Programme Code : A1P017 (Full-time) / C2P047 (Part-time) Study Mode : 1 Year Full-time / 1.5 Year Part-time (maximum up to 3 years) Programme Leader : Dr WONG Wing Sze Enquiry Hotline : (852) 2948 6452 (Miss Chan) E-mail : psystud@ied.edu.hk INTRODUCTION The Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (Schools and Community Settings) [PGPSCS] has two overarching aims. First, it aims to provide those working with children and young people in education and related community settings a foundation in relevant psychological principles. With a deeper understanding of these psychological theories and the empirical basis for them, teachers and other education-related professionals will be able to modify their own instructional practice and strategies to improve life chances and results for students. Second, in the process of achieving the above, the programme will provide graduates with a qualification that allow them to pursue further studies in psychology and related fields, thus improving also the life chances of teachers and the like. Graduates of the programme are eligible to apply for Graduate Membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society (Applications for membership of the Hong Kong Psychological Society are made on an individual basis). PROGRAMME AIMS Upon completion of the programme, students will: have a substantial background of knowledge in psychology via an examination of the major principles of modern psychology and their applications in education and community settings through different perspectives; be able to evaluate major psychological principles/theories vis-a-vis real life issues in education and community settings; be able to evaluate research evidence using scientific principles; and be able to design and carry out psychological research. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE Students taking the full-time mode will complete the programme in 1 year, while those taking the part-time mode will complete in 1.5 - 3 years. They need to attend an average of 3 classes per week which may be held in the evening/daytime on weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and/or during long holidays at at Tai Po Campus/ Town Centre# as decided by the Institute. # Town Center will be moved to Tseung Kwan O (1 King Yin Lane, Tseung Kwan O) with effect from the 2012/13 academic year. PROGRAMME CURRICULUM Course Title Credit Points Credit Points Subtotal Bridging Course: Basic Principles of Psychology* (3) Core Courses: 27 Biological Psychology 3 Human Development across the Lifespan 3 Research Methods in Psychological Studies 3 Personality Psychology 3 Cognitive Psychology 3 Social Psychology 3 Abnormal Psychology 3 Learning Theories & Processes 3 Statistical Methods in Psychological Studies 3 Project: 6 Research Project in Psychological Studies 6    Total Credit Points 33 Download the Course Leaflet * This bridging course is for candidates with a recognised Bachelor's degree but have not taken an introductory psychology course or equivalent. The credit units earned after completing this course will not be counted towards the total credit units of the programme. MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION The medium of instruction is English. TUITION FEE This programme is offered on a self-funded basis. The tuition fee for the whole programme is HK$82,500, i.e. HK$7,500 per course, which is provisional and subject to adjustment (for those who are required to take the bridging course: HK$90,000). Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor's degree and preferably have introductory psychology training at a recognised tertiary institution. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview/ test. Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate competency through one of the minimum requirements as listed on the "Application and Admission" Section or completion of first degree at a university where the programme studied was taught in English.