Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sociology
社會學社會科學學士(榮譽)
Year 3 Entry – Post-Secondary
| Programme Code Non-JUPAS: *BSSC - SOC | Duration of Study | Mode of Study | Class Start Date |
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction for classroom teaching (in all forms) at HKBU is English, except for those courses that are granted exemption.
Fund Type
Government Funded
Credits Required for Graduation
128
General Information
The Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) in Sociology offers a comprehensive exploration of social relationships within global, regional, and local institutional contexts, underpinned by rigorous and cutting-edge data analytic research methodologies. This programme is designed to cultivate students' ability in three key areas: (1) understanding the persistence and change of social actions, structures, and their relationships with diverse social institutions; (2) fostering a critical comprehension of social values and meanings of social behaviors; and (3) nurturing the capacity to undertake rigorous research on pertinent social issues.
Internship and exchange opportunities with overseas agencies, firms and universities are available through the Department, the Faculty, and the University.
Careers in NGOs, social marketing, social enterprises, data management, social research, journalism and media, social services, education, civil services, public relations, administrative management, and human resources management.
A substantial number of students continue on to postgraduate studies in related professional fields in Hong Kong and overseas.
Programme Contact Information
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