The Social and Arts Global Excellence (SAGE) stream aims to recruit high-calibre applicants who want to explore their academic interests and make informed decision about their future. Distinguished features of the stream are as follows: 

• Free choice of major: Students admitted through the SAGE stream are free to choose a major in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) at the beginning of Year 1 (except for BSocSc Social Work).
   
• Service Learning courses: Students of the SAGE stream are required to satisfactorily complete two Service Learning courses under the SAGE stream, namely PIA2268 Cross-Sectoral Innovation and Leadership (3 credit units) and SS2300 Leading Public and Social Sector Organizations: Service Learning in Practice (3 credit units), which integrate community service with academic learning. This hands-on experience not only enriches students' education but also enhances their understanding of societal issues, fostering personal growth and civic responsibility.
   
• Cross-sectoral modules: Students of the SAGE stream will be given the opportunity to widen their horizons by attending different modules of seminars (non-credit bearing) conducted by experts in their respective industries.
   
• Non-local academic/research exchanges: Upon fulfilling conditions, eligible students of the SAGE stream will be provided with an opportunity to participate in non-local academic/research exchanges in top-ranked universities or prestigious organisations to leverage the diverse disciplines within CLASS.
   
• One-to-one mentorship: Each student will be paired with a faculty member to meet regularly for academic advising and career planning.
   

Students admitted through the Social and Arts Global Excellence (SAGE) stream are free to choose a major in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) at the beginning of Year 1 (except for BSocSc Social Work). The major options are:

Department of Chinese and History
- BA Chinese and History (SAGE stream)

Department of English
- BA English (SAGE stream)

Department of Linguistics and Translation
- BA Linguistics and Language Applications (SAGE stream)

Department of Media and Communication
- BA Digital Television and Broadcasting (SAGE stream)
- BA Media and Communication (SAGE stream)

Department of Public and International Affairs
- BSocSc International Relations and Global Affairs (SAGE stream)
- BSocSc Public Affairs and Management (SAGE stream)

Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences
- BSocSc Crime Science (SAGE stream)
- BSocSc Psychology (SAGE stream)
 

For details of the programme's curriculum structure, please visit the Undergraduate Catalogue.

On top of the existing requirements of the respective majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS), students of the Social and Arts Global Excellence (SAGE) stream are required to satisfactorily complete two Service Learning courses under the SAGE stream, namely PIA2268 Cross-Sectoral Innovation and Leadership (3 credit units) and SS2300 Leading Public and Social Sector Organizations: Service Learning in Practice (3 credit units), which integrate community service with academic learning. This hands-on experience not only enriches students' education but also enhances their understanding of societal issues, fostering personal growth and civic responsibility.

Under normal circumstances, students of the SAGE stream are expected to complete PIA2268 within their first year of study and SS2300 in their second year.

The Social and Arts Global Excellence (SAGE) stream is designed to cultivate global-minded leaders and nurture graduates with a distinct competitive edge across corporate, public and social sectors. Through combining an academic specialization offered by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) with comprehensive cross-sectoral leadership training and non-local academic/research exchange opportunities, the SAGE stream empowers graduates to excel as management trainees, policy analysts, media strategists, consultants of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), humanities education, and social innovators.

College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Department of Chinese and History

Department of English
Department of Linguistics and Translation

Department of Media and Communication
Department of Public and International Affairs

Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Undergraduate Catalogue
Flexible Admission Arrangement
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents

This is one of the CityUHK’s Flagship Programmes, which equip students with essential knowledge and skills, cultivate their global leadership abilities, and connect them with leading professionals. The Flagship Scholarships, which cover tuition and hall fees, a guaranteed berth, and a one-off exchange sponsorship of up to HK$500,000, will be awarded to local JUPAS talents who meet the criteria.

Crime science is an interdisciplinary approach for developing practical solutions to real world crime problems. This programme aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of this approach, including the use of scientific theories, methods and strategies for preventing crime. With a specific focus on safeguarding the public and upholding Hong Kong's reputation as one of the safest cities globally, this programme offers students the opportunity to contribute to societal progress through innovative approaches. The programme considers the prevention of many forms of both small-scale and transnational organised criminal activity – ranging from residential burglaries to cybercrime. It is ideally suited for practical-minded students with a passion for discovery and a commitment to utilizing scientific analytical methods to benefit society and promote social development. 

This is the only UGC-funded undergraduate programme in Hong Kong to provide comprehensive training in the discipline of Crime Science.

Entrance Requirements for Direct / Non-JUPAS Applicants

To be considered for admission, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements.

For details of the programme’s curriculum structure, please visit the Undergraduate Catalogue - Crime Science. 

Curriculum structure of the Advanced Standing I degree:

Curriculum structure of the Advanced Standing II degree:

Upon successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:        

• describe a range of key concepts, theories and professional values in Crime Science and understand how it differs from traditional criminology;
• identify and critique the underlying assumptions of and devise interventions against criminal issues with a particular interest in different types of informal and formal problem-solving strategies in society;
• apply qualitative and quantitative research methods and use different scientific perspectives for explaining crimes in society;
• evaluate the applicability of crime-scientific theories in practice and develop innovative ideas for preventing crimes and creative ways of reducing re-offending in society with a focus on the local context;
• evaluate the function and operation of social institutions and law enforcement agencies in the criminal justice system;
• conduct scientific research independently; analyse the impacts of social, technological, and environmental changes on individuals and society; present research findings clearly and systematically to the public; and provide creative suggestions and/or solutions for preventing crimes in society; and
• design programmes, generate alternatives, invent ideas, and construct cost-effective means for sustaining social order and safety.

Students will have a broadened exposure to theories and analytical skills training in Crime Science – which specifically engages with devising practical approaches for solving real-world problems. This broad and practical knowledge base will strengthen the employability of graduates. Sample areas of employment for our graduates include positions in law enforcement agencies (e.g. Hong Kong Police Force, Correctional Services Department, Customs and Excise Department, Immigration Department, and Fire Services), schools and universities, non-governmental organisations, security or risk management departments in private companies, research institutes and marketing research firms, media industries, and public relations firms.

Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences 
Undergraduate Catalogue - Crime Science 
CityUHK Scholarships for Hong Kong Talents