary Major in Innovation and Entrepreneurship is 139 credits.  Students are eligible to count up to 6 credits of their discipline-specific subjects towards the Secondary Major.  

Credit Required for Graduation

BA (Hons) in Social Work – 115 (plus 15 clinical/field credits) 

BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship – 112 (plus 9 clinical/field credits)

Scheme/Programme Leader(s)

Co-Programme Leaders

Dr Yam Kong (BSW, MSW, DSW)

Dr Tam Kin Yuen, Raymond (BASW, MASW, PhD)

Entrance Requirements

Please click here to view the entrance requirements for international applicants.

Enquiries

For further programme information, please contact:

The General Office (tel.: 2766 5867 / 2766 5746; email: ssba@polyu.edu.hk).

Student Message

Studying at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University offers a wide range of insights and opportunities. The campus is conveniently located and its staff is eager to help you with any matters you may have at hand. I studied BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Administration (retitled as Social Policy and Social Entrepreneurship) for four years, which offered me unique insight into the political and administrative model of Hong Kong S.A.R. While at the same time placing it within an international context, making it relevant beyond the borders of the S.A.R. It is my experience that the professors in the Applied Social Sciences department have a wide range of experiences, which supplement and enrich the courses offered by them. Most of the professors have experiences from the third sector and political sphere, which gives them the ability to offer in-depth insight into a wide variety of subjects. This in turn means that the course content is filled with unique comparative insights, which is invaluable in today's multifaceted world.

RYGH Karl Petter
LocalJUPAS
Interview Arrangement
Aims

To assess applicants’ potential and interest in the programme and to gauge their understanding of public issues and interpersonal communication skills.

Date of Interview
After the announcement of HKDSE results
Duration

About 1 hour

Medium
English and Cantonese
Mode
Group interview (face-to-face or online)
Remarks

Only Band A applicants will be considered for admission. Selected applicants may be invited to attend a group interview upon the release of the HKDSE results.

LocalNon-JUPAS Year 1
Additional Documents Required
Transcript / Certificate

Required

Interview Arrangement
Aims

To assess applicants' potentials and interest in the programme and to gauge their understanding of public issues and interpersonal communication skills.

Date of Interview
In around early December 2024 and mid-March 2025 (Tentatively)
Duration

About 1 hour

Medium
English and Cantonese
Mode
Group Interview (Face to Face or Online)
Remarks

Suitable applicants may be invited to attend an interview. 

Non-LocalInternational / Other Qualification
Additional Documents Required
Personal Statement

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement to explain their reasons for applying the programme in English of no more than 1,500 words together with their applications.  Please Download the Form.

Transcript / Certificate

Required

Interview Arrangement
Aims

To assess applicants’ potential for studying and interest in the programme, and to gauge their understanding of public issues and interpersonal communication skills.

Date of Interview
In around early December 2024 and mid-March 2025
Duration

About 10-20 minutes

Medium
English
Mode
Online Interview
Remarks

Suitable applicants will be invited to attend an interview.

Non-Local內地应届高考生
所需的附加文件
自荐信

申请人于网上递交申请时,须上载一封以1,500字为限的英文自荐信。

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