| Year of Entry | 2013 |
| Mode of Funding | Government funded |
| Admission Code | 1327 |
| Mode of Study | Full time |
| Indicative Intake Target |
Please click here for details.
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| Tuition Fee | Click here for more information |
| Direct/Non-JUPAS Application Deadline |
28 Feb 2013
(Local & Non-local)
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| Accept Late Applications |
Yes
(Local)
No
(Non-local)
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| Admissions Tutor |
Prof Graeme Lang
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| Programme Leader |
Dr Chan Yuk Wah
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| General Enquiries |
This programme explores Asia’s place in the contemporary world and Hong Kong’s strategic positioning both within the region, and the world. It aims to develop students’ knowledge of the socio-political, economic and cultural processes of the changes occurring in Asian countries and to situate them in the broader international context by reflecting on Asia's increasing significance in world affairs. Through its interdisciplinary curriculum and social research training, the major seeks to equip students with analytic skills that are of value to organisations in diverse economic sectors thoughout Hong Kong, Asia and beyond. In addition, it enhances students’ critical reasoning and problem-solving skills and will extend and deepen their regional and global perspectives.
This programme aims to develop vital human resources that are of strategic importance to Hong Kong. It will develop your knowledge and skills and broaden and deepen your international and regional perspectives to prepare you for a career in both government offices and commercial sectors. Graduates are employable in a wide variety of occupational fields, including social research, market research, journalism and mass media, public relations, commerce, project-planning and management, social enterprises and non-governmental organisations.
To be eligible for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.
For senior-year admission, applicants are normally expected to have completed the AD/HD award with a CGPA of ≥3.0, or an equivalent overall mark or credit award.
HKDSE students will apply through JUPAS. They may select this major after admission to the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. For details, click here.
