Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Social Work (Part-time)

Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Social Work
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Selection Process

• Qualified applicants will be interviewed to establish proper motivation and suitability for pursuing a qualifying social work programme in a reflective and learner-centred environment.
• Application result will be reflected in the application status in the online application system.

Aims

• To develop competent professionals who are critical, reflective and capable of generic social work practice and competent to face the challenges confronting social work in the changing society; and
• To educate graduate students to achieve the academic and professional qualification that is considered eligible for registration as Registered Social Workers in Hong Kong on the basis of a recognised social work degree.

Outcome Goals
Upon graduation, the graduates can:

• evaluate the changing social needs and societal context and practice in line with the values and the ethical principles of social work;
• integrate theory and practice, and identify new theories and innovative practice;
• apply social work skills at various levels of intervention;
• critically evaluate professional activities and service programmes and advocate for appropriate welfare and service reforms;
• examine power, diversity and social justice in social issues, social work practice and social policy; and
• appraise the value of life-long learning and professional development.