Overview

Following graduation from the Language Education - English programme of The University of Hong Kong, you will meet the requirements for English language teachers in both primary and secondary schools as recommended by the HKSAR government.

Exciting Opportunities

Integrate theory and practice through teaching opportunities with local students in Hong Kong’s primary and secondary schools.

Professional Recognition

Graduates will earn a BA in English language and linguistics and a BEd in English language education. The programme is equivalent to a BA plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Education – a professional teaching qualification recognised locally. The degree meets the HKSAR government’s requirements for English teachers in both primary and secondary schools, including a first degree majoring in English, a teacher training qualification in English language teaching, and a pass in the benchmark English language proficiency test.

Career Prospects

The double degree programme paves the way for a wide variety of career options, from teaching to civil service to publishing to human resources. Graduates have gone on to teach English language in primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong. Others have joined government positions in quality assurance and curriculum development or civil service and administration. Alternatively, pursue a career in educational publishing, human resources development or communications, or in diverse fields like media and journalism, arts and culture, law, and management.

Programme Structure

Curriculum includes:

Pedagogy, Sociology and Psychology integrated course
Educational studies
Pedagogy (methods of teaching) and Pedagogical Content Knowledge
Teaching practice in primary and secondary schools
Community-based Professional Practicum
Language immersion overseas

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-22 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

300 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Education Language Studies Linguistics View 21 other Bachelors in Language Studies 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

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should provide proof of achievement in an international examination (IB Diploma, GCE A Level, SAT / ACT / AP, etc.) or a national examination (Indian Board Examinations, ATAR, Canadian provincial examinations, etc.), together with the English language and the second language proficiency to apply to the University.
Meanwhile, some programmes have programme specific requirements, which are listed on our Admissions Standards page. Please note, however, the Admissions Standards are information for students to assess their competitiveness for our various programmes. It should not be interpreted as a guarantee for admission.
Applicants to the University are required to demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

198000 HKD / year

≈ 198000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

44500 HKD / year

≈ 44500 HKD / year

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Exciting Opportunities

Professional Recognition

Career Prospects

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Hong Kong

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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