The Department is committed to providing students with a holistic education by offering social science programmes and general education courses to stimulate students’ intellectual growth and personal development. Members of the teaching staff are well-qualified in the areas of social sciences, including sociology, economics, cultural studies and social work. They aspire to achieve a high level of quality in scholarly and professional activities and are dedicated to the nurture and welfare of students. In addition to the General Education courses offered through the General Education Office, the Department launched the Associate of Social Science in Social Work (ASSSW) Programme in September 2004. Specialists in various sectors of social work/welfare have been recruited and the Department also maintains a good network with professionals and potential employers in the social work field. This aims to seek substantive support for students and, at the same time, to enhance the graduates’ employment opportunities. The Department has kept in close contact with local and overseas institutions of higher education. This establishes opportunitiesfor further studies for graduates.

Social Work Induction Camp 2007