Program Overview

Program Overview

The College of International Education (CIE) at Hong Kong Baptist University offers a range of programs, including the Associate Degree Programme in Psychology.

Psychology Program

The Psychology program provides theoretical and practical training to students in professional psychology. It enables students to understand and explain human behavior and mental processes from diverse perspectives. The program offers internship opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in various settings, including social welfare organizations and research.

Program Features

• Internship opportunities in related settings
• Acquiring and applying research knowledge in different projects
• Strengthening critical thinking through critiquing academic journal papers

Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue careers in human resources, social service, research, education, and psychology-related disciplines.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes:

• Discipline Specific Content (24 Units)
  • Concentration Studies (15 Units)
    • Abnormal Psychology
    • Child Psychology
    • Personality Psychology
    • Research Methods and Design in Psychology
    • Social Psychology
  • Elective Studies (9 Units)
    • Students are required to take 3 courses from a list of options, including Fundamentals of Health Psychology, Introduction to Scientific and Quantitative Methods in Psychology, and Psychology of Happiness
• Generic Content (38 Units)
  • Core Courses
  • University General Education Courses
  • Free Electives

Articulation Track Records

The program has articulation agreements with various universities, including:

• Hong Kong Baptist University
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• City University of Hong Kong
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• The Education University of Hong Kong
• Lingnan University
• Hong Kong Metropolitan University
• Hong Kong Shue Yan University
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - SPEED
• Universities in Australia, the UK, and the USA

Special Facilities

The Psychology Laboratory and Child Assessment Centre at Shek Mun Campus provide facilities for students to carry out laboratory observations, assessments, and experiments.

College Life

The college offers various activities and events, including guest lectures, internships, and visits to related organizations.

Alumni Sharing

Alumni have shared their positive experiences and achievements after graduating from the program, highlighting the valuable learning experience and solid foundation provided by the college.

Admissions

The college offers various programs, including the Higher Diploma Programme, Associate Degree Programme, and Self-funded Undergraduate Programmes. Admission criteria and procedures are available through the college's admissions office.

Student Development

The Student Development Centre provides guidance and counseling services, student support, whole-person development, leadership and experiential learning, academic and career development, internationalization, student achievements, scholarship and financial aid, and college events.

News and Media

The college publishes news, press releases, and publications, and produces videos to showcase its activities and achievements.

About CIE

The College of International Education is committed to providing quality education and promoting internationalization. Its vision and mission are to foster a community of learners and to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The college has a range of academic, administrative, and committee structures in place to ensure the quality of its programs and services.