Languages and Communication
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Chinese Language, Literature and Communication
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Japanese Studies
- Bachelor of Communication and Media
- Associate of Arts in Applied Chinese Studies
- Associate of Arts in Bilingual Communication Studies (Japanese and Chinese)
- Associate of Arts in Bilingual Communication Studies (Korean and Chinese)
- Associate of Arts in English for Professional Communication
Associate of Arts in Applied Chinese Studies
The Associate of Arts in Applied Chinese Studies places dual emphasis on both academic and practical skills, covering Chinese language, linguistics, classical and modern literature, history, culture and thoughts. Together they equip the students with Chinese language expertise and practical communication competence needed for further studies and careers in Hong Kong. The programme actively organises student activities such as seminars and cultural visits to widen the students’ horizon and boost their academic and cultural literacy outside the classroom. Working with numerous organisations, the programme provides the students internship opportunities to explore their potential and improve their employability. The experience not only enables the students to apply the academic and organisational skills they have learnt, but also familiarises them with real working environments that will benefit their career development.
FACULTY |
PROG. CODEAAACS |
CAMPUSTai Wai |
QF LEVEL4 |
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DURATION2 years
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CREDIT POINTS63 CPS
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AWARD TYPEAssociate Degree
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Admission, entry requirements, fees
Applications can be submitted by the following methods:
- E-APP (for current year HKDSE only)
- Online Application (for all applicants with DSE/ other qualifications, or mature applicants)
- By Post / In Person (Application Form)
Click here for more information on admissions procedures.
Programme Specific Entry Requirements
- No programme specific entrance requirements however preference will be given to applicants with level 3 or above in HKDSE Chinese Language or Chinese Literature.
Fees
Application Fee
$150
Application fee is payable when applicants are invited for interviews. Application fee can be paid by the following methods:
- By direct deposit at any branch of the Hang Seng Bank or ATM transfer (Bank Code: 024) (A/C number: 359-300001-004) OR
- By Octopus Card at the College Office
Tuition Fee
Associate Degree Programmes
HK$1,900 per credit x
63 Credits required for Programme Completion
= HK$119,700
Associate of Social Science in Social Work
HK$2,600 per credit x 38 social work courses credit +
HK$1,900 per credit x 21 general Education credit +
HK$2,500 per credit x 15 fieldwork placement credit
= HK$176,200
Other Fees
A Graduation Fee of $400 will be charged upon enrolment in a programme.
Financial Assistance
Students enrolled in self-financing Bachelor/Associate Degree /Higher Diploma programmes are eligible to apply for financial assistance from the following sources:
- Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (FASP)
Provides means-tested financial assistance to needy full-time students pursuing locally-accredited, self-financing post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to needy students so that no eligible students will be denied access to post-secondary education because of lack of means.
Enquiries: 2152 9000
Website: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/fasp/overview.htm
- Non-means Tested Loan Scheme for Post-Secondary Students (NLSPS)
The NLSPS is used to complement the Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP) to provide loan(s) to eligible students to settle tuition fees of locally-accredited, self-financing full-time post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree.
Enquiries: 2150 6222
Website: http://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/eng/schemes/nls3.htm
- Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
Some of the AD programmes or course(s) in the AD programmes are included in the list of reimbursable courses for CEF purposes.
The CEF subsidizes students with learning aspirations to pursue continuing education and training courses without age limit. Eligible applicants enrolling on courses after 1 August 2022 will be reimbursed 80% of their fees on the first $10,000 and 60% on the second $15,000, subject to a maximum sum of HK$25,000 (whichever is the less), upon successful completion of a reimbursable programme/course(s).
Prior to 1 August 2022, the following condition will apply:
The CEF subsidizes students over 18 years of age with learning aspirations to pursue continuing education and training courses. Eligible applicants enrolling on courses between 1 April 2019 and 31 July 2022 will be reimbursed 80% of their fees on the first $10,000 and 60% on the second $10,000, subject to a maximum sum of HK$20,000 (whichever is the less), upon successful completion of a reimbursable programme/course(s).
Enquiries: 3142 2277
Website: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef/en/index.htm
Programme structure and outcomes
- Learning outcomes
- Main subject areas
- Programme structure
- Further Studies Pathways
- Career opportunities
- Programme enquiry
- Graduates' sharing
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this programme will be able to:
| PILO | Description |
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| 1. | Demonstrate Chinese language skills at an appropriate level for articulation to further studies in a range of everyday, academic, and employment-related contexts; |
| 2. | Explain the key features and cultural context of classical and modern Chinese literature, history and thought, as well as their continuity; |
| 3. | Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and resources of the Chinese language for application in academic and professional contexts; |
| 4. | Demonstrate the ability to use Putonghua and English for a range of academic and professional communication purposes; |
| 5. | Identify problems and analyse them critically, gather relevant information, carry out basic research under guidance, and propose solutions to problems responsibly both individually and as part of a team; and |
| 6. | Apply the knowledge and skills of information technology to handle different forms of communication. |
- Chinese for Professional Communication
- Chinese Literature
- Creative Writing
- Chinese Linguistics
- Chinese Culture and Philosophy
- Chinese History
- Hong Kong History and Heritage
- Putonghua
To qualify for this award, a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 63 credit points by satisfactory completion of the following core courses.
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Course Code |
Course Name |
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Programme Core |
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LAC12241 |
Classical Chinese Literature |
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LAC12243 |
Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature |
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LAC12521 |
Communication in Putonghua |
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LAC14200 |
Introduction to the Chinese Language |
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LAC14230 |
Introduction to Chinese History |
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LAC14231 |
Chinese Culture and Contemporary World |
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LAC22252 |
Chinese and Western Philosophy |
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LAC22521 |
Advanced Putonghua |
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LAC24202 |
Creative Writing |
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LAC24206 |
Chinese Multimedia Publishing |
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LAC24221 |
Modern Standard Chinese |
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LAC24230 |
Chinese Literary Criticism |
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Programme Electives (Select one of the following options) (9CPs) |
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Option 1 (Professional Chinese): LAC22231 LAC22233 LAC22235 |
Chinese for Public Administration Chinese for Business and Commerce Chinese for Mass Media |
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Option 2 (Chinese History): LAC24231 LAC24233 LAC24235 |
Hong Kong History and Heritage Chinese Historical Research Methods Social History of China |
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Language Skills |
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CGE1000/CGE1500 |
English for Academic Studies A or B |
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CGE1200 |
Practical Chinese |
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CGE2000 |
English Professional Communication Skills |
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General Education |
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CGE10413 |
Hong Kong Society |
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CGE26515 |
Contemporary China |
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CGE23218 |
Climate Change: Threats, Mitigation and Adaptation |
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The table below is not exhaustive and only aims to show some examples of the bachelor's degree programmes offered by UGC-funded institutions and UOWCHK/UOW which have admitted our past graduates from Associate of Arts in Applied Chinese Studies. Our graduates also articulate to various overseas degree programmes offered in Hong Kong.
UOW College Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Chinese Language, Literature and Communication
City University of Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Arts in Chinese and History
- Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Language Applications
- Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Asian and International Studies
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Public Policy and Politics
Hong Kong Baptist University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Chinese Language and Literature
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in China Studies
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Bilingual Interdisciplinary Chinese Studies
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Chinese and Bilingual Studies
Lingnan University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Chinese
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Cultural Studies
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature
- Bachelor of Arts in History
- Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education (Chinese Language Education)
The Education University of Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language
- Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Chinese History)
- Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Chinese Language)
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Global and Hong Kong Studies
The University of Hong Kong
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education in Language Education - Chinese
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Any enquiry relating to the AAACS programme should be directed to the Programme Leader, Dr Abraham Chan.
Ms LO Tsz Lan, Esther
Graduate of Associate of Arts in Applied Chinese Studies in 2020
Graduate of Bachelor of Arts, The University of Hong Kong in 2022
Master of Philosophy, The University of Hong Kong Admitted in 2022
The meaning of education is nothing other than “preaching, lecturing and resolving doubts” (as suggested in “On Teaching” by Han Yu), or in other words, helping students reflect on the relationship between themselves and the world, and enabling them to find out their roles in the society. The two years I spent in the Applied Chinese Studies programme laid a solid foundation for my professional knowledge. The teachers also guided me to explore the world and made me dare to imagine more possibilities in life. This is the meaning of education, and the whereabouts that UOW College Hong Kong has provided me.
Contact us
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Telephone: (852) 2707 3113
Fax: (852) 2707 3114
Email: uowchk-fah@uow.edu.au
Address: 3/F, UOW College Hong Kong, 18 Che Kung Miu Road, Tai Wai, New Territories, Hong Kong
(accessible via MTR Tai Wai Station Exit B)
College Office
Telephone: (852) 2707 3111
Fax: (852) 2707 3222
E-mail: uowchk-main@uow.edu.au
Address: 1/F, UOW College Hong Kong, 18 Che Kung Miu Road, Tai Wai, New Territories, Hong Kong
(accessible via MTR Tai Wai Station Exit B)
