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Social Sciences

Social Sciences are broad disciplines that examine factors in affecting individuals and theories in explaining issues of the society. It helps us explore many hot social issues in Hong Kong, such as antisocial behaviours, high-stress educational system, domestic violence, marital strife, political turmoil and elderly welfare. The School continuously seeks innovative programmes to address these concerns, including short courses in negotiation training, conflict management, adventure-based leadership, and similar targeted programmes are also extended to top-up Social Sciences degree in part-time mode.

Social Sciences Programmes

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Applied psychology is the use of theory and findings in psychology to solve practical problems in important areas of the human environment, including education, health, the workplace, and so on. This programme is designed to help participants apply cutting-edge theory to real-world situations. It is made up of different registered psychologists and other related specialists to deliver a powerful curriculum that explores a range of human behaviors, including how to motivate individuals and organizations, how to assess and improve performance and how to pursue healthy lives.
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Start 06 NOV 2024 (WED)
Duration 6 months
Fee HK$8,600
Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom
This is a part-time degree programme offered locally by Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) in collaboration with HKU SPACE. It offers students an opportunity to study different social science disciplines such as psychology, sociology, cultural geography and politics, which enable them to develop a detailed understanding of, and the research skills to investigate, the social world, relationships within it and the social forces that act on us all. This knowledge and specialist skills will be particularly useful to employers across all sectors.
 
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Start To be advised
Duration 2 years
Fee HKD20,200 per instalment (Total 6 instalments in 2 years)

**Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change without prior notice.
The course aims to give participants an overview of the development of the funeral industry not just in Hong Kong but also in various parts of the world, emphasizing the global trend, challenges and issues faced by the industry, along with related opportunities in Hong Kong. Participants will be introduced to modern funeral concepts, the service-oriented philosophy, and the integration of technology, environment, and art to facilitate sustainable, modern funerals. In addition, the course aims to acquaint participants with the skills involved in communicating with the bereaved, not just covering the dos and don’ts in the process but allowing more idea exchange and discussion.
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Would you like to use the skills of counselling to advance your career? Would you like to learn more about yourself?

The Advanced Certificate in Counselling provides a comprehensive overview of the theories and techniques in counselling. We have supported many graduates of this course to pursue master’s degree in psychology/counselling in Hong Kong and overseas.

Some of the topics that you will learn in this course includes, 1) Introduction to Counselling, 2) Non-verbal and verbal communication skills in Counselling, 3) different approaches to counselling. The modules will provide you with a general understanding of the discipline and better prepare you for advanced studies in counselling and other related disciplines.
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Start 17 OCT 2024 (THU)
Duration 1 year
Fee HK$19,800
The Certificate in Positive Psychology programme provides an introduction to the core concepts and fundamental principles of positive psychology, including its philosophical approach and its practical applications. Throughout the programme, students explore the research and practice that make up the foundation of positive psychology. The implementation of positive psychology based exercises may contribute to positive mental wellness, increasing psychological assets and resourcefulness.
 
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Start 04 DEC 2024 (WED)
Duration 8 months
Fee Course Fee: HK$13,800
Would you like to be a psychologist? Would you like to learn more about yourself?

The Advanced Certificate in Psychology provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific study of thought and behaviours, We have supported many graduates of this course to pursue master's degree in psychology/counselling in Hong Kong and the rest of the world.

Some of the topics that you will learn in this course includes, 1) how people from different cultures react differently in negotiation, 2) how typical-developing children and children with learning difficulties learn differently, 3) the nature and definition of psychology. The modules will provide you with a general understanding of the discipline and better prepare you for advanced studies in psychology and other related disciplines.
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Duration 1 year to 3 years
Fee HK$19800
This program offers students comprehensive training in social sciences, designed to foster both personal growth and career advancement. It provides a solid foundation in counselling or psychology, preparing students for advanced studies in these fields.

The Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences features two specialised tracks: Counselling and Psychology. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded either an Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences (Counselling) or an Advanced Diploma in Applied Social Sciences (Psychology), depending on their chosen track.
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Start To be advised
Duration 2 years
Fee HK$54,600 (to be paid in 2 installments)
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開課日期 2024年10月30日 (星期三)
修業期 4個星期
課程費用 HK$1,185
本課程旨在將正向心理學理論和研究應用在家教、子女培育及親子關係等方面。培養家長正向的管教方法,同時透過靜觀(Mindfulness) 練習,紓緩家長管教子女的身心壓力。課程以講課、個案分享和日常生活實例等互動方式進行以加深學員對相關理論及實踐方法的了解。適合7 - 12 歲兒童之家長/照顧者及提倡和指導「家長」的教育工作者(如:社工、老師)報讀。
 
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開課日期 2024年11月1日 (星期五)
修業期 12小時
課程費用 HK$2000
This course aims to enable participants to develop a systematic approach to negotiation tactics and negotiating skills that help persons in crisis with self-destructive thoughts and emotions, alleviate people from potentially explosive situations, such as threatening complaints, suicidal and locked-in cases.

The course is particularly relevant and useful for junior social workers, headmasters and teachers, human resources managers, security guards, and disciplinary forces members.
 
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Start 02 NOV 2024 (SAT)
Duration 6 weeks
Fee HK$2,110