APSS was honoured to host a visit from Prof. Bruce A. THYER in August 2025. Prof. THYER, Distinguished Research Professor of Social Work at Florida State University, has consistently supported practice research and social work education in Hong Kong and the Mainland China. During his two-week visit, he conducted two full-day training workshops on "Advanced Research Methods, Research Integrity, and Ethics" and "Preparing Grant Proposals." Additi

15 Sep 2025

The Research Postgraduate Programme (RPg) Orientation took place on 3 September 2025. The event began with an opening speech delivered to all incoming students by Prof. Juan CHEN, Associate Head of APSS and Chair of the Departmental Research Committee. Prof. Christian GREIFFENHAGEN, Associate Professor and Director of RPg Studies at APSS, together with the supervisors, also welcomed all new research postgraduate students as they began their acad

10 Sep 2025

2025 Departmental Best Teaching Award The Departmental Best Teaching Award is a prestigious prize within APSS that acknowledges and celebrates our faculty staff members’ commitment and dedication to enabling student teaching and learning. Congratulations to Prof. Anson AU and Prof. Yvette TO (both Assistant Professors of APSS) who won the 2025 Departmental Best Teaching Individual Award!  It is hoped that both awardees continue to inspire our c

8 Sep 2025

The “Igniting Social Innovation Competition 2025”, attracting over 180 students from 22 secondary schools was recently organised between March and August 2025 by the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS). It is hoped that secondary school students were able to enhance their awareness of social issues, increase their creative thinking and empathy, and care for those in need in society through positive actions.   This competition adopted an

2 Sep 2025

APSS organised a study trip to Taiwan from 9 to 15 August 2025. A total of 20 BA (Hons) in Social Work (BASW) students participated in this trip that was led by Dr Kong YAM , Senior Lecturer of APSS and Programme Leader of the BASW, and Dr Chi Yuen LEUNG, Lecturer of APSS. Students engaged in a variety of activities, including a guided community tour, a traditional Taiwanese lunch, and a unique nose flute experience. They also visited various T

29 Aug 2025

On 25 August 2025, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) held an Orientation Programme for the new cohort of taught postgraduate students, with a total of over 320 freshmen this year. Prof. Eric CHUI, Chair Professor of Social Work and Criminology, Head of APSS and Co-Director of the Policy Research Centre for Innovation and Technology, extended a warm welcome to all freshmen and gave a brief introduction of APSS. Dr Rodney CHU, Senior

27 Aug 2025

The Undergraduate Programme Orientation for over 170 freshmen who are joining the APSS family was successfully held on 25 August 2025. It was an opportunity for incoming students to learn about the department, make new connections, and prepare for a new chapter in their lives. Representatives of the 32nd APSS Student Association (APSSSA) also extended their welcome to the freshmen, and shared their experiences, school life and learning tips with

26 Aug 2025

On 25th August 2025, APSS hosted a reception to welcome our newly admitted student-athletes and students in the areas of leadership and community services. During the reception, APSS outlined the resources and services available to them, ensuring that they would have the necessary guidance to thrive in their academic, athletic and community services endeavours. APSS is committed to supporting the development of our talented students and facilitat

25 Aug 2025

The APSS Graduates Association (APSSGA) proudly participated in a futsal match as part of the PolyU Alumni Sports and Wellness Day 2025, organised by the PolyU Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) on 26 July 2025. Our alumni not only enjoyed the games but also valued our friendship and showed good sportsmanship. It is a joy to see our alumni return and have fun, and this event is indeed an excellent opportunity to boost alumni engagement. The APSSGA will

30 Jul 2025

APSS is thrilled to share our recent experience as a co-host of the PolyU Summer Institute 2025 organised by the PolyU Global Engagement Office. This initiative allowed us to welcome a group of enthusiastic secondary school students who were eager to explore the fields of healthcare and social sciences, providing them with insights into cutting-edge practices in local integrated youth services.   On 23 July 2025, we had the pleasure of having 23

28 Jul 2025