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Undergraduates

Internship
Wong Tin-long and Cheung Ho-yu (Internship company: Anchor House by The Boys’ Bridge, Hong Kong)
Wong Tin-long and Cheung Ho-yu (Internship company: Anchor House by The Boys’ Bridge, Hong Kong)

Wong Tin-long and Cheung Ho-yu (Internship company: Anchor House by The Boys’ Bridge, Hong Kong)

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Wong Tin-long and Cheung Ho-yu internship with Anchor House by The Boys’ Bridge (Hong Kong) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme Cheung Ho-yu This internship opportunity could bring you very practical working experiences. Not only enriching your skills in education, but also giving you unforgettable memories. Wong Tin-long You could learn the knowledge with different fields and this organization […]

Billy CHAN Hok-yuen Internship with DiD HK Limited (Dialogue in the Dark) (Hong Kong)
Billy CHAN Hok-yuen Internship with DiD HK Limited (Dialogue in the Dark) (Hong Kong)

Billy CHAN Hok-yuen Internship with DiD HK Limited (Dialogue in the Dark) (Hong Kong)

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Billy CHAN Hok-yuen intership with DiD HK Limited (Dialogue in the Dark) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme If you are interested in working as an intern there, you may need to do some research in order to know what are the needs of the visually and hearing impaired people. You could also join the Dialogue in the Dark […]

Yuen Ho-fung Internship with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (Hong Kong)
Yuen Ho-fung Internship with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (Hong Kong)

Yuen Ho-fung Internship with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (Hong Kong)

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Yuen Ho-fung internship with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (Hong Kong) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme The Hong Kong Council of Social Service is an alliance of non-governmental organisations (NGOs), as well as a communication channel and consultancy between NGOs and the HKSAR Government.   I worked as a research assistant and was provided with a […]

Beatrice Leung Hay-yeung Internship with Save the Children Hong Kong (Hong Kong)
Beatrice Leung Hay-yeung Internship with Save the Children Hong Kong (Hong Kong)

Beatrice Leung Hay-yeung Internship with Save the Children Hong Kong (Hong Kong)

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Beatrice Leung Hay-yeung internship with Save the Children (Hong Kong) BSocScEd (GCS)   I am interested and concern with the issues related to children’s education, such as how could the children in poor regions received a suitable education? Is book the only means to education? Save the Children Hong Kong is an International organization, giving […]

Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)
Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

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(Photos from Top to Bottom: Memorial Event at Liberty Square in Taipei; Met with Sunflower Student Movement Leader, Lin Fei-fan; Met with Tatung Labor Union) Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme The trio had their internship with the Taiwan Labor Front and received first-hand knowledge about Taiwanese organizations.

Hui Fung-ming, Hui Tsz-fung and Ng Kiu-hong Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)
Hui Fung-ming, Hui Tsz-fung and Ng Kiu-hong Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

Hui Fung-ming, Hui Tsz-fung and Ng Kiu-hong Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

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Hui Fung-ming, Hui Tsz-fung and Ng Kiu-hong Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme The trio had their internship with the Taiwan Labor Front this past summer of 2016 and wrote a cover story on their experiences published in the organization’s newsletter. Read extraction… Taiwan Labor Front’s issuu

Winky Hui Internship with Fair Trade Hong Kong Foundation BSocScEd(GCS) Programme
Winky Hui Internship with Fair Trade Hong Kong Foundation BSocScEd(GCS) Programme

Winky Hui Internship with Fair Trade Hong Kong Foundation BSocScEd(GCS) Programme

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Winky Hui Internship with Fair Trade Hong Kong Foundation BSocScEd(GCS) Programme As an intern, working every day at the Foundation was unique and fruitful. It was a great chance for me to understand more about technology and up-to-date business practices. I was involved with various projects and campaigns, such as an education project in Macau […]

Rebecca Ng Internship with One Heart Source (South Africa)
Rebecca Ng Internship with One Heart Source (South Africa)

Rebecca Ng Internship with One Heart Source (South Africa)

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Rebecca Ng Internship with One Heart Source (South Africa) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme It was a wonderful opportunity to have a positive impact on children and also influence myself. Seeing their passion for learning in their eyes and their pessimistic thoughts towards life made me realized that I could not be more grateful for what I had […]

Miko Ho Internship with Habitat for Humanity China Limited (Hong Kong)
Miko Ho Internship with Habitat for Humanity China Limited (Hong Kong)

Miko Ho Internship with Habitat for Humanity China Limited (Hong Kong)

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Miko Ho Internship with Habitat for Humanity China Limited (Hong Kong) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme Working here enhanced my awareness of the social problems and public policy in Asian countries, as well as encouraged my contribution to the societies. I was more familiar with the housing and poverty issues in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Cambodia, Thailand and […]

Others
First Step to Become a Changemaker – Experiential Workshop at Dream Impact
First Step to Become a Changemaker – Experiential Workshop at Dream Impact

First Step to Become a Changemaker – Experiential Workshop at Dream Impact

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A total of 36 BSocSc(SEDS) students joined an experiential workshop on Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Dream Impact on 16 September 2022. The Workshop provided the opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of social entrepreneurship. The sharing session of “Human Library” conducted by the two social entrepreneurs – Helen from Oh My Kids and [...]
Kim Tsui Ka-ho
Kim Tsui Ka-ho

Kim Tsui Ka-ho

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BSocScEd(GCS) Graduate (2012/13) After graduating from Hong Kong Institute of Education (HKIEd) in 2013, I subsequently joined Henderson Land Development Co. Ltd. as an Assistant Project coordinator. I have been taking part in different construction projects, such as residential projects, A&A works of commercial building and shopping centre renovation. This job has been very challenging […]

Pat Tai
Pat Tai

Pat Tai

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BSocScEd(GCS) Graduate   The GCS Programme provided us with hands-on learning experience through working on various individual and team projects, especially the internship programme where I was assigned to work with the Civic Party during their 2012 legislative council election campaign. I had the opportunity to work with the council members and participated in both […]

Tim Tsz Wing-li
Tim Tsz Wing-li

Tim Tsz Wing-li

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Selfie of Tim Tsz Wing-li (far right) with fellow Dragonair Colleagues. BSocScEd(GCS) Graduate (2013/14)   My name is Tim or you can call me Tsz Wing. I graduated last year in 2014 and I am currently working as a flight attendant with Hong Kong Dragon Airline Limited (Dragonair). For me, Greater China Studies (GCS) is […]

Au Ching Shan
Au Ching Shan

Au Ching Shan

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BSocScEd(GCS) Graduate (2013/14)   I graduated from GCS in 2014 and I am currently a postgraduate student at the University of Edinburgh in the U.K. GCS is more than a general undergraduate course which consists of interpersonal relations development and multi-skills building other that basic academic knowledge. Numerous opportunities are offered to GCS students from […]

Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)
Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan)

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(Photos from Top to Bottom: Memorial Event at Liberty Square in Taipei; Met with Sunflower Student Movement Leader, Lin Fei-fan; Met with Tatung Labor Union) Sunny, Rano and Jay Internship with Taiwan Labor Front (Taiwan) BSocScEd(GCS) Programme The trio had their internship with the Taiwan Labor Front and received first-hand knowledge about Taiwanese organizations.

BSocScEd(Hons)(GCS) Student Received Whole Person Development Award 2018 (April 2018)
BSocScEd(Hons)(GCS) Student Received Whole Person Development Award 2018 (April 2018)

BSocScEd(Hons)(GCS) Student Received Whole Person Development Award 2018 (April 2018)

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Congratulations to Ms. Chan Pui Yee, who received the University’s “Whole Person Development Award 2018”. Pui Yee is a 4th year student in the Bachelor of Social Science Education (Honours) (Greater China Studies) programme. The Whole Person Development Award was introduced to promote all-round development and recognize students’ achievements in co-curricular learning. Seven students were included […]

Lin Shiyan
Lin Shiyan

Lin Shiyan

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Lin Shiyan BSocScEd(GCS) Programme Choosing BSocScEd (GCS) in HKIEd for my bachelor’s degree had proved to be a wise decision for me. Thanks to our kind and helpful Programme Leader Ms. Isabella Ng, it didn’t take me long to fit into the life in Hong Kong even though I am a non-local student. What’s more, […]

Hung Kit Ming, Kimi
Hung Kit Ming, Kimi

Hung Kit Ming, Kimi

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Hung Kit Ming, Kimi BSocScEd(GCS) Programme It was my great pleasure that I could study in the Greater China Studies Programme. Through the teaching of academics, I am equipped with knowledge which could further develop my career path. I enjoyed quite a different learning environment compared to what I experienced in secondary education. I receive […]

Postgraduates

Exchange Learning
Xie Wenbo
Xie Wenbo

Xie Wenbo

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Xie Wenbo MSocScEd(GCS) Programme “Happy Times” in HKIED is short and precious. In the class, we are encouraged to speak out and provide our unique insights. Our mind surf in the ocean of knowledge with teachers. In addition, we can learn the foremost of academic development from participating in various international conferences. I still remembered […]

Field Visit
Tracy Lee Gar-ying
Tracy Lee Gar-ying

Tracy Lee Gar-ying

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Tracy Lee Gar-ying MPPG Programme I enjoyed my studies in the Master of Public Policy and Governance (MPPG). There is a close bond between the students, professors and administrative staffs of the Programme. Apart from the course content, I have the opportunity to learn outside the campus via field visits which offered me an in-depth […]

Others
Two recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Full Entrance Scholarship Award
Two recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Full Entrance Scholarship Award

Two recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Full Entrance Scholarship Award

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This year, we have offered the Master of Public Policy and Management Full Entrance Scholarship Award to two students, Mr Kaewlungka Pakin, Pipo and Ms Tanaoun Jeerawan, Gina. The scholarship covers 100% of the programme’s tuition fee, residential subsidy, and food. Today, we would like to take this chance to share their academic journey with […]

Two recipients awarded the Master of International Relations and Development Taught Master Excellence Scholarship
Two recipients awarded the Master of International Relations and Development Taught Master Excellence Scholarship

Two recipients awarded the Master of International Relations and Development Taught Master Excellence Scholarship

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This year, we have offered the Master of International Relations and Development Taught Master Excellence Scholarship to two students, Ms Ding Xin and Ms Zhang Yu. The scholarship covers 50% of the programme’s tuition fee. Today, we would like to take this chance to share their academic journey with you all. DING XIN – Master […]

Three recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Academic Scholarship
Three recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Academic Scholarship

Three recipients awarded Master of Public Policy and Management Academic Scholarship

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The Department of Asian and Policy Studies is committed to supporting students in pursuit of academic excellence and who demonstrate outstanding achievement through contributions to the community, leadership, and progressive social change. This year, we have offered the Master of Public Policy and Management Academic Scholarship to three students, Mr Pun Kam Lam, Mr Hu […]

EdUHK team shines in Hong Kong-wide Public Policy Case Competition
EdUHK team shines in Hong Kong-wide Public Policy Case Competition

EdUHK team shines in Hong Kong-wide Public Policy Case Competition

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April 2021 A team of students from the Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) Programme of the Department of Asian and Policy Studies (APS) won the second runner-up in the Second Inter-University Public Policy Case Competition held by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in April 2021. Nearly 60 teams from […]

Mr Nantapong Butakhieo
Mr Nantapong Butakhieo

Mr Nantapong Butakhieo

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December 2020 A current student of the Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM), Mr Nantapong Butakhieo has co-authored an article with Dr Lina Vyas, who is the Programme Leader of MPPM. The article is titled “The impact of working from home during COVID-19 on work and life domains: an exploratory study on Hong Kong”. […]

Stay True to Yourself: A Singaporean Girl’s Academic Odyssey at EdUHK
Stay True to Yourself: A Singaporean Girl’s Academic Odyssey at EdUHK

Stay True to Yourself: A Singaporean Girl’s Academic Odyssey at EdUHK

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What motivated a Singaporean girl with two degrees earned in the United States and 7-year work experience in Singapore to come to Hong Kong and start an academic odyssey in the EdUHK? Vivien Tang, a student of the Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) program, has a lot to say. Born and raised up […]

Back to school AGAIN: A Thai Civil Servant’s odyssey of knowledge
Back to school AGAIN: A Thai Civil Servant’s odyssey of knowledge

Back to school AGAIN: A Thai Civil Servant’s odyssey of knowledge

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With increasing worldwide and complex social challenges, the demand for talent in public policy and management soars. It is not uncommon for senior bureaucrats or rising stars from the civil service to be despatched for overseas study, or for some, to be lured by excellence of the institutes and attractive offer. Nitikon Jirathitikankit (Nitikon), our […]

Xie Wenbo
Xie Wenbo

Xie Wenbo

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Xie Wenbo MSocScEd(GCS) Programme “Happy Times” in HKIED is short and precious. In the class, we are encouraged to speak out and provide our unique insights. Our mind surf in the ocean of knowledge with teachers. In addition, we can learn the foremost of academic development from participating in various international conferences. I still remembered […]

Luo Yushu
Luo Yushu

Luo Yushu

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Luo Yushu MSocScEd(GCS) Programme Efficient literature searching and reading contribute a lot to the organization of thoughts and writing. The different viewpoints raised by the academic staffs and fellow students during each interaction always generated amazing new ideas. Learning both theories and empirical practices helps me to know the world better.

Qin Feixue
Qin Feixue

Qin Feixue

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Qin Feixue MPPG Programme The professors of the Programme are professional, amiable and are from around the world. The small-size class teaching structure ensures every student’s participation and allows for in-depth learning. I could not have imagined of falling in love with learning before I came here. Now I am ready to explore society and […]

Pan Peilin
Pan Peilin

Pan Peilin

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Pan Peilin MPPG Programme Participating in MPPG Programme is my honor, since it greatly broadened my horizon, enriched my knowledge and provided me with various opportunities of Internship, study tour, scholarship, etc. The Programme has prepared me for a brighter future and better career path. I am grateful to study at EdUHK.