Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Counselling

课程简介

Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Counselling 课程名称：Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Counselling 学院/学系：Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences 学位：MSocSc 学制：Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years 学费：HK$213,440/programme (including practicum fee) 入学年份：2026 September 资助性质：Self-financed 授课语言：English 申请开始日期：01 Sep 2026 申请截止日期：7 Jun 2027 (non-local) 30 Jul 2027 (local) (Early closure of application upon quota full) 联系方式：(852) 3411 5562 sowk@hkbu.edu.hk https://sowk.hkbu.edu.hk/en/programmes/

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入学要求

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课程结构

The study curriculum may change from time to time. Applicants may make reference to the programme website or the University Student Handbook for details of the list of courses. Outcome Goals: Upon completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to: become self-directed learners, recognising personal needs, selecting preferred alternatives for themselves; become reflexive professionals in counselling, who are able to assess changing social needs, challenge the dominant discourse that is oppressing and disempowering people, particularly the powerless people; have a solid conceptual framework in understanding human diversity and needs; analyse the social dynamics and policies which affect the counselling needs of people; acquire knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of selected counselling perspectives, and that of narrative therapy in particular; apply the selected counselling theories and practice skills in counselling with people in need and in different work settings; be "research literate" - and be able to criticise, use and promote research relevant to advancing students' counselling capacity and professional sensitivity. Upon completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to: become self-directed learners, recognising personal needs, selecting preferred alternatives for themselves; become reflexive professionals in counselling, who are able to assess changing social needs, challenge the dominant discourse that is oppressing and disempowering people, particularly the powerless people; have a solid conceptual framework in understanding human diversity and needs; analyse the social dynamics and policies which affect the counselling needs of people; acquire knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of selected counselling perspectives, and that of narrative therapy in particular; apply the selected counselling theories and practice skills in counselling with people in need and in different work settings; be "research literate" - and be able to criticise, use and promote research relevant to advancing students' counselling capacity and professional sensitivity. Upon completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to: become self-directed learners, recognising personal needs, selecting preferred alternatives for themselves; become reflexive professionals in counselling, who are able to assess changing social needs, challenge the dominant discourse that is oppressing and disempowering people, particularly the powerless people; have a solid conceptual framework in understanding human diversity and needs; analyse the social dynamics and policies which affect the counselling needs of people; acquire knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of selected counselling perspectives, and that of narrative therapy in particular; apply the selected counselling theories and practice skills in counselling with people in need and in different work settings; be "research literate" - and be able to criticise, use and promote research relevant to advancing students' counselling capacity and professional sensitivity. Upon completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to: become self-directed learners, recognising personal needs, selecting preferred alternatives for themselves; become reflexive professionals in counselling, who are able to assess changing social needs, challenge the dominant discourse that is oppressing and disempowering people, particularly the powerless people; have a solid conceptual framework in understanding human diversity and needs; analyse the social dynamics and policies which affect the counselling needs of people; acquire knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of selected counselling perspectives, and that of narrative therapy in particular; apply the selected counselling theories and practice skills in counselling with people in need and in different work settings; be "research literate" - and be able to criticise, use and promote research relevant to advancing students' counselling capacity and professional sensitivity. Upon completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to: become self-directed learners, recognising personal needs, selecting preferred alternatives for themselves; become reflexive professionals in counselling, who are able to assess changing social needs, challenge the dominant discourse that is oppressing and disempowering people, particularly the powerless people; have a solid conceptual framework in understanding human diversity and needs; analyse the social dynamics and policies which affect the counselling needs of people; acquire knowledge of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of selected counselling perspectives, and that of narrative therapy in particular; apply the selected counselling theories and practice skills in counselling with people in need and in different work settings; be "research literate" - and be able to criticise, use and promote research relevant to advancing students' counselling capacity and professional sensitivity. Aims / 课程目标 developing students' knowledge in understanding, analysing and researching the changing needs of people and the social cultural contexts within which these individuals develop; and equipping students with selected counseling theories and practice skills, with cognitive behavior therapy and narrative therapy in particular. developing students' knowledge in understanding, analysing and researching the changing needs of people and the social cultural contexts within which these individuals develop; and equipping students with selected counseling theories and practice skills, with cognitive behavior therapy and narrative therapy in particular. developing students' knowledge in understanding, analysing and researching the changing needs of people and the social cultural contexts within which these individuals develop; and equipping students with selected counseling theories and practice skills, with cognitive behavior therapy and narrative therapy in particular. developing students' knowledge in understanding, analysing and researching the changing needs of people and the social cultural contexts within which these individuals develop; and equipping students with selected counseling theories and practice skills, with cognitive behavior therapy and narrative therapy in particular. developing students' knowledge in understanding, analysing and researching the changing needs of people and the social cultural contexts within which these individuals develop; and equipping students with selected counseling theories and practice skills, with cognitive behavior therapy and narrative therapy in particular. Admission Requirements / 入学要求 Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent. Language Proficiency Requirement / 英语要求 Proof of English proficiency is required for all applicants whose Bachelor’s degree is obtained from non-English medium institutions. These applicants must meet the following minimum requirements for English proficiency: an overall band score of 6.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*; or a score of 74 (internet-based test) in TOEFL*; or an equivalent score on a comparable test. *Note: Test result provided should be within two years from the date of issuance of the Admission Offer letter. TOEFL iBT Home Edition or IELTS Indicator test is not accepted. Others Preferably with relevant experience of working with people in related fields; and Some background knowledge in psychology, human development, guidance, and/or other related courses.