Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Counselling

Programme Overview

The programme covers different areas in the field of Psychology and Counselling, and allows students to study in depth in the topics interested. The study of psychology and counselling can help students develop key personal skills and apply what they have learnt to practical problems in daily life and specific profession. Students can develop and enhance their understanding of the conceptual basis of the subject and thus its application to the procedures and practices of psychology and counselling.

Programme Objectives

  • To give students a comprehensive grounding in the knowledge and skills necessary for those aspiring to a career in psychology and/or counselling

  • To provide an attractive course of study which produces students with an understanding of psychology and counselling and the challenges with which practitioners are confronted

  • To foster an environment in which students are encouraged to: develop academic skills; challenge knowledge; apply theory to practice; develop critical awareness, analysis, and reasoning; solve problems; synthesize and evaluate information; and engage in research

  • To enable students to demonstrate key skills: oral and written communication; listening skills; use of information technology; numeracy and teamwork

  • To develop key personal and academic skills in students enabling them to become active and independent learners

  • To encourage students to reflect upon their studies and take responsibility for their own learning and continued professional development

Programme Features

  • This programme is offered by LIFE in Collaboration with the University of Canberra in Australia. Students will be awarded the degrees by the University of Canberra upon completion of study;

  • This programme has been validated by the Validation Board of the University of Canberra. The awarded degree is fully accredited by the University of Canberra and are recognized worldwide;

  • Lessons are conducted at Lingnan University Main Campus so that students can enjoy campus life;

  • Students can have full access to the teaching, learning and amenities facilities of the University campus

Programme Structure

  • Year 2 (24 Credits)

Semester 1
Personality Psychology (3 credits)
Health Psychology (3 credits)
Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology (3 credits)
Introduction to Counselling Theory & Principles (3 credits)
 
Semester 2
Developmental & Lifespan Psychology (3 credits)
Forensic Psychology (3 credits)
Exercise Psychology & Behaviour (3 credits)
Counselling Communication (3 credits)
 

  • Year 3 (24 Credits)

Semester 1
Counselling for Dispute Resolution (3 credits)
Human Motivation & Emotion (3 credits)
Fundamentals of Social Psychology (3 credits)
Learning & Behaviour (3 credits)
 
Semester 2
Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
Group Work (3 credits)
Ethical & Professional Issues (3 credits)
Reflections on Community Practice (3 credits)

Admission Requirements

  • Higher Diploma in relevant disciplines, or

  • Associate Degree in relevant disciplines, or

  • Higher National Diploma (UK) in relevant disciplines, or

  • ​Equivalent qualifications taught by English

Requirement for English Proficiency

  • Completion of a sub-degree programme with English as medium of instruction

Tuition Fees

  • HK$9,750 per unit

Financial Assistance

  • Extended Non-means-tested Loan Scheme (ENLS)

 
Remarks: This programme is an exempted course under Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance (Ref.No.412477). 

‘It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.’

Download Programme Prospectus here.

Enquiries

Tel: 2616 7237 / 2616 8210
Email: hei@LN.edu.hk