| Programme Short Name | Study Mode | Normal Period of Study | JUPAS Code | EdUHK Programme Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA(ECFS) | Full-time | 2 Years (Senior Year Admissions) | N/A | A2B102 |
| Enquiry (Admissions) | Programme Leader | Enquiry (Programme) | Programme Booklet | Programme Webpage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (852) 2948 6886 Submit Your Enquiry |
Dr Choi Ka Man Carmen (852) 2948 6399 carmenchoi@eduhk.hk |
(852) 2948 7085 baecfs@eduhk.hk |
Programme Booklet | Programme Webpage |
Programme Introduction
Hong Kong witnesses an increasing need for parent education and related studies. The BA(ECFS) programme addresses this need by training students who are able to empower parents to promote the development of young children using science-informed methods.
Students will learn how to develop and evaluate family-oriented programmes. Students will also learn how to collect data to address research questions about early childhood and family studies. Graduates are expected to be competent practitioners who are able to support families and schools in their efforts to take care of young children, run systematic family-oriented programmes in school and community settings, and deal with a wide range of family-related issues.
Programme Structure
| Domain | Credit Points (cps) |
|---|---|
| Senior Year Admissions | |
| Major | |
| - Major Course | 27 |
| - Cross-Faculty Core Course | 3 |
| - Major Interdisciplinary Course | 3 |
| Minor / Electives | 15 |
| General Education | |
| - Experiential Learning Course on Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ELC on E&I) | 3 |
| - University ePortfolio | 3 |
| Language Enhancement | - |
| Final Year Project - Honours Project / Capstone Project |
6 |
| Total: | 60 |
Notes:
(1) Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / North Point Study Centre / Sports Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre as decided by the University.
(2) Students who did not complete a Higher Diploma/Associate Degree in ECE before admission to the programme are required to take an additional 3-cp compulsory course in the first semester of Entry-Year, ECE 2244 Child Development. The major/ programme specific and Final Year Project credit points taken by these students would be 42 cps (i.e. 63 cps for the whole programme).
(3) Students admitted into this programme are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and/or other parts of Mainland China. The programme may also require students to participate in other non-local learning experience for completion of the programme. While the visits are subsidised, students are required to contribute part of the estimated cost of the visits ("students’ contribution"), whereas any personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs shall be at students’ own expense. The estimated cost of the visits and students’ contribution for students admitted to the coming cohort is yet to be available due to a variety of factors such as inflation of cost of the visits, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc.
Internship / Overseas Study Opportunities
Students are required to do practical work, such as hosting talks, seminars, workshops, competitions, play-based activities, community events, and other child- or family-oriented initiatives, in a designated site, such as a school, a NGO, or a family education centre, for 130 working hours. Students are also required to attend pre- and post-internship visits, workshops, and seminars, so that they are fully prepared to communicate with and provide support to children and families from different backgrounds and have opportunities to reflect upon their experiences and consolidate their learning.
Career Prospects/Professional Qualifications
- Professional practitioners in social service sectors;
- Teachers* or Teaching Assistants in early childhood settings;
- Project Officers or Community Liaison Officers in public organisations, private enterprises, and community agencies that serve children and families; and
- Research Assistants in academic institutions, as well as government and non-government organisations, who study child development and family relationships.
*for those who possess teacher qualifications before admission to this top-up degree programme.
What Our Students Say
I used to think that a university degree merely reflected one’s academic level. However, the study at the EdUHK has changed my perception towards tertiary education. The University offers a wide range of experiential learning opportunities that encourage students’ whole-person development and strengthen our soft skills, which are essential for career preparation and potential realization.
Sei Yuen-ling
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood and Family Studies
After my two-year programme, I am truly grateful that EdUHK has provided an opportunity to have a remarkable practicum experience in a kindergarten. In this experience, I shared the knowledge and strategies I learned in the courses through workshops for parents. These workshops helped the parents support their children’s emotional, cognitive and language skills.
Hung Yi Mei
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood and Family Studies
During my two years of study in Early Childhood and Family Studies, this programme has taught me how to use various skills to communicate effectively with parents. The two parenting workshops I conducted during my internship were very beneficial to me. The workshop themes focused on emotions and reading with parents, which enabled me to actively engage with parents and transfer my learned skills to them, such as active listening and using emotional bottles.
I also observed that different types of parents have varying reactions to their children's growth and development. After completing this programme, my future career path will be in a kindergarten or private childcare centre. My main hope is to not only serve the children but also to address parents' concerns and help them support their children's positive growth.
Yung Tsz Ying
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood and Family Studies
Over the past two years, I have been fortunate enough to participate in an internship where I learned more about the importance of family education and childhood development by holding family lectures. This internship experience deeply gratifies me. I collaborated with professors and classmates to plan this family lecture and gained many skills and knowledge. Additionally, having the opportunity to share this learning journey with parents is precious to me.
Cheng Yan Yu
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood and Family Studies
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