3943 9199
(#Pending University Approval)

  • Propel your future with our comprehensive and cutting-edge curriculum at public health, paving the way to degree programmes in diverse health disciplines
  • Foster a professional career with enhanced interprofessional collaboration and social responsibility, equipping you with the expertise to thrive in this dynamic sector
  • Venture into real-world applications through internships, offering immersive experiential learning and networking opportunities, for example with Jockey Club School of Public Health and Primary Care of CUHK, to augment your professional growth.

''With its comprehensive and cutting-edge curriculum, the programme empowers students to seamlessly articulate into degree programmes or embark on professional careers, contributing meaningfully to community wellbeing."








Professor Eliza L.Y. Wong
Associate Director (Teaching and Learning) and Professor,
The Jockey Club School of Public Health and Primary Care,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Programme Information

Admission Requirements
Applicants should fulfill any one of the following requirements:
  • Level 2 in five subjects* in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination including Chinese Language# and English Language, or equivalent; or
  • Pass in one A Level or two AS Level subjects, plus five passes in HKCEE including Level 2/ Grade E or above in Chinese Language and English Language, or equivalent; or
  • Satisfactory completion of the Diploma Yi Jin or Diploma of Applied Education Programme; or
  • Aged 21 or above

If one of the five subjects is 'Citizenship and Social Development', the admission requirement will be "Attained" for 'Citizenship and Social Development'  and Level 2 in four other HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language and English Language.

A maximum of two Applied Learning subjects, excluding Applied Learning Chinese (ApL(C)), can be used in the application. "Attained", "Attained with Distinction (I)" and "Attained with Distinction (II)" Level in Applied Learning subjects will be considered as equivalent to Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 in HKDSE subjects respectively.

Applied Learning Chinese (ApL(C)) will be accepted as an alternative Chinese Language qualification for admission consideration for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) DSE candidates.

Note: Interview is required.

Programme Structure

This programme will be offered on a two-year full-time basis, and based on a credit unit system.

Programme Structure Details
Progression Path
  1. Local universities' UGC-funded Undergraduate Degree Programmes through the Non-JUPAS Admission Scheme
  2. Self-funded Undergraduate Degree Programmes and Top-up Degree Programmes offered by local institutions
Internship Programmes and Field Trips
To allow students to apply theoretical knowledge from their coursework to real-world scenarios, they will work as interns at organisations, including NGOs and aged care centres, engaging directly with diverse community groups. In addition, students will implement health education initiatives to promote well-being and preventive healthcare practices.
General Information

Mode of Delivery

Classes will be conducted in the form of lectures, tutorials and seminars.

Medium of Instruction

Teaching activities and learning materials will be conducted in English and Cantonese as deemed appropriate.

Class Location

CUSCS Learning Centres

Enquiries

Tel: 3943 9199
Email: HD_TKO@scs.cuhk.edu.hk

Tuition Fee

Local Applicants : $61,380 / per year#