Program Overview
The Social Sciences at Hong Kong Shue Yan University is a MSS programme in Social Sciences taught in English, Chinese (Mandarin) over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Hong Kong and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English, Chinese (Mandarin)
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,371 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theorizing Market and State
- Critical Research Methodologies
- Contemporary China in Transition
- Religion and Market Economy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,371 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,371 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hong Kong Shue Yan University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong Shue Yan University strives to nurture its students to becoming successful individuals, by combining professional and practical knowledge with societal needs that allow young graduates...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English, Chinese (Mandarin)
- Duration 12 months
