Overview

Key facts

Our sociology courses look into many topics of contemporary relevance – such as globalization, social institutions and issues in Hong Kong and mainland China, crime and criminal justice, social administration and social policy, aging in society, family, gender and sexuality. Courses with an applied dimension from psychology, economics, politics and public administration are also integrated into the curriculum to develop students into all-round analytical and reflective thinkers.

Career

Upon graduation, our students will be well-equipped with useful knowledge and transferable generic skills for careers in the civil service, social and community services, law enforcement, education, social and business research, marketing, public relations, media and communication as well as other commercial sectors.

Further Studies

The Applied Social Studies (Honours) programme of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University prepares graduates to further their studies in the social sciences in local and overseas universities. Our graduates have been successful in their pursuits of masters and doctoral degrees as well as professional qualifications in the areas of social work and welfare studies, public policy studies, special education, management studies, surveying and nursing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Social Sciences: Sociology

Essentials of Sociological Inquiry

Social Problems and Social Issues

Social Policy and Social Administration

Hong Kong Society

Globalization, Social Policy and Everyday Life

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-19 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work Sociology View 15 other Bachelors in Sociology in Hong Kong (SAR)

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) qualifications are required to obtain Level 3 or above in Chinese Language and English Language, as well as Level 2 or above in Mathematics, Liberal Studies and an elective subject (or equivalent).

Applicants with local academic qualifications other than HKDSE are required to:

Complete Year 1 study of a recognized Associate Degree or Higher Diploma programme; or

Obtain Grade E or above in AS Chinese Language & Culture4 and Use of English, and 2 AL / 1 AL plus 2 AS / 4 AS subjects in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (or equivalent).

Applicants with non-local academic qualifications are required to obtain:

Grade E or above in 2 AL / 1AL plus 2 AS subjects5 in the General Certificate of Education AL / International AL; or

An overall minimum score of 24 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma; or

Other equivalent overseas academic qualifications (as determined by the University).

Tuition Fee

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International

105390 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 105390 HKD per year during 48 months.
National

81070 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 81070 HKD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Applied Social Studies (Honours).

Available Scholarships

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