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Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Digital Humanities and Social Sciences (This programme is subject to the approval of the Senate.)

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

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Study Mode Full-time: 1 year

Tuition Fee HK$240,000/programme

Cut Off Date 23 Jul 2027

Year of Entry 2027 September

Funding Nature Self-financed

Medium of Instruction English

Application Start DateDecember 2026 (the exact date is to be provided)

Application Deadline7 Jun 2027 (non-local) 
23 Jul 2027 (local)

 

Programme DirectorTo be provided

Programme Office(852) 3411 6475fass_general@hkbu.edu.hkcoming soon  

Selection Process

Application results will be reflected in the application status in the online application system.

Aims

The programme is designed to accomplish the following objectives:

 

  • To investigate critical issues in the arts and humanities using innovative digital methods and AI-powered platforms;
  • To manage innovative digital cultural projects (e.g., digital narratives, interactive archives, and virtual learning experiences) and technology-related research with the guidance of social, ethical, and governance principles;
  • To engage in policy development about technology; and
  • To communicate complex digital phenomena with historical, philosophical, and ethical depth.

Programme Structure 

Units Requirement27 units
Required Courses15 units
Elective Courses12 units
Study Curriculum(Coming soon)

 

Applicants should possess:

  1. A bachelor’s degree (in any discipline) from a recognised university or comparable institution; or
  2. A qualification deemed to be equivalent.

Language Proficiency Requirement: 

Proof of English proficiency is required for all applicants whose first degree is obtained from non-English medium institutions. These applicants must meet the following minimum requirements for English proficiency.

 

  1. An overall band score of 6.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*; or
  2.  A TOEFL score of 79 (internet-based test)*; or
  3. A score of 450 in College English Test band 6 (CET-6)*.

 

*Note: Test result provided should be within two years from the date of issuance of the Admission Offer Letter. TOEFL iBT Home Edition or IELTS Indicator test is not accepted.

 

  1. The above information is for reference only and is subject to change without prior notice. Hong Kong Baptist University reserves the right of final decision and interpretation in case of any dispute.
     
  2. Please note that a non-refundable admission confirmation fee, including the first instalment of tuition fee plus other administrative fees must be paid upon acceptance of the admission offer.

 

 

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