Overview

In all of these sectors, the increasing demand for employees with relevant skills is driven by a rapid growth in the volume and complexity of social data being collected online and offline.

Overview

The Quantitative Social Analysis program at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology program provides integrated training in social science theory and evidence, statistical methods, the analysis of social data, and the interpretation and presentation of results. This is delivered through required courses that offer foundational training in quantitative methods and social science paradigms, electives that offer advanced methodological training and opportunities for deeper engagement with social science topics, and a capstone project in which students apply their newly learned skills to analyze the topic of their choice.

For the social science topics, students choose from a menu of courses in sociology, political science, economics, and other disciplines offered by the Division of Social Science. For the methodological training, students choose from a menu of courses offered by the Division of Social Science, the Department of Mathematics, and other units.

Through this training, students learn how to apply advanced quantitative methods to complex datasets in a way that accounts for the unique challenges associated with the analysis of social data and reflects an understanding of existing social theory and evidence. They learn how to identify a research question, collect and manage complex social data, carry out analysis, and develop, test, and refine hypotheses informed by social science theory.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Elementary Statistics for Social Research
Quantitative Social Analysis
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Intermediate Statistics for Social Research
Quantitative Social Analysis Laboratory
Accelerated Calculus
Multivariate Calculus
Applied Statistics
Probability
English Communication for Global China Studies
Effective Communication in Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-09 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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80

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Social Work View 8 other Bachelors in Social Work in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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General requirements

You are required to include identity documents, a personal statement, high school transcripts for the past three years, proof of English language proficiency, public examination certificates, and proof of significant prizes and awards (if any) with your online application.

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Tuition Fee

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International

185000 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 185000 HKD per year during 48 months.
National

44500 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 44500 HKD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

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