Programmes | Study Mode | Normative Study Period | Features |
MPhil-PhD in Social Welfare (PhD Stream) | Full-time Part-time |
36-48 months 48-64 months |
It is a research doctoral programme. Students shall submit a research thesis and pass the oral defence. |
MPhil-PhD Programme in Social Welfare (MPhil Stream) | Full-time Part-time |
24 months 36 months |
It is a research master’s programme. Students shall submit a research thesis and pass the oral defence. |
Master of Social Science Programme in Social Work (MSSc) | Full-time Part-time |
2 years 3 years |
It is a professional social work training programme. Students of this Programme are eligible to be Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Hong Kong upon graduation. |
Master of Social Work Programme (MSW) | Full-time | 1 year |
The Programme prepares students for taking up leadership roles in their profession at the social work field. Students are NOT eligible to become a Registered Social Worker (RSW) upon graduation. |
Master of Arts Programme in Family Counseling and Family Education (MAFCFE) | Part-time | 2 years | The Programme aims at helping students to acquire specialized training in family counselling and family education. |
Master of Arts Programme in Social Policy (MASP) | Full-time | 1 year | The Programme provides specialized training in planning and evaluation of social policies. |
Master of Arts Programme in Social Service Management(MASSM) | Full-time Part-time |
1 year 2 years |
The Programme aims at providing a broad-based foundation in social service management, and helping students to have an in-depth understanding of current management theories and practices. |