Bachelor of Education (Honours) (English Language) – Primary
The Education University of Hong Kong
Key Information
Campus location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
5 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
HKD 140,000 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* non-local students per annum; local students: HK$42,100 per annum
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Introduction
Programme Aims
This programme aims to equip students with:
- In-depth knowledge of the English language;
- Abilities to help Hong Kong primary students to learn English as a second language effectively;
- Lifelong learning skills and the ability to appreciate moral, social and cultural values;
- The aptitude to work collaboratively with students, parents, colleagues, school administrators and other professionals;
- Understanding of education issues of Hong Kong and the ability to react to educational innovations positively; and
- High proficiency in English necessary for fulfilling the language graduation requirement as stipulated by the Programme.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
Domain | Credit Points (cps) |
Major
| 54 |
Education Studies | 30 |
General Education | 22 |
Final Year Project | 6 |
Electives (including optional Minor(s)/Second Major) # | 15 |
Field Experience | 20 |
Language Enhancement | 9 |
Overseas Immersion Programme | Non-credit bearing |
Total: | 156 |
* Subject to approval
# Student have an option of taking a Minor (15cps) (or two Minors) or a Second Major (minimum 30 cps) of taught courses in the Electives Domain for graduation with Minor(s) or Second Major, subject to the specific requirements of the Minor(s) or Second Major concerned. Students are required to take extra credits to fulfill the Second Minor/Second Major requirements.
Notes:
(1) Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre / Sports Centre as decided by the University.
(2) Field Experience, internship, overseas trips and immersion may be affected by the pandemic situation. Appropriate alternative arrangements will be made if outbound activities are suspended.
(3) Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1-night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute 18% of the estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the 2023/24 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.
(4) Students admitted to the Bachelor of Education (English Language) programme are required to attend a compulsory Immersion Programme. While Immersion Programmes are heavily subsidised, students are required to contribute no less than 18% of the best estimated cost of the Immersion Programmes ("student contribution").
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
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Career Opportunities
Career Prospects/Professional Qualifications
The programme is designed to provide students with the disciplinary and professional competency to teach in local primary schools. Majoring in English with in-depth academic and professional knowledge, graduates of the programme will have excellent career prospects. They will be ready to gain the following skills and qualifications:
- Be eligible to apply to become fully qualified and registered teachers in Hong Kong;
- Be able to apply for an exemption from the Language Proficiency Assessment for Teachers – English (LPATE) with high level of English proficiency; and
- Be able to help students learn English as a second language effectively in Hong Kong primary schools.
Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.
EdUHK is one of the teacher education providers in Hong Kong. Graduates of the University’s teacher education programmes are eligible to apply to become fully qualified and registered teachers. As regards teacher registration, graduates should approach the Teacher Registration Team of the Education Bureau (EDB) to submit applications directly. All applications will be assessed by the EDB which will consider, among other things, whether an applicant has been convicted of any criminal offence (including sex-related offences) in Hong Kong or elsewhere, or is involved in any ongoing criminal proceedings or investigations. For details, please browse the EDB's website.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.