The University of Hong Kong
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JS6743
Bachelor of Social Sciences Elite Programme 社會科學學士精英課程
BSocSc(Elite)
Short Description
Specialised Concentrations (Declared at the End of Year 2)
Research Track: Academic Inquiry and Research Excellence
Students in the Research Track are encouraged to develop their own research interests and scholarly aspirations. Where appropriate, they may be paired with a Full Professor for academic mentorship and potential research collaboration, providing valuable exposure to advanced scholarly inquiry and research practice.
Impact Track: Social Innovation, Public Leadership and Enterprise
Students in the Impact Track will also engage with senior practitioners and recognised leaders from business, government, and civil society. These interactions provide opportunities to gain practical insights into leadership, public engagement, social innovation, organisational change, and cross-sector collaboration.
Faculty Mentorship, Whole-Person Development and Student-Centred Coaching
Reflecting the Faculty’s commitment to whole-person development, each student is paired upon admission with a member of the Faculty’s Deanery leadership team, who provides mentorship and guidance throughout the undergraduate journey. Through a combination of academic advising, developmental coaching, and reflective learning, students are supported in their intellectual growth, leadership development, personal wellbeing, and future planning.
Student-Initiated Learning Journey and Dedicated Study Grant
Consistent with the programme’s belief in student-directed learning, students are encouraged to shape aspects of their own educational experience through individually designed learning opportunities. To support these pursuits, students may benefit from admission scholarships and a dedicated study grant of up to HKD 100,000, which can be used for approved activities such as overseas study, student-led research, social innovation initiatives, entrepreneurial ventures, and professional development opportunities.
Accelerated 4+1 Articulation Pathway
A structured pathway enables students to progress seamlessly from undergraduate study to the Faculty’s master’s-level programmes. The Faculty currently offers more than 30 taught postgraduate programmes, subject to the relevant admission requirements.
Global Horizons and International Enrichment
BSocSc(Elite) students will have access to dedicated international enrichment opportunities designed to broaden global perspectives, deepen cross-cultural understanding, and enhance their capacity to engage critically with complex societal issues in Hong Kong, the region, and the wider world.
Remarks:
This programme is subject to the University’s approval.
Requirements
- Programme Entrance Requirements
- General Entrance Requirements
The calculation of programme score considers category A subjects and may include Mathematics Extended Module 1 or 2 or category C subject whichever is higher. Please refer to hku.hk/dse for details.
| Core Subjects | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGE | 3 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT3 | Attained |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 2 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) | 3 |
| ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING)4 | 3 |
| Or | |
| ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) | 3 |
| MATHEMATICS EXTENDED MODULE 1 OR 2 | 3 |
Remark:
- "Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education” is referred to as “HKDSE”.
- "Attained with Distinction" obtained prior to 2018, or "Attained with Distinction (I)" or "Attained with Distinction (II)" obtained in or after 2018, in Applied Learning subjects (other than Applied Learning Chinese) will be used as additional supporting information. In the meantime, student learning experiences in Applied Learning subjects may be considered within the context of other learning experiences in their application.
- Level 2 in Liberal Studies achieved in previous sitting will be considered in lieu of Citizenship and Social Development.
- Other Language subjects will be used as unspecified elective subjects. Please refer to hku.hk/dse for details.
- The result(s) of Combined Science and Integrated Science achieved in previous sitting(s) will also be considered.
Calculation of scores for applicants with more than 1 sitting in HKDSE Examination
In general, most of the programmes offered by HKU consider the best results achieved by candidates in different combination of sittings, except for a few programmes which only consider the latest results. Few programmes may also impose a penalty on HKDSE repeaters. Please refer to https://www.hku.hk/dse for details.
First Year Tuition Fee
HK$ 49,500
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