Master in Social Sciences

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) was established in 1989 and is now Hong Kong's largest self-financing university, serving around 12,000 full-time students. Situated in a vibrant global city, HKMU combines career-focused teaching with applied research and a public service ethos. The university emphasises versatile, professional curricula designed to meet evolving industry and societal needs.

HKMU holds self-accrediting status and offers more than a hundred programmes across business, creative arts, social sciences and education. Courses are developed with strong industry links and many carry professional recognition, while 103 programmes and active research centres support postgraduate study and cross-disciplinary projects. International learners benefit from practical learning, internships and faculty who bring practitioner experience into the classroom, helping graduates enter regional and global job markets.

Student life at HKMU mixes campus clubs, creative activities and community engagement with practical career services and scholarship options for eligible students. Its urban location provides easy access to Hong Kong's cultural, financial and media sectors, making internships and part‑time work realistic options. For international applicants seeking an affordable, city‑centred education with clear pathways to employment, HKMU offers a balanced, industry‑focused experience.

The Master in Social Sciences at Hong Kong Metropolitan University is for students who want to learn about social issues and how to solve them. This master's degree takes one year to complete and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes subjects like research methods, social theory, and statistics. You will develop skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving through hands-on projects and case studies.

Graduates can work as Social Research Managers, Policy Analysts, Community Development Officers, or Human Rights Advocates in government agencies, non-profit organizations, or private companies.