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    Master of Counselling

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    Hong Kong, HKMSocScIn-person2 years
    HK$231,840.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    66
    Credits
    HK$600.00
    App fee

    Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong is a 66-credit, 2-year, in-person MSocSc program based in Hong Kong, HK. Tuition is HK$231,840.

    About the program

    Equips students to act as first line of help for people needing support to prevent severe mental health problems and provides further training in counselling processes for human services practitioners. Features multidisciplinary teaching from clinical psychologists, social workers, and therapists.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 or above (internet-based test)
    IELTS
    required
    Min a minimum overall band of 6 with no subtest lower than 5.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months under the Immigration Arrangement for Non-local Graduates (IANG)

    HK$100,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong is HK$231,840 across 66 required credits.
    Is Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong online or in-person?
    Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong take to complete?
    Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong is structured around 2 years and 66 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Counselling at University of Hong Kong: 24 months under the Immigration Arrangement for Non-local Graduates (IANG)