Overview

The Applied Psychology programme at Lingnan University aims to expose students to contemporary theories and practical skills in psychology; and build a learning community that nurtures students to pursue advanced professional training and a career in psychology.

Learning Outcomes

explain the fundamental principles and significance of the multi-faceted field of psychology including cognitive, developmental, social and personality psychology;

explain and analyse the nature of cultural differences on psychological processes and their manifestation in behaviour;

apply psychological theories, concepts, and research findings to novel situations and ill-defined problems in everyday life;

design and conduct independent research in relation to human behaviour;

demonstrate skill in the use of psychological principles to improve the well-being of members of society in which they live; and

develop, integrate and apply professional principles and knowledge to undertake a career or further studies in psychology, and counselling related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Psychology

Lifespan Developmental Psychology

Social Psychology

Theories and Models in Counselling Psychology

Psychopathology

Consumer Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for entry into this programme, candidates should have:

a bachelor’s degree awarded by a tertiary education institution recognised for this purpose by the University; or equivalent qualifications and experience, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis; and

An applicant whose degree or, exceptionally, an alternative qualification deemed equivalent is not from a tertiary institution in Hong Kong or an English-speaking country should fulfill the following minimum English proficiency requirement:

a band score of 6.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); or
obtain a minimum score of 79 (internet-based test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
an equivalent score in a recognised test, or an equivalent qualification to prove his/her language proficiency which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

165000 HKD / year

≈ 165000 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

165000 HKD / year

≈ 165000 HKD / year

Additional Details

Part-time: HK$16,500 per course

Living costs

Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR)

13720 - 23419 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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