Bachelor of Social Sciences in Criminology and Bachelor of Laws
1123 (JS1123)
Local Places:
10 (For First-Year Entry)*
* for JUPAS and non-JUPAS admissions
Vast career options upon graduation
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is a recognised qualification for admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL), a prerequisite for entering the legal profession in Hong Kong. Students will procure knowledge and skills necessary to undertake managerial and executive responsibilities in a wide range of professions, including policing, crime prevention, security services, correctional services, conflict resolution, and the operation of non-governmental organizations. Many opportunities will be provided for students to develop an interest in discovery and innovation to benefit society through crime control and reduction. The skill set taught in the double degree enables students to apply for jobs in the government, disciplinary forces and private corporations.
Uniqueness of Double Degree at CityU
CityU is the only UGC funded institution that offers a double degree in Criminology and Laws in Hong Kong. We bring together our legal and criminology experts to provide you with a valuable learning experience.
The double degree programme between the Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and the School of Law aims to equip degree-level graduates with broad knowledge of criminology and laws; and professional competence to conduct criminological and legal research to solve problems in organizational, community, societal, national, and international contexts.
In particular with respect to the Law degree the major aims to:
- provide a liberal education in the theory and practice of law at the level and rigour appropriate for an undergraduate degree;
- equip students with a critical understanding of law and legal institutions so as to enable them to serve the needs of Hong Kong and the international community; and
- facilitate the development of a range of intellectual skills, in particular the ability to think analytically and critically, to solve problems, and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
The Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences prides itself for a long track record in offering quality teaching in academic programmes delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of faculty members. The mission of the Department is to offer quality education and professional training in the disciplines of Applied Sociology, Counseling, Criminology, Psychology, and Social Work, excel in related research areas, and promote social justice and betterment of life.
The School of Law aspires to be an internationally renowned centre for legal research and teaching in the Asia-Pacific region. The School’s mission is to provide students with an excellent education and to contribute to the advancement of knowledge. Through co-operation with other law schools and professional organisations, the School aims to foster an environment in which both students and staff can develop and use their legal knowledge, professional skills and expertise for the benefit of the entire Hong Kong community.
JUPAS Entrance Requirements
| JS1123 Bachelor of Social Sciences in Criminology and Bachelor of Laws | |
| HKDSE Subject | Minimum Level Required |
| English Language | Level 5 |
| Chinese Language | Level 3 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Citizenship and Social Development | Attained |
| Elective 1 | Level 3 |
| Elective 2 | Level 3 |
Notes:
- Besides Category A elective subjects, Mathematics extended modules (M1/M2) and “other languages” (at grade E or above) can also be used to meet the elective requirement. If students take both M1 and M2, they are counted as one subject only.
- Applied Learning subjects are not counted as elective subjects.
- For details of the alternative Chinese Language qualifications acceptable by the University for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students, please click here.
To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements and the following programme-specific entrance requirements:
- an overall IELTS band score of 7# or above; OR
- a TOEFL score# of 600 (paper-based test) OR 100 (internet-based test); OR
- score of 6 or above in IB English (SL/HL); OR
- Grade B / Grade 6 or above in IGCSE First Language English or grade A/7 in IGCSE English as a Second Language; OR
- Level 5 in HKDSE English Language; OR
- Grade C or above in HKALE AS Level Use of English; OR
- Level 5 or above in HKDSE English Language; OR
- other equivalent qualifications.
#Obtained within 3 years before admission
The minimum number of credit units required for graduation is 150 credits. In line with the University’s tuition fees policy, any extra credit units exceeding 144 completed in the first four years and any credit units taken in the fifth year of study and beyond will be charged on a self-financing basis.
Students will procure knowledge and skills necessary to undertake managerial and executive responsibilities in a wide range of professions, including policing, crime prevention, security services, correctional services, conflict resolution, and the operation of non-governmental organizations. Many opportunities will be provided for students to develop an interest in discovery and innovation to benefit society through crime control and reduction.
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is a recognised qualification for admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL), a prerequisite for entering the legal profession in Hong Kong.
