Program Overview
The Social Work at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a Master of SocialWork programme in Social Sciences over 36 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 Work 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 27,007 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 22,328 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Human Behaviour & Social Environment
- Advanced Social Work Theory & Practice I
- Advanced Social Work Theory & Practice II
- Critical Introduction to Social Work
- Law & Social Work
- Practice Research in Social Work
- Principles & Methods of Social Service Administration
- MSW Fieldwork I
- MSW Fieldwork II
- MSW Integrative Seminar in Social Work Studies
- Social Problem, Policy Analysis & Accountability
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor\'s degree from a recognised university.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,007 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 22,328 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,007 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 22,328 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The Hong Kong Polytechnic 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 The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Kowloon, Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a public university in Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The university is one of the eight government-funded degree-granting tertiary institutions in Hong...
University Profile- Application Deadline Aug, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
