Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Special Education
The Education University of Hong Kong
Key Information
Campus location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
HKD 140,000 / per year *
Application deadline
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* non-local students per annum; local students: HK$42,100 per annum
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Introduction
Programme Aims
Graduates of the programme are expected to be competent practitioners in schools and community settings, who possess knowledge, skills, and values needed to contribute to the special education field. Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be able to:
- demonstrate understanding of special needs and the roles of different stakeholders;
- evaluate ethical issues and advocate equal opportunities and rights relevant to special education needs;
- formulate and implement intervention plans for supporting individuals with special needs in school and community settings;
- demonstrate the ability to interact with families, schools, and communities effectively to facilitate inclusion and enhance the quality of life for people with special needs; and
- analyze and solve problems relating to the education and development of people with special needs by integrating theories, empirical literature, ethical considerations and practical experience.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The total credit point requirement for the BA(SE) degree is 121 and this normally requires four years of full-time study. The programme structure is summarized below.
Domain | Credit Points (cps) (for Year-1 Entrants) |
Major
| 54 |
Final Year Project
| 6 |
General Education
| 22 |
Language Enhancement | 9 |
Electives (including Second Major or Minors) | 30 |
Total (minimum required cps for graduation): | 121 |
Notes:
(1) Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre / Sports Centre as decided by the University.
(2) Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1-night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute 18% of the estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the 2023/24 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
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Career Opportunities
Career Prospects/Professional Qualifications
The skills and perspectives students developed through the BA(SE) will be of particular value in careers related to social services, community development, and education-related business in government and non-governmental organisations. Possible positions may include:
- Special Education Coordinator/Facilitator in NGOs, rehabilitation centres, sheltered workshops and training units, etc. to provide assessment and case management services, family support, and home care coordination to people with disabilities;
- Project Officer, Liaison Officer or Community Support Officer in government and non-government agencies, charities, private enterprises, community groups etc., to work with community services and other professionals;
- Executive Officer or Equal Opportunities Officer in government, non-government and private organizations to facilitate self-advocacy and/or negotiate on behalf of people with disabilities; and
- Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentors, or Project Coordinator in mainstream and special learning environments such as schools, NGOs, rehabilitation centres, and learning support units.
Graduates may also continue their professional development through postgraduate studies and extend their career horizon to academic/teaching professionals, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, clinical audiologists, social workers, job placement specialists or consultants in the field of inclusive and special education.
*Remarks: The BA(SE) programme facilitates students to pursue careers in relation to education and human services. Completion of the programme will not lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Hong Kong. Upon graduation, students who are interested in pursuing professional teacher training may apply for a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) or programmes granting a QTS.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.