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Advanced Certificate in Psychology
心理學高等證書

CEF Reimbursable Course

CEF Reimbursable Course

Course Code
CS004A
Application Code
2150-CS004A

Credit
60
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
17 Oct 2023 (Tue)
Next intake(s)
04-2024
Duration
1 year to 3 years
Language
English
Deadline on 13 Oct 2023 (Fri)
Enquiries
29755865
25710630
How to Apply

Highlights

The Advanced Certificate in Psychology is a part-time study programme primarily designed for those who are interested to acquire foundation knowledge in some key areas of psychology, including social psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, organizational behavior and personality psychology. The modules will provide students with a general understanding of the discipline and better prepare them for advanced studies in psychology and other related disciplines.

This programme caters to practitioners in various fields such as education, business, human resources, nursing, and public services etc. who are seeking to enhance personal and/or professional development. For degree holders in a discipline other than psychology, the Advanced Certificate programme will provide a good understanding of the discipline and better prepare them for studies at a more advanced level.

Programme Details

Upon completion of the Advanced Certificate in Psychology, students will be able to describe and explain major theoretical approaches in psychology. They are also expected to apply knowledge in psychology to different aspects of daily life such as understanding of oneself and others, work, and so on.

Based on personal merits and academic background, holders of the Advanced Certificate in Psychology may be eligible to apply for further studies in psychology.

Assessment

In general, modules will be assessed by coursework and written examination with the minimum attendance requirement of 75%.

 

Application Code 2150-CS004A -

Days / Time
  • Tuesday, 6:45pm - 9:45pm
  • Thursday, 6:45pm - 9:45pm
  • Saturday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Modules

There are 6 modules in this programme:

Abnormal Psychology

異常心理學

Developmental Psychology

發展心理學

Introduction to Psychology

心理學導論

Organizational Behavior

組織行為學

Personality Psychology

性格心理學

Social Psychology

社會心理學

 

Class Details

Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (normally 6:45p.m. - 9:45p.m.) and Saturday afternoons (normally 2:00p.m. - 6:00p.m.).

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall hold:

  1. an associate degree, higher diploma or advanced diploma; or
  2. an equivalent qualifications.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

Applicants should be able to read & write in both English and Chinese.

*All applicants are subject to screening and final approval by the programme team.

Fee

Application Fee

HK$150 (non-refundable)

Course Fee
  • HK$16500 (to be paid in 1 instalment)

CEF

  • The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses
Advanced Certificate in Psychology
心理學高等證書
COURSE CODE 44K106098 FEES $16,500 ENQUIRY 2975-5865
Continuing Education Fund Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Advanced Certificate in Psychology

  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [4])

Apply

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Enrolment Method

Applicants should submit:

i) a completed application form*,
ii) copies of academic certificates, iii) a copy of HKID card or passport, and iv) an application fee of HK$150  by crossed cheque (payable to “HKU SPACE”) to the following address:

             Ms Emma Ng
HKU SPACE, Unit 1109, 11/F, Fortress Tower,
250 King’s Road, North Point, H.K.
(Remarks: Application for the Advanced Certificate in Psychology)
 
* Application forms can be obtained from any HKU SPACE Learning Centres