The Department of Sociology offers an undergraduate degree programme: BSocSc (Hons) in Sociology. The programme emphasizes students acquiring an intellectual foundation in sociological theory and social research methods, as well as familiarity with the main features of social development and social organizations in China and Hong Kong. In addition to required courses, students are free to choose from a wide variety of electives. These electives may be grouped into three broad categories - occupational and industrial sociology, family and gender studies, population and development.

BSocSc (Hons) in Sociology 
 
  1. To illuminate the complex patterns of relationships among individuals, groups, and larger social structures in a cross-cultural perspective;

  2. To enhance the understanding of continuities and changes at the local, regional and global levels;

  3. To provide a comprehensive and integrated understanding of Chinese cultures and societies;

  4. To enable students to appreciate the complexities of Hong Kong society in all its manifestations;

  5. To cultivate abilities and creativity in independent research and theoretical investigation;

  6. To develop critical thinking skills adequate for academic inquiry and everyday problem-solving;

  7. To enable students to acquire and apply such transferable practical skills as problem identification, argument formulation, evidence gathering, analytical logic, teamwork, information technology and communication ability suitable for a wide variety of professional careers in civil service, social service, education and business sectors;

  8. To encourage an enthusiasm for life-long learning which in some instances will lead to postgraduate studies;

  9. To train students to appreciate and respect human diversity, and recognize the significance of cultural and social differences; and

  10. To enable students to conduct and complete a research project independently.

BSocSc (Hons) in Sociology
Curriculum StructureBSocSc in Sociology
Major courses
Major required courses27 units
Major elective courses36 units
General education courses
University Core13 units
GE Programme18 units
Elective courses30 units
Social Sciences Common Core4 units
Total128 units

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BSocSc (Hons) in Sociology

 

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