Master of Social Sciences (Psychology) [MSocSc(Psy)]Master of Social Sciences (Psychology) [MSocSc(Psy)]
The mission of the MSocSc in Psychology [MSocSc(Psy)] programme is to provide high quality postgraduate education in psychology. The programme incorporates intensive research training, adopts a fit-for-purpose problem-based learning approach, and makes a capstone experience for every student in this programme so as to better equip our graduates for further studies or future career in psychology. The programme is typically one academic year for full-time study and two academic years for part-time study.
Curriculum Structure
48
Credits Compulsory Courses
12
Credits Capstone Experience Courses
60Credits
48
Credits Compulsory Courses
6
Credits Elective Courses
6
Credits Capstone Experience Courses
60Credits
Career Prospects
Further studies, or employment in education, commerce & industry, community, social & personal services, civil service, etc.
Alumni Sharing
Student Voices
"The MPA programme proved to be an eye-opener for me. Despite having been a technical bureaucrat throughout my career, I was amazed that it had opened so many new dimensions to me in the public administration arena. Subjects like policy formulation, implementation and critical analysis, human resources management, as well as financial management were much more enriching than what I had originally expected from a postgraduate course. In retrospect, I consider the time and effort spent at HKU well worth it for the intellectual as well as practical knowledge with which the programme has equipped me."
Ir Chi Keung HON, JP, Director, Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Development Bureau
MPA 1997Student Voices
"The MPA programme at HKU strikes the appropriate balance between theory and practice; it allowed me to build upon the skills and knowledge I needed in my pursuit to raise the standard of good governance and public service."
Mr. Alan N. LAI, GBS, JP, The Ombudsman, Office of the Ombudsman
MPA 1982Student Voices
"I appreciate how the MPA programme is designed to approach concepts and theories through day-to-day issues in society. Al though l had been working in Government for some time, as I went through the programme, I often discovered new perspectives, sometimes enlightened by a more d1eoretical-based framework, sometimes inspired from an "outsider's" standpoint. The programme would not be complete, however, without the good mix of classmates who brought not only ideas but also fun and laughter during class. The network built up is truly an asset to my career as I have access to contacts across many Government departments. I must say their official and unofficial advice has often made my job easier!"
Ms. Leonie H.L. LEE, Assistant Secretary, Education Bureau
MPA 2010