1. The University of Hong Kong
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  4. Bachelor of Science in Applied Child Development

Bachelor of Science in Applied Child Development

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

The University of Hong Kong

Program Overview

The BSc (Applied Child Development) programme provides students with a strong foundation in the knowledge, skills and attitude required for working with a wide diversity of children and families. Students will gain insights into the theories of child development and acquire deep understanding of the interrelationships among theory, research, practice and policy. This multi-disciplinary programme prepares students for further studies and careers in the fields of early childhood education and related areas, and offers students opportunities for field experience and supervised research

Program Key Stats

$176000 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria

3.5
35
90

1350
6
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Academic transcript(s) issued by high school / institution,An International Baccalaureate Diploma with 30 points out of 45 or equivalent,SAT Reasoning Test / ACT plus Writing and SAT Subject Test / Advanced Placement Test , A referee's report or reference letter completed by school principal or teacher, or by an academic referee, CV/Resume, A copy of identification document, IELTS or TOEFL test scores (An overall band of 6.5 in IELTS Academic Module, A score of 93 in the TOEFL internet-based test, or 583 in the paper-based test),Aptitude exercise,Proof of second language scores of HKDSE (Level 3 in Chinese Language; or Grade E in a language subject under Category C) OR HKALE (Grade E in AS Chinese Language and Culture or AL Chinese Literature)

Career Options

  • Teaching positions in schools and child care centres
  • special schools and other educational settings
  • Administration in NGOs
  • family and children s agencies and other educational bodies
  • Research opportunities in tertiary institutions and other organizations

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