Overview

The Master of Social Work from Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College is designed for those who have received undergraduate training in social work or social sciences and human service related degree programme, and wish to advance their knowledge and skills in general, particularly with respect to mental health practice.

Overview

The programme, with its structure kept intact, has been continuously strengthened with new academic input and ongoing introduction of new courses addressing rising challenges confronted by social work practitioners and users in the field, such as substance abuse, abusive intimate relations among young people, and domestic violence and tragedies involving people with mental illness. The programme places emphasis on small-class teaching which can facilitate learning in a more comfortable interaction both among students and between students and staff.

The MSW programme aims at developing students in mental health practice. And it’s unique in nature and especially designed for those who are involved in children and youth work, family services, health and mental health social work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology

Social Work

Psychology

Community Development
Communication

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zhuhai, China

Disciplines

Social Work View 4 other Masters in Social Work in China

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Full transcript of university studies;

University degree and graduation certificate;

Two signed references letters;

English language test score report;

Personal Statement;

Copies of your Identity Card (Two sides) or Passport;

Any other supporting documents.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

170000 CNY / year

≈ 170000 CNY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

170000 CNY / year

≈ 170000 CNY / year

Funding

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Work Permits

International students in China are generally not permitted to work while studying. Limited exceptions may apply with special approval from your university and authorities. Always confirm the current rules locally.

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Funding

Work Permits

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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