
Overview
The Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Psychology and Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Early Childhood Education) BSocSc, BEd course from The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) students will become professional educators equipped with substantial psychological expertise, enabling them to create inclusive and effective learning environments for young children aged zero to eight.
The programme also supports further professional development in fields such as clinical, educational, counselling, and child psychology, providing practical learning experiences like internships. 1 Graduates of this programme will be eligible to apply for registration with the Education Bureau and Social Welfare Department as kindergarten teachers, child care workers, and child care supervisors in Hong Kong and meet the academic qualifications required by the Education Bureau for kindergarten principals.
They will also be considered as having acquired training on the One-year In-service Course in Special Child Care Work, recognized by the Social Welfare Department, HKSAR. Additionally, they will be eligible to apply for membership in the Hong Kong Psychological Society, further enhancing their professional growth.
Career opportunities:
Graduates with ECE teacher certification and a major in psychology are highly sought after by school principals for their deep understanding of child development and ability to support children with diverse needs.
The Programme offers fundamental psychology training, which is essential for further professional training/education.Graduates may pursue further education in applied psychology, educational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling, social work, play therapy, or expressive arts therapy.
Upon completing the programme, students will be qualified to register as Kindergarten Teachers with the Education Bureau and as Child Care Workers with the Social Welfare Department.
They will be able to teach in licensed early childhood settings and meet the professional requirements for kindergarten principals and child care supervisors. Additionally, they will be recognized for completing the One-year In-service Course in Special Child Care Work from the Social Welfare Department and will be eligible to apply for membership in the Hong Kong Psychological Society. (Subject to approval of relevant authorities)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Child Development
Social Psychology
Statistical Methods in Psychology
Counselling and Guidance
Industrial Internship
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Applications are considered on a rolling basis subject to the discretion of the relevant programmes and availability of places.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Early Childhood Education View 3 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education in Hong Kong (SAR)What students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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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 are normally required to complete Grade 12 studies on a full-time basis in high school and they may also need to fulfill the language requirements and/or programme specific requirements.
- Due to quota limit, applicants having satisfied the University's entrance requirements will be considered for admission on a competitive basis. Eligible applicants will be requested to attend interviews for further assessment. Holding minimum requirement does not guarantee admission to the University
Tuition Fee
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International
167000 HKD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 167000 HKD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Hong Kong
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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