Master of Applied Psychology

Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, HK, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

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# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

31,269 USDTuition Fee/year

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Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Programme Aims

This is a Master’s level programme for graduates with a psychology major who are looking for systematic training in the latest advances in assessment and practice methods used in various professional psychology settings.

The programme aims to provide a well-balanced foundation in assessment, intervention, research and evaluation. Over 1 or 2 years, a solid identity as an applied psychologist with functional competencies in these areas will be established.

Characteristics

The teaching faculty members of the Department of Applied Social Sciences have a long history of being active in multi-year and territory-wide research and consultancy projects that reflect the policy priorities of Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland. This background has resulted in the development of a unique curriculum that includes direct and innovative instructional strategies, and in some cases first-hand exposure to the large-scale implementation of experimental programmes in education, health and social care.

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Programme Aims

Characteristics

IELTS

TOEFL

80+

A recognised Bachelor's degree with a major in Psychology.

If you are not a native speaker of English, and your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirement for admission purposes.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

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International Students

Tuition Fee/year

31,269 USD

Other Expenses

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