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PROSPECTUS2018 / 2019 ENTRY

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心理學Psychology

老年學Gerontology

護理學Nursing

職業治療學Occupational Therapy

放射治療學Radiation Therapy

醫療化驗科學Medical Laboratory

Science

工商管理Business Administration

創業與管理學Entrepreneurship and

Management

幼兒教育Early Childhood

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Printed in October 2017

Message From the President 2About Tung Wah College 3College Life 4Internship Partners 5Academic Programmes

School of Arts and Humanities Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Applied Psychology 6Higher Diploma in Psychology 8Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood Education 10Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education 12

School of Business Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) 14- Financial Services major - Health Services Management major - Marketing major - Professional Accountancy major Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Entrepreneurship and Management 18Higher Diploma in Business Studies 20

School of Medical and Health Sciences Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) 22- Basic Medical Sciences major - Forensic Science major Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory Science* 24Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiation Therapy* 26Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy* 28

School of Nursing Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Nursing* 30Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Gerontology 32Higher Diploma in Nursing 34Diploma in Health Studies 36

Scholarship and Financial Assistance 38Students’ and Graduates’ Sharing 40General Admission Requirements 41Graduation Requirements 42Contact Information 43* Under Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions / Sectors (SSSDP)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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A warm welcome to you!

The mission of Tung Wah College (TWC) is to provide quality tertiary education and nurture youngsters to possess the qualities of “T˙W˙C” (i.e. Talent in relevant professions, Wisdom in problem-solving and Commitment to responsibilities) for the benefits of society. Since its establishment in 2010, the College has been developing very rapidly and now plays an important role in the self-fi nancing tertiary education of Hong Kong.

Particularly, TWC has built up a niche in healthcare education and made remarkable achievements in several aspects to respond to the community needs, e.g.

a. Training the greatest annual number of nursing graduates in Hong Kong

b. Being the first and only self-financing institution offering professionally accredited degree programmes to train allied health professionals (e.g. Medical Laboratory Technologists, Occupational Therapists and Radiation Therapists) in Hong Kong

c. Being the first self-financing institution registered under the Post-secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap. 320) offering teacher training degree and sub-degree programmes in Early Childhood Education to train qualifi ed kindergarten teachers and child care professionals

d. Offering the fi rst local BBA degree in Entrepreneurship

Message From The President

Professor Yu-hon LUI, MHPresident

October 2017

Currently, the College has 4 Schools offering a total of 16 degree and sub-degree programmes in diverse disciplines with a student population of over 2,500. In 2018/2019, TWC will continue to offer programmes in different disciplines covering both health care and non-health care areas. Out of these, the degree programmes in Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Occupational Therapy and Radiat ion Therapy are admitted into the Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) and put under JUPAS for application. Students admitted to these programmes would be eligible for an annual subsidy of $70,000 from the Government. Besides, students taking other degree programmes are also eligible for the Government’s non-means-tested subsidy of $30,000 per year. The subsidies not only reduce students’ financial burden but also reflect the recognition of TWC programmes by the Government.

This Prospectus provides you with the information of TWC’s programmes, admission, learning supports (e.g. fi nancial assistance, extra-curricular activities) and so on. We sincerely invite you to explore the opportunities in pursing your studies at TWC and make a wise choice to create a bright future!

TWC is a self-financing tertiary education institution established by Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs) which is the oldest and largest charitable organisation in Hong Kong providing a wide range of medical and health, education and community services to fulfil the needs of the society. The College went through the Institutional Review (IR) by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) in 2010 and is registered under the Post-Secondary College Ordinance (Cap. 320) as an approved self-financing degree granting institution.

Taking advantage of TWGHs’ strengths and expertise in medical and health, education, and social services etc., TWC aspires to become a renowned privately-funded university, recognized for high quality programmes focusing on practical application for both for-profi t and non-profi t organisations, while nurturing youngsters to be caring citizens with a sense of social responsibility.

Currently the College offers degree and sub-degree programmes in diverse disciplines (including Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Accounting, Business, Entrepreneurship, Health Service Management, Forensic

Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Radiation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and Applied Gerontology etc.) through four Schools, namely School of Arts and Humanities, School of Business, School of Medical and Health Sciences, and School of Nursing. The College has a student population of over 2,500 and has nurtured over 1,400 graduates.

In 2018/2019, TWC will have 4 degree programmes included in the HKSAR Government’s Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP) and put under JUPAS for application:

˙ Bachelor of Health Science (Hons) in Nursing˙ Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Medical Laboratory

Science ˙ Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Occupational Therapy˙ Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Radiation Therapy

Students taking these programmes are eligible for an annual subsidy of $70,000. Students admitted into other degree programmes are also eligible for the Government’s non-means-tested subsidy of $30,000 per year with effect from 2017/2018.

About Tung Wah College

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College Life

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The 5th Anniversary Dinner

Overseas Study Tour in Australia

Overseas Study Tour in the United Kingdom

TWCSU Dragon Boat Team participated in ACCA Rickshaw Competition

Inauguration Ceremony of the 6th Cabinet of the Tung Wah College Wofoo Leaders' Network

The 5th Anniversary Conference

Internship PartnersThe internship places are offered by multinational fi rms, big four accounting fi rms and listed companies etc:

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TWC's Got Talent

University of Southern California Summer Occupational Therapy Immersion (SOTI) programme Students attend formal dinner to practise English etiquette

TWC teacher and students visit the Institute of Hydrobiology

* Annual subsidy of HK$30,000 under the Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-fi nancing Undergraduate Studies in HK.

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Programme Leader Dr. Beeto LeungPhD in Psychology, HKU, MPhil in Psychology, BSocSc, CUHK

Medium of Instruction EnglishTotal No. of Credits 120 credits

Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) inApplied Psychology

4 years full-timeQF Level 5應用心理學(榮譽)社會科學學士學位

Entrance ScholarshipsHK$30,000For year 1 students with a HKDSE score of 15 or above (4 core subjects + 1 elective subject)Guaranteed InternshipAt least 480 hours of discipline-related internship to learn the practical application of psychology at workplace (e.g. at TWGHs and other organisations)Guaranteed Overseas Study VisitAt least 1 overseas study visit to widen students’ exposure

Senior Year Entry is availableAssociate degree / higher diploma holders may apply. Please refer to P.41 for details of the admission requirements.

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to equip students with comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of psychology and enables them to apply this knowledge in social welfare, educational, healthcare and various work settings. The programme will also equip students with critical thinking, problem solving, and research skills necessary to conduct scientific studies. Students will develop their interpersonal competencies in self-awareness, appreciation and acceptance of individual differences and cultural diversity as well as their commitment to ethical and professional behaviours throughout the programme. Graduates can pursue careers in psychology and related fi elds as well as further study in professional areas of psychology.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Developing English Language SkillsAdvanced English Oral Communication Skills Enhancing Academic English SkillsAdvanced English Writing Skills + One Language elective course

* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese speaking” students only

Year Tuition Fee (HK$)(without subsidy)*

Tuition Fee (HK$)(with subsidy)*

Year 1 $55,700 $25,700Year 2 $55,700 $25,700Year 3 $74,350 $44,350Year 4 $74,350 $44,350Programme Total $260,100 $140,100Annual Average $62,025 $35,025

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Discipline coursesAbnormal Psychology Introduction to Counselling and PsychotherapyAppreciating Social Research Introduction to Politics and Public AdministrationBiological Psychology Introduction to PsychologyCapstone Project Media, Culture and SocietyClinical Psychology Personal Growth and Mental HealthConsumer Psychology in Social Media Personality Theories and Individual DifferencesContemporary Issues in Modern Psychology Psychological AssessmentsCognitive Psychology: Theories of How We Think Rehabilitative PsychologyCrime and Deviance Research Methods in PsychologyDevelopmental Psychology Social Psychology: Dynamics between Individuals

and GroupsEducational Psychology Sociology TodayGender, Love and Sexuality Statistics for Social SciencesHealth and Positive Psychology Transitions in Hong Kong SocietyIndustrial and Organizational Psychology

General Education (GE) coursesThe Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations+ Select 5 courses from the College’s GE course list

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONGraduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society (HKPS), British Psychological Society (BPS) and Australian Psychological Society (APS).

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills and values to work in social sciences/psychology related fields and settings such as social work and services, public relations and communications, politics, personnel, advertising, management and retail. They can also take up teaching and research due to their capacity for independent thinking, problem solving ability and highly developed interpersonal skills.

Graduates may also choose to further their studies in clinical, counselling, educational or organisational psychology or a professional in other specialised fi elds of psychology.

Higher Diploma in Psychology

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to equip students with foundational psychological knowledge and skills to develop a career in human services, especially in social welfare and healthcare settings. Students will learn the interaction between psychological and social factors in shaping psychological wellbeing, personal development and group behaviours. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge, communication and interpersonal skills, caring attitude as well as professional ethics to work in health and social care and related services. They can also pursue further study in psychology and other related disciplines.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills


2 years full-timeQF Level 4

Programme Leader Dr. Gigi LamPhD, MA, BBA, HKUST, MSS, CityU


Year Tuition Fee (HK$)Year 1 $55,700Year 2 $55,700Programme Total $111,400Annual Average $55,700

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Entrance ScholarshipsHK$20,000For students with a HKDSE score of 12 or above (2 core subjects + 3 elective subjects)Guaranteed Overseas Study VisitAt least 1 overseas study visit to widen students’ exposureDirect ArticulationDirectly articulate to senior year entry of the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) programme upon completion of studies

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General Education (GE) coursesCreative and Critical Thinking

+ Select 1 course from the College’s GE course listThe Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates are equipped to enter the workforce at para-professional levels in human services. In particular, graduates can develop a career in health and social care services to provide supervised care to people in need, examples of posts include psychological service assistant, welfare worker and student development assistant. Graduates with satisfactory performance can articulate to senior year entry of the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Applied Psychology at TWC, or bachelor’s degree programmes at other institutions.

Discipline coursesAdvertising and Consumer Psychology Introduction to Politics and Public AdministrationAppreciating Social Research Introduction to StatisticsCognitive Psychology: Theories of How We Think Personal Growth and Mental HealthDevelopmental Psychology Personality Theories and Individual DifferencesEmpowering Process in the Welfare Settings Psychosocial Dimensions of Health and IllnessFundamental Skills to Counselling Social Psychology: Dynamics between Individuals

and GroupsIntroduction to Psychology Sociology Today

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION This programme aims to prepare students for professional careers in early childhood settings. Students will learn the theory and pedagogy of Early Childhood Education to meet the needs of caring and educating for young children (0 to 8 years of age).

Exposure to research, as a consumer of practical knowledge and experimenter of research activities, is an anticipated feature of the programme.

Education for children with Special Education Need (SEN) is another unique feature of the programme. By acquiring specialized knowledge and skills of special education, the programme enhances students' abilities to support children with diverse developmental needs.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* English for Early Childhood EducationDeveloping English Language Skills PutonghuaEnhancing Academic English Skills


Discipline coursesCapstone Project for Early Childhood Education Introduction to Children with Diverse NeedsChild Development Involvement with Parents in Early Childhood SettingsContemporary Approaches in Early Childhood Education

Issues in Early Childhood Education

Curriculum Evaluation Language and Literacy in Early Childhood EducationDevelopmental Psychology Learning through PlayDrawing the Potentials of Children with Cognitive and Language Needs*

Mathematics, Science & Technology in Early Childhood Curriculum

Bachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood Education


Programme Leader Dr. Frances Lee Ph.D, UNSW, Aust., PGDE, B.A., CUHK

Medium of Instruction English Total No. of Credits 129 credits




幼兒教育(榮譽)學士學位

Senior Year Entry is availableApplicants should have completed a recognized or equivalent Higher Diploma/ Certificate programme in Early Childhood Education; OR have obtained an equivalent qualifi cation.

Part time mode for senior year entry is available.

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Discipline coursesDrawing the Potentials of Children with Physical and Sensory Needs*

Introduction to Assessment of Children’s Learning

Drawing the Potentials of Children with Social and Emotional Needs*

Managing Interdisciplinary Intervention for Children with Diverse Needs

Early Childhood Curriculum Design, Implementation and Evaluation

Play and Art Therapy*

Educational Management in Early Childhood Settings Practicum IEffective Leadership in Diverse Early Childhood Settings

Practicum II

Exposure of English for Young Children Practicum IIIExpressive Arts, Music and Movement Principles and Strategies for Supporting Children with

Diverse NeedsFamily and Culture Research Methods in Early Childhood EducationFoundations of Early Childhood Education Rethinking Professionalism in Ever Changing SocietyGlobal Perspectives on Theories and Practices of Children with Diverse Needs

Social Psychology: Dynamics between Individuals and Groups

* Elective courses: select 2 out of 4 courses

General Education (GE) coursesInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications The Development and Operation of Non-profi t

OrganisationsIntroduction to Psychology + Select 4 elective courses from the College’s GE

course list

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Graduates are recognised by the Education Bureau (EDB) as meeting the requirement for registration as Qualifi ed Kindergarten Teachers under the Education Ordinance, and eligible for registration as Child Care Workers (CCW) and Child Care Supervisors (CCS) under the Child Care Services Ordinance of the Social Welfare Department (SWD). Besides, graduates are also recognised as Special Child Care Workers (SCCW) by SWD.

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESKindergarten teachers are in great demand in various early childhood settings that include Crèche, Nursery Cum Kindergarten, Kindergarten, International School and Special Child Care Centre etc. Graduates are capable of serving in various Early Childhood Settings in Hong Kong.

Graduates are able to articulate to postgraduate programmes in early childhood education or similar disciplines at other local and overseas educational institutes.

Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education2 years full-timeQF Level 4

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme equips students with the professional knowledge, skills and professional ethics in early childhood education. The students can also acquire the necessary strategies to perform competently in the care and education of young children aged 8 or below in various early childhood settings in Hong Kong.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills Putonghua


Discipline coursesChild Development Introduction to Children with Diverse NeedsContemporary Approaches in Early Childhood Education

Involvement with Parents in Early Childhood Settings

Developmental Psychology Language and literacy in Early Childhood EducationEarly Childhood Curriculum Design, Implementation and Evaluation

Learning through Play

Educational Management in Early Childhood Settings Mathematics, Science & Technology in Early Childhood Curriculum

Expressive Arts, Music and Movement Practicum IFamily and Culture Practicum IIFoundations of Early Childhood Education Principles and Strategies for Teaching Children with

Diverse NeedsIntroduction to Assessment of Children’s Learning

General Education (GE) coursesIntroduction to Psychology

+ Select 1 course from the College’s GE course listInformation Technologies and Multimedia Application

Programme Leader Prof. Doris ChengPh.D, Bath, U.K., M.Ed, HKU, B.A. (Ed.), Hull, U.K.



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PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Graduates are recognised by the Education Bureau (EDB) as meeting the requirement for registration as Qualifi ed Kindergarten Teachers under the Education Ordinance, and eligible for registration as Child Care Workers (CCW) and Child Care Supervisors (CCS) under the Child Care Services Ordinance of the Social Welfare Department (SWD).

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates are capable of serving in various early childhood settings in Hong Kong such as crèche, child care center, nursery school, nursery cum kindergarten, kindergarten, international school and special child care centre as well as playgroup.

Graduates can articulate to senior year entry of the Bachelor of Education (Hons) in Early Childhood Education at TWC or other local and overseas institutions.

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to equip students with business insights, professional knowledge and generic skills necessary to develop a professional career in the business world and in the non-profi t sector. In line with its broad-based and professionally oriented curriculum, the programme provides students with fl exibility to choose one of the Major options after their fi rst-year study, namely Professional Accountancy, Financial Services, Marketing, and Health Services Management.

Each student is required to complete a minimum of 40 courses, out of which 12 are General Education and Language courses, 15 are core business courses, and 13 are specialized courses in the selected Major option.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Language coursesApplied Chinese (or Basic Chinese)* English for Business ContextsBusiness Communication in English Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills Report Writing


Commom core coursesBusiness Communication and Case Analysis MicroeconomicsBusiness Ethics Management Information SystemsBusiness Finance Management of Non-Profi t Organisations

Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)4 years full-timeQF Level 5

Programme Leader Prof. Andy ChanPhD, MBA, HKU, BSc, CUHKMember, Academy of ManagementFellow, Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management






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Entrance ScholarshipsHK$30,000For year 1 students with a HKDSE score of 15 or above (4 core subjects + 1 elective subject)Guaranteed InternshipAt least 480 hours of discipline-related internship to gain practical working experience (please refer to P.5 for details of Internship Partners)Guaranteed Overseas Study VisitAt least 1 overseas study visit to widen students’ exposure


工商管理學士(榮譽)學位

Commom core coursesBusiness Statistics Managerial AccountingFinancial Accounting Marketing PrinciplesIntroduction to Management Operations ManagementLegal Environment of Business Strategic ManagementMacroeconomics

Specialised Courses of The Four Major Options

Professional Accountancy MajorAccounting for Management Decisions Advanced Financial ReportingAdvanced Auditing Advanced Taxation AuditingCompany Law Corporate FinanceCorporate Financial Reporting I Corporate Financial Reporting II Financial Reporting and Management for Non-profi t OrganisationsFinancial Statement Analysis Taxation

Financial Services MajorCorporate FinanceFinancial Markets and Financial Products Financial Reporting and Management for Non-profi t OrganisationsFinancial Statement Analysis Fixed Income Securities AnalysisIntroduction to EconometricsInvestment Analysis and Portfolio Management Money and Banking Risk Management and InsuranceTaxation and Tax Planning Wealth Management and Financial Planning ANDChoose 2 elective courses from below:• Corporate Financial Reporting I • International Business• Derivatives Analysis• Hong Kong and China Financial Markets

Health Services Management MajorEpidemiology Ethical and Legal Aspects in Health CareHealth Policies and Healthcare SystemsHealth Management & Social Care of Older People & Their FamiliesHealthcare Information SystemsHealthcare Financial ManagementHealthcare Operations ManagementHuman Resources Management in Healthcare Introduction to Health Services Management Introduction to Healthcare Economics and Health FinancingPublic HealthQuality Assurance and Risk Management in HealthcareANDChoose 1 elective course from below: • Consumer Behaviour• Marketing Research

Marketing MajorAdvertising and Event ManagementBrand ManagementChina BusinessConsumer Behaviour E-Business and E-Marketing Integrated Marketing Communication International MarketingMarketing ResearchMarketing and Fund-raising for Non-profi t Organisations Management and Marketing of Services Sales and Retail Management ANDChoose 2 elective courses from below:• International Business• Innovation Management and New Product Development• Intoduction to Public Relations• Retail Merchandising and Retail Operations Management • Strategic Retail Management• Strategic Sales Management• Strategic Marketing

General Education (GE) courses+ Select 6 courses from the College’s GE course list

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PROGRAMME RECOGNITION

Majors Recognition by Professional Bodies

Professional Accountancy • Direct entry to the Qualifi cation Programme (QP) of the Hong Kong Institute of Certifi ed Public Accountants (HKICPA)

• Exemption from Papers F1 to F9 from the Association of Chartered Certifi ed Accountants (ACCA)

• Associate membership and direct entry to the Professional - Level examination of CPA Australia

Financial Services • Exemption from the Level 1 Modules of Certifi ed Financial Planner (CFP)• Certifi cation Education Programme of Institute of Financial Planners of

Hong Kong (IFPHK)

Health Services Management • Qualifi ed to become the Associate of the HK College of Health Service Executives

Marketing • Qualifi ed to become the Affi liate Professional of the The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Hong Kong Institute of Marketing (HKIM)

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIES

Majors Career Prospects

Professional Accountancy Graduates will be well-suited to start their professional career as audit trainees or taxation trainees in public accounting fi rms, as staff accountants or junior internal auditors in commercial firms and non-profit organisations, as junior auditors or tax assessors in governmental departments, and as management trainees in business enterprises.

Financial Services Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions in banks and financial institutions such as relationship management trainees, finance and portfolio management trainees, financial analyst trainees, and junior credit analysts. They may also work as underwriter trainees and claims officer trainees in insurance companies.

Health Services Management Graduates would be ready to work at entry-level administrative position in health and healthcare organisations, such as executive officers, frontline personnel, or administrative support personnel. Graduates may also pursue an entry-level administrative position in the flourishing pharmaceutical and medical equipment suppliers’ industries.

Marketing Graduates may pursue entry-level positions in the marketing functions of business and non-profit organisations such as sales and marketing representatives, account executives, market research analysts, marketing communication executives, public relations officers, media and publicity officers, advertising sales executives, convention and events executives, customers service offi cers, retail executives and store fl oor supervisors.

Graduates of the programme are qualified to articulate to postgraduate level business programmes in local or overseas institutions.

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to provide students with a well-rounded set of knowledge in fundamental business functions, specialized knowledge in management and entrepreneurship, and a free election of courses in different business areas. It aims to prepare students to have the fl exibility to develop a professional career in business management or to launch, manage, and grow their own venture. This programme is the fi rst-of-its-kind in Hong Kong.

Each student is required to complete a minimum of 39 courses, out of which 12 are General Education and Language courses, 16 are core business and specialized course in entrepreneurship and management.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Language coursesApplied Chinese (or Basic Chinese)* English for Business ContextsBusiness Communication in English Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills Report Writing

* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese” speaking students only

Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Entrepreneurship and Management


Programme Leader Prof. Andy ChanPhD, MBA, HKU, BSc, CUHKMember, Academy of ManagementFellow, Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management





Entrance ScholarshipsHK$30,000For year 1 students with a HKDSE score of 15 or above (4 core subjects + 1 elective subject)vGuaranteed InternshipAt least 480 hours of discipline-related internship to gain practical working experience (please refer to P.5 for details of Internship Partners)Guaranteed Overseas Study VisitAt least 1 overseas study visit to widen students’ exposure



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創業與管理學工商管理(榮譽)學士學位課程

Discipline coursesBusiness Communication and Case Analysis Legal Environment of BusinessBusiness Ethics Microeconomics Business Finance Macroeconomics Business Plan Development Managerial Accounting Business Statistics Managing Creativity and Innovation in SMEs Corporate Finance and Entrepreneurial Finance Managing OrganisationsCorporate Social Responsibility Management Information Systems e-Business and e-Marketing Marketing PrinciplesEntrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship Negotiation and Confl ict Resolution Entrepreneurship Capstone Project Operations Management Financial Accounting Small Business Management Human Resources Management Strategic ManagementIntroduction to Management + 2 Discipline elective courses

General Education (GE) coursesCollege Mathematics Introduction to PsychologyCreative and Critical Thinking + Select 2 courses from the College’s GE course listInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates are well-equipped with the necessary business knowledge and skills to set up their own business and work independently as small business owners, e-Commerce entrepreneurs, or even work at home as an independent business operators. If some of the graduates wish to seek employment and obtain sufficient experience before they consider setting up their own business, they can be employed as management trainees, junior business consultants, management analysts, and new venture developers in various types of business organisations.

Graduates of the programme are qualified to articulate to postgraduate level business programmes in local or overseas institutions.

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Higher Diploma in Business Studies

Programme Leader Dr. Tilo LiEdD, EdUHK, MA, BBA,UNB, Canada



Entrance ScholarshipsHK$20,000For students with a HKDSE score of 12 or above (2 core subjects + 3 elective subjects)Guaranteed Overseas Study VisitAt least 1 overseas study visit to widen students’ exposureDirect ArticulationDirectly articulate to senior year entry of BBA(EM) and other majors of the BBA (Honours) programme offered by TWC


PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to provide students with a wide spectrum of fundamental business knowledge and skills required for their employment at the para-professional level or further study in the business fi eld.

Each student is required to complete a minimum of 20 courses, out of which 4 are Language and General Education courses, 16 are business courses in various disciplines.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* English for Business ContextsDeveloping English Language Skills


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Discipline coursesBusiness Finance Marketing and Fund-raising for Non-profi tEntrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship Marketing PrinciplesFinal Project MicroeconomicsFinancial Accounting Operations ManagementInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications Quantitative Methods for Business DecisionsIntroduction to Management Small Business ManagementLegal Environment of Business + 2 Discipline elective coursesManagement of Non-profi t Organisations

General Education (GE) courses+ Select 1 course from the College’s GE course list

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates will have the skills and knowledge necessary for careers in the commercial/industrial, governmental, and non-profit sectors. They will be sufficiently prepared for appointment at para-professional level in different positions, for example, as accounting trainees, bank front-desk offi cers, in various business sectors, including but not limited to accounting, banking and fi nance, marketing, and non-profi t organisations.

Graduates will be able to directly articulate to TWC’s Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) and Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Entrepreneurship and Management. They can also articulate to any business-related bachelor’s degree programmes offered by other institutions.

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Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)

Programme Leader Prof. Danny GohelPhD, HKU, MPhil, PolyU, BSc (Biology), USF, USA, BSc (Clinical Chemistry), USF, USA Member, Royal Society of Chemistry, UK Chartered Chemist, UKFellow and Chartered Scientist, The Institute of Biomedical Science, UK

Medium of Instruction EnglishTotal No. of Credits Basic Medical Sciences (120 credits), Forensic Science (121 credits)



Basic Medical Sciences

Forensic Science

Basic Medical Sciences

Forensic Science

Year 1 $92,700 $92,700 $62,700 $62,700Year 2 $92,700 $93,730 $62,700 $63,730Year 3 $92,700 $93,730 $62,700 $63,730Year 4 $92,700 $93,730 $62,700 $63,730Programme Total

$370,800 $373,890 $250,800 $253,890

Annual Average

$92,700 $93,472.5 $62,700 $63,472.5



PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to prepare students with fi rm scientifi c knowledge and technical expertise. It also provides a scientifi c foundation for students who intend to pursue postgraduate studies in professional medical and health disciplines such as medicine, dentistry, chiropracty, veterinary science, nursing, physiotherapy etc.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE - Year 1

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Developing English Language Skills


Common core coursesBiochemistry Human Physiology

General Microbiology and Immunology Introduction to PhysicsHuman Anatomy Molecules, Cells and Genes

General Education (GE) courses

Introduction to Health Informatics The Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations

Introduction to Statistics Understanding and Motivating Self


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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE - Year 2-4Language coursesAdvanced English Writing Skills Enhancing Academic English SkillsEnglish for Medical and Healthcare Purpose + 1 Language elective course

Specialised Courses of The Two Major Options

Basic Medical Sciences MajorAdvanced PathologyAging, Diseases and DisabilitiesBasic Laboratory Techniques and InstrumentationBasic NeuroscienceComplementary and Alternative MedicineEpidemiologyEthical and Legal Aspects in Health CareGeneral PathologyHonours Year ProjectHuman GeneticsInfectious Disease and ControlIntroduction to Chinese MedicineIntroduction to Medical ImagingPathophysiologyPharmacologyPrinciples of Molecular DiagnosticsResearch Methods in Medical Science+ 4 Discipline elective courses

Forensic Science MajorAnalytical ChemistryApplied ChemistryBasic Laboratory Techniques and InstrumentationBiomedical Criminalistics Computer Forensics and Digital InvestigationsCriminal and Crime Scene InvestigationEthical and Legal Aspects in Health CareGeneral PathologyHonours ProjectHuman GeneticsIntroduction to Chinese MedicineIntroduction to Criminal JusticeIntroduction to Medical ImagingChemical Skills for Forensic SciencePathophysiologyPharmacologyPhysical Evidence AnalysisPresentation of Forensic Evidence in CourtPrinciples of Molecular DiagnosticsResearch Methods in Medical ScienceTechniques in Human Identifi cationToxicology

General Education (GE) coursesInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications + Select 1 course from the College’s GE course list

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTSPreference will be given to applicants who have obtained Level 2 or above for Integrated Science or Combined Science in HKDSE.

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESBasic Medical Sciences students will be prepared as pre-professional graduates who can become eligible to enter Medicine, Dentistry, Chiropractry, Chinese Medicine and Veterinary Science in the region or overseas. They may also pursue research degrees (MPhil and PhD) to enter academic careers as they will have the attributes of fundamental laboratory skills, an inquisitive mind and problem-solving skills.

Opportunities for Forensic Science graduates will be available at the Hong Kong Police Force, the Fire Services, the Customs and the Excise Department, and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department of the Hong Kong Government.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory Science

Programme Leader Prof. Joseph LeePhD in Toxicology/Pathology, HKU, BSc in Biochemistry, Hull University, UK Fellow, National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry, USAFellow, Royal Society of Chemistry, UK Chartered Scientist and Chartered Chemist, UK Fellow, Hong Kong Society of Clinical ChemistryAccredited Clinical Biochemist, Register of Department of Health Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (Part I), HK

Medium of Instruction English Total No. of Credits 135 creditsJUPAS Catalogue No. JSST02

Year Tuition Fee* (HK$)Year 1 $55,664Year 2 $55,664Year 3 $55,664Year 4 $55,664Programme Total $222,656Annual Average $55,664


* After deduction of annual subsidy of HK$70,000 from the Government under Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions / Sectors (SSSDP).

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme provides the foundation training for adopting a career in Medical Laboratory Science. The fi rst year will be devoted mainly to General Education and foundation scientific learning. From the second year onwards, students will be taught the principles and practice of the 4 major sub-specialties of Medical Laboratory Science: Anatomical & Cellular Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Haematology & Transfusion Science, and Medical Microbiology & Virology. There will be a 12-week clinical practicum at the end of the third year during which students will receive practical training in public and/or private hospital medical laboratories. Graduates are eligible for registration as a Medical Laboratory Technologist“醫務化驗師”(Part II). This statutory registration is a prerequisite for employment in local public and private health services.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Enhancing Academic English Skills

Developing English Language skills* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese speaking” students only

Discipline courses

Aging, Diseases and Disabilities Clinical Laboratory Haematology and Transfusion Science

Basic Laboratory Techniques and Instrumentation Human PhysiologyBiochemistry Infectious Disease and ControlClinical Immunology Introduction to Chinese MedicineClinical Laboratory Cellular Pathology Introduction to Health InformaticsClinical Laboratory Chemistry and Immunochemistry Introduction to Physics24

醫療化驗科學(榮譽)理學士學位

Discipline coursesClinical Laboratory Medical Microbiology Human GeneticsClinical Practicum I (Clinical Chemistry) Molecules, Cells and Genes

Clinical Practicum II (Haematology and Transfusion Science) Molecular Diagnosis of Human Diseases

Clinical Practicum III (Anatomical and Cellular Pathology) Pathophysiology

Clinical Practicum IV (Medical Microbiology) PharmacologyEthical and Legal Aspects in Health Care Principles of Molecular DiagnosticsGeneral Microbiology and Immunology Psychosocial Dimensions of Health and IllnessGeneral Pathology Research Methods in Medical ScienceHonours Project in Medical Laboratory Science Virology

Human Anatomy

General Education (GE) coursesInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications Understanding and Motivating SelfIntroduction to Statistics + Select 2 courses from the College’s GE course listThe Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS• Applicants are expected to have studied Chemistry to HKDSE level.• Preference will be given to applicants who have obtained Level 3 or above in Chemistry or Combined Science

(Chemistry) in HKDSE.• Applicants should have normal colour vision, as this is required for the employment in medical laboratory. • Applicants should be prepared to handle human samples, tissues and body fl uids.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONThe programme is accredited by the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board of the Supplementary Medical Professions Council (SMPC). Graduates are qualifi ed for registration as Medical Laboratory Technologists (Part II).

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESThe programme enables the graduates to be recognised and be gainfully employed in their professions. Graduates will mainly be employed by private and public medical laboratories, including those of the Department of Health, the Hospital Authority, private hospitals and clinics.

For those graduates who are interested in pursuing further studies, they may choose to attend graduate school in local or overseas institutions for higher degrees (Master or Doctoral).

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiation Therapy

Programme Leader Prof. Maria LawPhD, Chinese Academy of Science, Registered Radiographers (Part I)

Medium of Instruction English Total No. of Credits 138 creditsJUPAS Catalogue No. JSST03

Year Tuition Fee* (HK$)Year 1 $65,482Year 2 $65,482Year 3 $65,481Year 4 $65,481Programme Total $261,926Annual Average $65,481.5



PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme provides the foundation training for adopting a career in Radiation Therapy. The fi rst year will be devoted mainly for General Education and some fundamental scientifi c learning in Radiotherapy. From the second year onwards, students will be taught topics related to the practice of radiation therapy technology e.g. radiation oncology, radiotherapy techniques, radiotherapy physics and equipment, radiation safety and radiobiology. Students are required to complete 36 weeks of clinical practicum which spreads throughout Year 2 to Year 4. Graduates are eligible for registration as a Radiographer (Therapeutic)“放射技師（治療類）”(Part II). This statutory registration is a prerequisite for employment in public and private radiotherapy practice in Hong Kong.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE


Developing English Language Skills* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese speaking” students only

Discipline coursesAdvanced Radiotherapy Techniques and Management Introduction to Medical ImagingBasic Engineering Physics and Radiotherapy Equipment Introduction to Physics

Biochemistry Introduction to StatisticsClinical Studies I Molecules, Cells and GenesClinical Studies II Patient Care in Radiotherapy PracticeClinical Studies III Psychosocial Dimensions of Health and IllnessClinical Studies IV Radiation PhysicsClinical Studies IV (12 weeks of 4 days each) Radiation Protection and Safe Practice

Senior Year Entry is availableFor Senior Year Level entry, applicants should:(i) have completed a BSc in Radiography or

Medical Imaging; OR (ii) have obtained equivalent qualifi cations.

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放射治療科學(榮譽)理學士學位

Discipline coursesComputed Tomography Radiation Oncology and RadiotherapyContemporary Cancer Therapy Radiation Oncology and Radiotherapy Technique IIEthical and Legal Aspects in Health Care RadiobiologyGeneral Microbiology and Immunology Radiographic Imaging ScienceGeneral Pathology Radiotherapy Honours ProjectHuman Anatomy Radiotherapy Patient ManagementHuman Physiology Radiotherapy Planning and DosimetryImaging Anatomy + 2 Discipline elective coursesIntroduction to Health InformaticsIntroduction to Magnetic Resonance Imaging

General Education (GE) coursesInformation Technology and Multimedia Applications Understanding and Motivating SelfThe Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations + Select 1 course from the College’s GE course list

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS• Applicants must have obtained level 3 or above in Physics / Integrated Science / Combined Science (Physics)

in HKDSE.• Preference will be given to applicants who have obtained Level 4 or above in English Language in HKDSE;• Applicants need to be screened for normal colour vision.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONThe programme has received accreditation from the Radiographers Board of the Supplementary Medical Professions Council (SMPC) in August 2016. Graduates are qualifi ed for registration as Radiographers (Therapeutic Stream) (Part II).

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESThe programme enables the graduates to be recognised and be gainfully employed in their professions. Graduates will mainly be employed by public or private hospitals. The rich programme curriculum enables graduates to further study in local and overseas master programmes in medical imaging and radiation science, medical physics and healthcare management.

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONBased on the standard set by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) for the education of occupational therapists and made relevant to the practice in Hong Kong context, the programme is designed to provide students with cross-disciplinary general knowledge including foundation courses in Health Sciences, language and general education (GE) courses. Discipline-based courses are provided to nurture foundation occupational therapy knowledge and skills and facilitate the integration of essential attitudes, skills and knowledge for practice in occupational therapy. Students will be required to complete at least 1,000 hours of clinical practicum in various settings.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE


Developing English Language Skills* Alternate Chinese course for “non-Chinese speaking” students only

Discipline coursesAgeing, Diseases and Disabilities Essential Psychopathology for Occupational TherapistAbnormal Psychology Enabling Occupation - Aging and WellnessApplied Research Methodology in Rehabilitation Science Enabling Occupation - Child and Education

Anatomy and Physiology Enabling Occupation - CommunityAnalyzing Occupational Performance Enabling Occupation - Health Care IBasic Neuroscience Enabling Occupation - Health Care II

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy

Programme Leader Prof. Matthew YauPhD (Health Sciences) USyd, Australia, MSc (Hons) (Mental Health), UOW, Australia, MCom (Commerce), UNSW, AustraliaBAppSc (Occupational Therapy), Cumberland College of Health Sciences Occupational Therapist Registered, United States of America (OTR) Registered Occupational Therapist in Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong

Medium of Instruction EnglishTotal No. of Credits 136 creditsJUPAS Catalogue No. JSST04

Year Tuition Fee* (HK$)Year 1 $64,980Year 2 $64,980Year 3 $64,980Year 4 $64,980Programme Total $259,920Annual Average $64,980


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職業治療學理學士(榮譽)學位


Discipline coursesCapstone Project Enabling Occupation - ProductivityClinical Education IA Introduction to Chinese Medicine (中醫學導論)Clinical Education IB Introduction to Health Service Management Clinical Education II PharmacologyClinical Education III Psychosocial Dimensions of Health and IllnessClinical Education IV OT Theory, Process and Evidence-based PracticeCulturally Relevant Occupational Therapy Understanding Occupation-People-ContextDevelopmental Psychology + 2 Discipline elective coursesEssential Pathophysiology for Occupational Therapist

General Education (GE) coursesCreative and Critical Thinking Introduction to Statistics

Ethical and Legal Aspects in Health Care The Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations

Information Technology and Multimedia Applications Understanding and Motivating SelfIntroduction to Health Informatics + Select 1 course from the College’s GE course list

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTSPreference will be given to applicants who have obtained Level 3 or above in Biology or Combined Science (Biology) in HKDSE.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONThe programme has received accreditation from the Occupational Therapists Board of the Supplementary Medical Professions Council (SMPC) in June 2017. Graduates are qualifi ed for registration as Occupational Therapists“職業治療師”for practice in Hong Kong.

The Programme is also approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). Graduates are recognized as meeting the international standard for education of Occupational Therapists.

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates can provide direct occupational therapy services to clients with diverse conditions in hospitals, social service settings, schools, private clinics, nursing homes, and in the community. The well-balanced curriculum of the programme enhances the opportunity of the graduates for further study in local and overseas postgraduate programmes in occupational therapy, rehabilitation sciences, health and medical sciences, social sciences, and healthcare management.

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Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Nursing

Programme Leader Dr. Anson Tang PhD in Nursing, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Nursing, PolyU, Registered Nurse (HK)

Medium of Instruction EnglishTotal No. of Credits 151 creditsJUPAS Catalogue No. JSST01


PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to prepare students for professional careers in nursing with competence to deliver high quality patient care and make signifi cant contribution to the health of the community. The objectives are:

(1) to develop students’ competence in health promotion, maintenance and restoration, and prevention of illness through the delivery of primary, secondary and tertiary health care in various hospital and community settings;

(2) to equip students with problem solving and clinical reasoning skills;(3) to equip students with effective communication skills for the delivery of individualized care as well as for

facilitation of teamwork;(4) to provide students with experiential learning opportunities to facilitate integration of theory and practice in their

chosen profession; and (5) to nurture students’ all-roundness by expanding students’ understanding and appreciation of other cultures and

environment.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesAdvanced English Writing Skills English for Healthcare ProfessionalsApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills Putonghua


Discipline courses Advanced Pathophysiology Fundamentals of Nursing IIAnatomy and Physiology Health AssessmentCapstone Project Integrative Care of People with Non-communicable

DiseasesCare of Growing Children and Adolescents Introduction to Human Biology

Year Tuition Fee* (HK$)Year 1 $42,767Year 2 $42,767Year 3 $42,767Year 4 $42,767Year 5 $42,766Programme Total $213,834Annual Average $42,766.8


* After deduction of annual subsidy of HK$70,000 from the Government under Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions / Sectors (SSSDP),

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護理學健康科學(榮譽)學士學位

Discipline courses Care of Older People Introduction to Health InformaticsCare of People with Communicable Diseases Maternal and Infant CareCare of People with Non-communicable Diseases (I) Mental Health NursingCare of People with Non-communicable Diseases (II) MicrobiologyCare of People with Non-communicable Diseases (III) Nursing Practicum ICare of People with Non-communicable Diseases (IV) Nursing Practicum IICare of Vulnerable People Nursing Practicum IIIChinese Medicinal Therapeutics in Nursing PathophysiologyCommunication PharmacologyConcepts of Health Primary Care and Community NursingCreative and Critical Thinking Psychosocial Dimensions of Health and IllnessEconomics and Management in Health Care Public HealthEthical and Legal Aspects in Health Care Research Methods in Health CareEssential Concepts of Chinese Medicine Trauma and Disaster NursingFundamentals of Nursing I

General Education (GE) courses The Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations

+ Select 5 elective courses from the College’s GE course list

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS˙ Preference will be given to applicants who have obtained Level 4 or above for English Language in HKDSE. ˙ Only elective subjects under Category A of HKDSE will be considered.˙ Applicants should be fl uent in written English and Chinese, and in oral English and Cantonese.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONGraduates are eligible to apply for the license of Registered Nurses“註冊護士”(RN) from The Nursing Council of Hong Kong (NCHK).

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates can start their career in health and social care areas including hospital and community settings. In hospital, they can work at acute and non-acute units such as emergency department, operating room, paediatrics, medical and surgical units. In community setting, they can contribute to residential care services such as care of the elderly, care of the disabled. They can also work at family and child clinic, out-patient departments, ambulatory day-care centre etc. Graduates who wish to have career advancement as advanced practice nurse, nurse consultant, nurse manager, academic faculty member, researcher and etc. may pursue postgraduate studies in various areas such as master or doctoral degree in education, nursing, public health, social science, health service management etc.

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme aims to nurture experts in gerontology to meet the challenges of ageing population in Hong Kong. It provides students with a full scope of theoretical knowledge in gerontology care, such as social gerontology, psychogerontology, public health, and health and social services planning and management.

In this programme, students would have experiential learning opportunities to apply gerontology and interdisciplinary theories in practice settings; and be equipped with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes necessary for competent gerontological practice in diverse settings.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesAdvanced English Writing Skills English for Social SciencesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Enhancing Academic English SkillsDeveloping English Language Skills Putonghua


Discipline coursesAgeing, Family and Society Formal and Informal CarersApplied Gerontology Practicum I Health and Positive PsychologyApplied Gerontology Practicum II Health and Social Policy in an Ageing SocietyApplied Psychology Health and Social Service Planning and Delivery for

Older PeopleAsset Management for Older People Introduction to Age Related Changes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Gerontology

Programme Leader Dr. Winnie ChengPhD in Nursing, PolyU, MSc (Community Service Management), UWS, UK, BHS (Nursing) (ACU, Aust.)Registered Midwife, Hong Kong Midwives Board Registered Nurse (Aust. and HK)

Medium of Instruction EnglishTotal No. of Credits 121.5 credits







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應用老年學科學(榮譽)學士學位

Discipline coursesBasic Care for Older People Introduction to ManagementCapstone Project Modern Technology for Older PeopleChronic Illness Management Public HealthCommunication Recreational Activities and Exercises for Older PeopleComprehensive Assessment of Older People Research MethodsDementia Care Small Business ManagementEmpowering Process in the Welfare Settings + 1 Discipline elective courseEnd-of-Life CareEthical and Legal Aspects in Health and Social CareFood and Nutrition for Older People

General Education (GE) courses The Development and Operation of Non-profi t Organisations + Select 5 courses from the College’s GE course list

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESThis programme provides an area of specialisation for graduates to work with ageing population in multiple sectors. Graduates will be equipped with knowledge and skills required to work directly with older people or at the interface between older people and their environments in diverse settings ranging from residential homes to day care facilities, social welfare agencies, aged-friendly housing estates, or within the silver market business.

Graduates will have ample opportunities to pursue a career in areas such as aged care policy development, direct practice in health and social services with older people, health promotion and community development, silver market business and social research. They may enter the workforce as project coordinators or offi cers, and can be promoted to a higher position or advance to management levels after accumulating working experience in the aged care services. Graduates can also start a small business in the emerging silver market.

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Higher Diploma in Nursing

Programme Leader Dr. Florence WongPhD in Nursing CUHK, MNurs HKUBachelor Degree of Technology in Specialty Nursing (Critical Care Nursing) (Hons), BCIT, CanadaRegistered Nurse (Canada & HK)




PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme is to equip students with necessary knowledge, skills and attitude to meet the statutory requirements to enrol with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong (NCHK) as an Enrolled Nurse“登記護士”(EN). It will develop students’ competence in health promotion, maintenance and restoration, and prevention of illness through the delivery of primary, secondary and tertiary health care in hospital and community settings; equip students with effective communication skills for the delivery of individualised care as well as for facilitation of teamwork; develop students’ understanding of psychosocial, cultural and environmental dimensions of health and illness; equip students with critical, creative and analytical problem solving skills; and develop students’ generic attributes for their all-roundness.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesApplied Chinese Language (or Basic Chinese)* Developing English Language Skills


Discipline coursesCare of Adults Ethical and Legal Aspects of Health CareCare of Children and Adolescents Fundamentals of Nursing ICare of Older Persons Fundamentals of Nursing IICare of Patients with Chronic Illness Human Anatomy and PhysiologyClinical Practicum I (6 weeks) Introduction to Mental Health NursingClinical Practicum II (14 weeks) Microbiology and PharmacologyClinical Practicum III (6 weeks) Professionalism and Contemporary NursingClinical Practicum IV (16 weeks) + 1 Discipline elective course*Concepts of Health

* Students can choose either “Rehabilitation and Adaptation in Ageing” or “Primary Care and Community Nursing” as elective (discipline) in the programme.

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護理學高級文憑

General Education (GE) coursesApplied Psychology Creative and Critical ThinkingApplied Sociology Introduction to Research and Evidence-based PracticeCommunication

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS˙ Have obtained Level 2 in five HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language, English Language and

Mathematics (“222+22”). (Each applicant is allowed to use not more than two Applied Learning subjects in the application); OR

˙ Have obtained a pass in one AL subject or passes in two AS subjects in HKALE and fi ve passes in HKCEE including Chinese Language and English Language; OR

˙ Have obtained a pass in one AL subject or passes in two AS subjects in HKALE and three passes in HKCEE plus Level 2 in Chinese Language and English Language; OR

˙ Have obtained equivalent qualifi cations.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONThe programme is recognised by The Nursing Council of Hong Kong (NCHK) as a pre-enrolment nursing training programme. Graduates are eligible to apply for the enrolment as Enrolled Nurses (ENs) "登記護士" under the Nurses Registration Ordinance (Cap 164) of Hong Kong.

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESAfter graduates have received their EN licenses, they may work in hospitals and residential care settings of the publicly and privately owned organisations as well as the non-profit organisations. Qualified ENs can be case managers if they are employed in the elderly care and rehabilitation services.

Graduates may also pursue a bachelor’s degree programme in Nursing or other disciplines at TWC and other local or overseas institutions.

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Diploma in Health Studies(Navigation Scheme For Young Persons In Care Services)

Programme Leader Ms. Olivia PoMNurs (Advanced Practice) HKU, B.Sc. in Nursing UBC, CanadaPost-registration Diploma in Health Care Education (Nursing), PolyU

Medium of Instruction ChineseTotal No. of Credits 31 credits

2 years part-timeQF Level 3

Year Tuition Fee* (HK$)Year 1 $30,000Year 2 $30,000Programme Total $60,000Annual Average $30,000

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONThe programme is to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude to give clients and their families the care and assistance needed to live in the community. The curriculum is designed based on the concepts of caring, safety, critical thinking and professional approach. The objectives of the programme are:

(1) to develop students’ ability to provide personal care and assistance that cater to the individual needs and abilities of clients/residents;

(2) to enhance students’ communication skills for the delivery of personal care as well as for the facilitation of teamwork;

(3) to develop students’ understanding of the concepts of holistic care that promotes the client/resident’s physical, psycho-social and spiritual health and wellbeing;

(4) to facilitate student’s development in critical, creative and analytical problem solving skills; and

(5) to develop students’ basic skills to practise in residential care homes for the elderly and persons with disabilities.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Language coursesFundamentals of the Chinese Language Practical English for Healthcare WorkersFoundation English

Discipline coursesIntegrated Course of Combined Health Worker (Module 1 - 5)Module 1 - Introduction to Elder CareModule 2 - Physical Care of ElderlyModule 3 - Residential Care - Elderly Persons (1)Module 4 - Residential Care - Persons with DisabilitiesModule 5 - Residential Care Home Practicum

Residential Care – Elderly Persons (2)

Rehabilitation Care

General Education (GE) courseCreative and Critical Thinking

* Upon completion of programme, tuition fee will be reimbursed by the Social Welfare Department.

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健康科學文憑

PROGRAMME-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS˙ A permanent resident of the HKSAR aged 18-25; ˙ Fluent in Cantonese and written Chinese;˙ Be able to read and write simple English;˙ Has successfully completed S6 training or any equivalent

qualifi cation that is recognised by the Education Bureau.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONStudents who have successfully completed the first year of the programme are eligible to apply for registration with the Social Welfare Department (SWD), HKSAR as a Health Worker“保健員”.

CAREER PROSPECTS AND FURTHER STUDIESGraduates may serve in residential care homes, day care centres, or healthcare clinics in the community. Those who want to pursue further study for career advancement to professional level are eligible to apply for the Higher Diploma in Psychology programme at TWC.

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Scholarships / Bursaries Amount (per head)

TWC Entrance Scholarships for Business and Psychology Programmes

BSSc(APsy)/BBA/BBA(EM): HK$30,000For year 1 students with a HKDSE score of 15 or above (4 core subjects + 1 elective subject)HD(BusS)/HD(Psy): HK$20,000For students with a HKDSE score of 12 or above (2 core subjects + 3 elective subjects)

TWC Bursaries HK$ 2,000 – HK$ 40,000

Bursaries for Applied Gerontology HK$ 2,000 – HK$ 40,000

Scholarship for Applied Gerontology HK$ 15,000 – HK$ 30,000

7749 Scholarship HK$ 20,000

The Association of Chairmen of The Tung Wah Group of Hospitals Scholarship HK$ 20,000

K.K.Chow Scholarship HK$ 10,000 – HK$ 20,000

TWGHs Eddie Wang Scholarships HK$ 10,000 – HK$ 20,000

TWGHs Entrance Scholarships HK$ 10,000 – HK$ 15,000

TWGHs Ma Kam Chan Memorial Scholarships HK$ 5,000 – HK$ 15,000

Lui Chez Tim & Leung Kuen Scholarship HK$ 12,000

759 Store Scholarship HK$ 10,000

TWGHs Deborah Kwan Siu Lai-kwan Scholarships HK$ 10,000

Jeny Yeung Scholarship HK$ 5,000 – HK$ 10,000

Living Stones Scholarship HK$ 5,000 – HK$ 10,000

TWGHs Fung King Wai Scholarships HK$ 5,000 (Sub-degree)HK$ 10,000 (Bachelor’s degree)

HKSAR Self-fi nancing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS)

Outstanding Performance Scholarship HK$ 30,000 – HK$ 80,000

Endeavour Scholarship HK$ 10,000

Best Progress Award HK$ 10,000

Talent Development Scholarship HK$ 10,000

Reaching Out Award HK$ 10,000

All scholarships and bursaries are subject to availability of funding.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEThe Student Finance Ofi ce (SFO) of the Hong Kong SAR Government provides a number of fi nancial assistance schemes. The following schemes are available for eligible local students of TWC:• Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP)• Non-means-tested Loan Scheme for Post-secondary Students (NLSPS)

The NLSPS is used to complement the FASP to provide loan(s) to eligible students to settle tuition fees. Therefore, eligible full-time students who apply for fi nancial assistance under the FASP may concurrently apply for loan(s) under the NLSPS.

For more information, please visit www.wfsfaa.gov.hk

Scholarships And Financial Assistance

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Notes:Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Applied PsychologyBachelor of Education (Honours) in Early Childhood EducationHigher Diploma in Early Childhood EducationHigher Diploma in PsychologyBachelor of Business Administration (Honours)Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Entrepreneurship and ManagementHigher Diploma in Business StudiesBachelor of Medical Science (Honours)Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory ScienceBachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiation TherapyBachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational TherapyBachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Gerontology Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in NursingHigher Diploma in Nursing

* Scholarships that graduates of 2016/2017 may also apply for.

Scholarships 2018/2019

School of Arts and Humanities

School of Business School of Medical and Health Sciences

School of Nursing

BSSc (APsy)

BEd (ECE)

HD (ECE)

HD (Psy)

BBA BBA (EM)

HD (BusS)

BMSc BSc (MLSc)

BSc (RT)

BSc (OT)

BSc (AG)

BHSc (N)

HD (N)

1 Entrance Scholarships for Business and Psychology Programmes

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

2 Progressing Scholarships for BBA (Hons) and BSSc (Hons) Programmes

✓ ✓ ✓

3 Lui Chez Tim & Leung Kuen Scholarship

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

4 TWC Best Progress Scholarship

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

5 K. K. Chow Scholarship ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

6 Jeny Yeung Scholarship ✓ ✓

7 Living Stones Scholarship ✓

8 HSBC Vocational Education Scholarship

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

9 759 Store Scholarship * ✓

10 7749 Scholarship ✓

11 Scholarship for Applied Gerontology

✓

12 The Association of Chairmen of The TWGHs Scholarship

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

13 TWGHs Deborah Kwan Siu Lai-kwan Scholarships

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

14 TWGHs Eddie Wang Scholarships

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

15 TWGHs Fung King Wai Scholarships

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

16 TWGHs Ma Kam Chan Memorial Scholarships

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

17 HKSAR Self-fi nancing Post-Secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS)Outstanding Performance Scholarship (OPS)

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Best Progress Award (BPA) * ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Talent Development Scholarship (TDS)

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Reaching Out Award (ROA) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Endeavour Scholarship (EDS)

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

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Students’ And Graduates’ Sharing

Beatrice Chan Graduate (2016)Bachelor of Social Science (Hons) - Applied Psychology Major

The comprehensive and practical programme covers a wide array of fi elds including behavioral, as well as interview and research skills. It lays a solid foundation for my academic development and builds my independent thinking skills.

Tiffany Yuen Graduate (2017)

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Occupational Therapy

My voluntary work experience in hospitals inspired me to choose TWC’s Occupational Therapy programme in the hope of helping patients through appropriate treatments and care. At TWC, I was given not only the opportunity to have clinical placements at hospitals and NGOs, but also the chance to join an overseas study tour in Australia to understand the daily works of professional occupational therapists.

Wai-tai Lo Graduate (2016)Bachelor of Medical Science (Hons) - Medical Laboratory Science Major Currently works in Tuen Mun Hospital

The MLSc programme equips me to pursue a career in the fi eld of medical laboratory science that really interests me. During my study, with the guidance from teachers, my scientific knowledge and understanding on bacteria and diseases have been enriched. Through participating in clinical training, I gained much practical knowledge and strengthened my communication skills.

Ada Cheung Graduate (2016)

Bachelor of Medical Science (Hons) - Radiation Therapy Major Currently works in St. Teresa’s Hospital

The four years of challenging study provided me with a comprehensive grasp of the causes, treatments of cancer and their side effects. Through the handling with different patients during clinical training in hospitals, my communication skills have been strengthened.

Joey Pang Graduate (2016)Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons), major in Health Services ManagementCurrently an Assistant Offi cer in Health Information and Record Department of Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital

TWC has been dedicated to providing students with a pleasant learning environment and offering a series of professional programmes. Life here has been a great turning point for me. I have developed close relationships with fellow schoolmates as well as the teaching and administrative staff and have been given abundant opportunities for internships and community services.

Helen Ho Graduate (2016)

Bachelor of Health Science (Hons) – Nursing Major

Having studied at TWC for four years from associate degree to bachelor’s degree programme, I would like to express my gratitude to the College and my teachers for bringing me closer to my dream of becoming a nurse (Registered Nurse).

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DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Year 1 EntryFor Year 1 entry to degree programmes, applicants should meet one of the following requirements:1. Have obtained Level 3 in Chinese Language and English Language and Level 2 in Mathematics and Liberal

Studies plus one Elective/Applied Learning Subject at Level 2 (“3322+2”) in HKDSE; OR2. Have passes in AS Use of English and AS Chinese Language and Culture plus one AL subject/two AS

subjects in HKALE and Level 2 for Chinese Language and English Language plus passes in three other subjects in HKCEE; OR

3. Have obtained the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 28 and fulfi lled the English language requirements:i. Grade 4 or better in the Higher Level English Language (B Syllabus); or ii. Grade 5 or better in the Standard Level English Language (B Syllabus); oriii. Grade 4 or better in the Higher or Standard Level English Language (A1 or A2 Syllabus); or iv. Grade 4 or better in the Standard Level English - Text and Performance; orv. Grade 4 or better in the Standard Level English - Literature and Performance (A1 syllabus); OR

4. Have met the 2nd cut-off line of the respective province for admission to mainland key universities in the National Joint College Entrance Examination (JEE) and the scores of English Language is over 100 (普通高等學校聯合招生考試(JEE,PRC)達到所屬省市報讀第二批重點高校分數線以上及英語科達100分或以上); OR

5. Have obtained equivalent qualifications (such as meeting the admission requirements of a degree programme offered outside Hong Kong).

Senior Year EntryIndividual undergraduate programmes admit students for senior year entry. Applicants should meet one of the following requirements:1. Have completed an Associate Degree Programme (AD) or Higher Diploma Programme (HD) of the relevant

subject/discipline; OR2. Have obtained equivalent qualifi cations.Students admitted to the Senior Year may be required to satisfactorily complete some bridging courses. The bridging courses can be Discipline courses or General Education courses offered in the fi rst two years of the curriculum.

SUB-DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Year 1 EntryFor Year 1 entry to sub-degree programmes, applicants should meet one of the following requirements:1. Have obtained Level 2 in fi ve HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language and English Language (“22+222”).

(Each applicant is allowed to use not more than two Applied Learning subjects in the application); OR2. Have obtained a pass in one AL subject or passes in two AS subjects in HKALE and fi ve passes in HKCEE

including Chinese Language and English Language; OR3. Have obtained a pass in one AL subject or passes in two AS subjects in HKALE and three passes in HKCEE

plus Level 2 for Chinese Language and English Language; OR4. Have successfully completed a Pre-Associate Degree programme; OR 5. Have successfully completed Diploma Yi Jin programme; OR6. Have met the 2nd cut-off line of the respective province for admission to mainland key universities in the

National Joint College Entrance Examination (JEE) (普通高等學校聯合招生考試(JEE,PRC)達到所屬省市報讀第二批重點高校分數線以上); OR

7. Have obtained equivalent qualifi cations; OR8. Have reached the age of 21 and above.

Note: Mainland students will NOT be admitted until formal agreement to the admission is given by the Ministry of Education of the PRC.

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ALTERNATIVE CHINESE LANGUAGE (ACL) FOR NON-CHINESE SPEAKING STUDENTS

For non-Chinese speaking students, TWC accepts the following two alternative qualifi cations in Chinese Language (ACL):

1. Students obtained the minimum grade in the Chinese Language under GCE, GCSE and IGCSE.

Examination Subject Minimum grade required

Ceneral Certifi cate of Education Exmination (GCE) - (Advanced Level) (only UK accredited GCE will be considered)

Chinese Language

Grade E or above

Ceneral Certifi cate of Education Exmination (GCE) - (Ordinary Level) (only UK accredited GCE will be considered)

Grade C or above

General Certifi cate of Secondary Education Examination (GCSE) Grade C or above

International General Certifi cate of Secondary Education Examination (IGCSE) Grade C or above

2. Students obtained the grade “Attained” in the Applied Learning Chinese (ApL(C)).

Graduation RequirementsTo be considered for the award of a qualifi cation, a student shall:

1. Have completed the minimum required credit units as prescribed for the programme with a Graduation Grade Point Average (gGPA) of at least 2.0.

2. Have achieved GPA of 1.0 or above for all courses in the programme;

3. Have satisfied the requirements of the graduation project / practicum, if any, as prescribed for the academic programme;

4. Have completed the Work Integrated Learning Programme / Co-operative Education Scheme / Community Service programme, if any, as required by the programme; and

5. Have attained a valid score of 6.0 in IELTS or equivalent (for degree level programmes only). (Students would be considered as having fulfi lled the requirement if they have obtained a valid score in IELTS or equivalent at the commencement of the programme.)

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Contact Information

Online Application* www.twc.edu.hk/admission

Address 31 Wylie Road, Homantin, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Tel (852) 3190 6673

Email [email protected]

Website www.twc.edu.hk

* Application fee (for up to 3 programme choices): HK$ 200 (Local applicants) HK$ 400 (Non-local applicants)

- An additional of HK$100 will be charged for each programme choice starting from the 4th programme choice.- Applicants who are (i) studying Form 6 in TWGHs secondary schools AND (ii) current HKDSE candidates (i.e.

2018 HKDSE) do not need to pay the application fee.

Remarks:

- 2018 HKDSE students should submit applications through JUPAS for the following four programmes:

JUPAS Catalogue No. ProgrammesJSST01 Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in NursingJSST02 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory ScienceJSST03 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Radiation TherapyJSST04 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy

- The tuition fees listed in this prospectus are subject to review and adjustment without prior notice.

The information given in this Prospectus is accurate as of October 2017. Please refer to www.twc.edu.hk for the latest information.

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