Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in ASIAN STUDIES (BSS-AS) 亞洲研究（榮譽）社會科學學士 QF Level: 5 QR Registration No.: 18/000849/L5 Registration Validity Period: 08/11/2018 to 31/08/2021 社會科學系 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCE 香港恒生大學 THE HANG SENG UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Programme Features HOLISTIC STRUCTURE • The programme provides students with fundamental knowledge of social sciences and humanities with respect to issue in the Asian context. • Specific modules are offered by the Department of Social Science. This ensures the linkage and coherence of the modules offered. Student sharing: I took foundation modules on Asian studies, political science and sociology in my first two years of study. In year 3 and 4, I have enrolled in different major electives modules based on my interest and competence. Citing, reading and writing academic articles are essential to learning. While the process of exploring an issue may be time-consuming and demanding, the output and new knowledge acquisition bring me joy and great fulfilment. (Tim Fong, Year 4 student) MULTI-DISCIPLINARY APPROACH • The programme provides multi-disciplinary knowledge and training in social science and humanities. • Students are trained to evaluate situations and problems in the Asian context by adopting multi-disciplinary perspectives. Student sharing: My experience in studying Social Sciences in Asian Studies is fulfilling. As Asia stands on the global spotlight, BSS-AS adopts a pragmatic and practical approach in understanding its dynamics and developments. It has been a challenge to study the complexity and uniqueness of Asia, but these characteristics are what make it more fascinating. The programme encouraged learning from multi-disciplinary perspectives, allowing me to critically evaluate issues and current affairs. Personally researching an unfamiliar topic, consulting an expert about it and concluding with your own insight – these are just bits of what make this programme so self-rewarding and worthwhile! (Karli Lo, Year 3 student) OVERSEAS EXPERIENCE • The programme equips students with abilities to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. • Cross-cultural experience cultivates students' critical thinking, communication skills and respect for cultural diversity. • Through academic exchange, study tour, summer course, voluntary work or placement, students can gain overseas experience in Asia. Student sharing: Working as an intern at the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Indonesia was a brand-new experience. My major duties included data collection and updating information about Southeast Asian countries. During the six-week stay in Jakarta, I experienced the power blackout on Java Island when the city became powerless and transport was paralysed. I also witnessed how the Indonesian Government coped with the chaos. (Danny Lam, Year 4 student) ASIAN LANGUAGE TRAINING • The programme requires students to attain at least 6 credits in Japanese, Korean or other Asian language modules. • Students may also take advanced level language modules as electives to enhance their competitiveness in the job market or further study. Student sharing: I joined the summer programme organised by the Chung-Ang University in Korea. I had the Korean class every day and 5 lectures about Korean culture. For the Korean class, I learned a lot since I had many chances to speak and listen to Korean. After joining this programme, my Korean proficiency has increased especially in listening because I listen to Korean every day. Also, I am confident to speak Korean. (Athena Chan, Year 3 student) Overseas Learning Experience The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) offers exchange opportunities for students in BSS-AS at overseas institutions. Along with the acquisition of academic theories and concepts, students can further their critical thinking skills, communication skills and respect for cultural diversity, which prepare them to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. Our Exchange Partners in Asia Include: Mainland China • Shanghai University of International Business and Economics • University of International Business and Economics Japan • Aichi Shukutoku University • Nanzan University • Osaka International University • Seinan Gakuin University • University of Niigata Prefecture Korea • Chung-Ang University • Hanyang University • Inha University • Korea University Sejong Campus • Pukyong National University • Sangmyung University • SolBridge International School of Business, Woosong University • Yong In University Malaysia • Taylor’s University Taiwan • Chung Yuan Christian University • Feng Chia University • Fu Jen Catholic University • National Changhua University of Education • National Taipei University • National Taiwan University • Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages Internship Opportunities Job placement allows students to better understand what it is like in the workplace and sharpen their interpersonal skills. Students will be able to interact with people in the industry and attain valuable insights in the business environment. Career Prospect Graduates from BSS-AS have diverse employment pathways. • Administrative Services • Cultural Industry • Media Work • Politics • Business • Education (*with PGDE) • Non-government Organisation • Social Service Programme Structure 課程結構 Year One Common Core Curriculum 共同核心科目 • GEN1000 Perspectives on General Education • ENG1010 English for Effective Communication • CHN1000 Freshman Chinese • CHN1002 Chinese Literature Appreciation • COM2004 Introduction to Information Technology • ENG2010 English for Academic Purposes Business Education 商學教育 • ECO1000 Principles of Economics • MGT1002 Principles of Management Asian Studies Major Core 亞洲研究專修 • ASI1000 Introduction to Asian Studies • ASI1001 Fundamentals of Political Science • ASI1002 Individual and Society Year Two Common Core Curriculum 共同核心科目 • GE Cluster (1) Elective • GE Cluster (2) Elective • CHN2001 Applied Putonghua • ENG2020 English for Business Communication Asian Studies Major Core 亞洲研究專修 • ASI2001 International Relations of Asia • ASI2002 Philosophy and Public Affairs in Asia • ASI2003 Modern Asia: A Comparative History • ASI2004 Social Problems in Asia Asian Studies Major Elective 亞洲研究選修 • Asian Language • Asian Language Year Three Common Core Curriculum 共同核心科目 • GE Cluster (3) Elective • GE Cluster (4) Elective • AMS2340 Introduction to Social Statistics Free Elective 自由選修 • Free Elective Asian Studies Major Core 亞洲研究專修 • ASI2000 Social Sciences Research Methods Asian Studies Major Elective 亞洲研究選修 • *Major Elective Module (1) • *Major Elective Module (2) • *Major Elective Module (3) • *Major Elective Module (4) • *Major Elective Module (5) • *Major Elective Module (6) Year Four Common Core Curriculum 共同核心科目 • GE Elective • GE Elective Free Elective 自由選修 • Free Elective • Free Elective Asian Studies Major Elective 亞洲研究選修 • *ASI4900 Senior Thesis OR *Major Elective Module (9) + *ASI4500 Seminar on Asian Studies • *Major Elective Module (7) • *Major Elective Module (8) *For ASI modules, students are required to take at least 3 modules in Level 4000 (excluding ASI4500 and ASI4900) Major Elective Modules 選修單元 • Governance in Asia • Economic Regionalism in Asia • The Chinese Diaspora and Migration • Religions and Societies in Asia • Psychology in Asian Context • Cultural Tourism in Asia • Asian Food and Cuisines • Japanese Culture and Society • Globalization of Korean Popular Culture • Disaster and Crisis Management in Asia • Political Emotions and Social Justice in Asia • Scientific Development and Social Changes in Asia • Appreciating Asian Art, Heritage and Museum • Environmental Issues and Sustainability in Asia • Chinese Society: Changes and Transformation • Gender, Race and Ethnicity in Asian Societies Asian Languages 亞洲語言 • Korean • Japanese 課程特色 跨學科課程 針對不同的亞洲議題，本課程為學生提供社會科學和人文學科的基礎知識。課程由社會科學系統一籌辦，確保不同學科間的連繫和一貫性。 學生分享︰透過閱讀中文繪本和玩遊戲，我有機會服務巴基斯坦小朋友，在對談中我理解到宗教在他們生活的重要性。透過少數族裔帶領的導賞團，我認識到少數族裔的生活文化以及他們在香港生活面對的困難。以上的體驗都加深了我對本地少數族裔社群 的認識，使我對學習更加投入。 杜欣樺￿(二年級生) 多元化教育 課程為學生提供多學科的知識和訓練，著重培訓他們多角度分析的能力去瞭解亞洲的形勢及問題。 學生分享︰透過多元化的選修科目，我能從多角度深入了解亞洲問題，不論從政治、社會、歷史等方面，都有更深認識，亦有機會學習其他亞洲語言。 葉繕瑩￿(二年級生) 海外交流 課程為學生提供海外交流、暑期遊學團、義工活動等機會，藉此培養學生的批判思維、溝通技巧和尊重不同文化的態度，為他們將來在多元文化環境下工作做好準備。 學生分享︰過往三年，我曾到過韓國參加夏季課程，以及參與到日本及台灣的遊學團。從這些海外學習體驗中，透過實地考察及課堂，我學習到當地的社會文化及歷史，亦對各種議題有更深入的見解。 鍾宛叡￿(四年級生) 亞洲語言 學生必須修讀不少於6個學分的韓文、日文等亞洲語言單元。課程亦提供進階的語言單元讓學生選修，以加強他們升學和就業的競爭力。 學生分享︰在亞研修讀日文課程時，雖然過程不容易，但在日語老師的鼓勵下學習過程才變得順利，老師也安排我們在課室以外的場合練習，使我的日語進步不少。 林癸渝￿(三年級生) 海外交流 香港恒生大學(恒大)為亞洲研究課程的學生提供不少海外交流的機會，讓他們在多元文化的環境學習。學生可前往中國內地、台灣、日本、韓國及馬來西亞等地作海外交流，通過親身體驗加深對亞洲地區的認知。 中國內地 • 上海對外經貿大學 • 對外經濟貿易大學 日本 • 西南學院大學 • 愛知淑德大學 • 南山大學 • 大阪國際大學 • 新潟縣立大學 韓國 • 中央大學 • 漢陽大學 • 仁荷大學 • 祥明大學 • 龍仁大學 • 國立釜慶大學 • 高麗大學世宗校區 • 又松大學國際商學院 馬來西亞 • 泰萊大學 台灣 • 國立台灣大學 • 國立台北大學 • 國立彰化師範大學 • 天主教輔仁大學 • 逢甲大學 • 文藻外語大學 • 中原大學 實習機會 課程致力與業界保持緊密聯繫以尋找更多合作機會，讓學生於各類公私營機構實習。這些實習機會有助學生認識職場文化，提升人際溝通技巧，並培養良好的工作態度；他們不但學以致用，更可提升未來的競爭力。 就業前景與進修機會 課程旨在培訓學生具備多學科知識、批判思維及國際視野。故此，學生畢業後可於不同行業發揮所長。畢業生的就業出路多元化，舉例如下： •￿￿社會服務￿ •￿￿非政府組織￿ •￿￿媒體工作 •￿￿政府機關￿ •￿￿文化事業￿ •￿￿企業管理 •￿￿教育界（*須修讀學位教師教育文憑課程） 課程亦提供紮實的社會科學/亞洲研究學術基礎，學生畢業後可考慮報讀相關碩士課程，繼續深造。 ENQUIRIES ON APPLICATION AND ADMISSION 入學申請查詢 Applicants can submit their applications through the HSUHK Online Application System. For further enquiries, please contact the Registry. 申請者可透過恒大網上入學申請系統申請。如有進一步查詢，請聯絡本校教務處。 Tel 電話: 3963 5555 Fax傳真 : 3963 5553 Website 網頁 : www.hsu.edu.hk Programme Email 課程查詢 : ssc@hsu.edu.hk Admission Email 入學查詢 : ugadmission@hsu.edu.hk Address 地址 : Hang Shin Link, Siu Lek Yuen, Shatin, NT 新界沙田小瀝源行善里 In case of any discrepancy between the English and Chinese versions of the contents of this pamphlet, the English version shall prevail. 本課程簡介內容以英文版本為準，中文譯本僅供參考。 The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong is incorporated in Hong Kong with limited liability by guarantee. 香港恒生大學是一間於香港註冊成立之擔保有限公司。 Information updated as of April 2020. 有關資料更新至2020年4月。