Faculty of Social Sciences

Faculty of Social Sciences encompasses the Division of Humanities & Social Sciences, Department of Education and the Department of Applied Social Sciences. We mainly offer Social Work, Sports, and Early Childhood Education higher education programmes to provide professional knowledge to students who are interested in related industries. Moreover, through experiential learning such as internships, exchanges, site visits and field trips, students have opportunities to broaden their horizons.

Prof. CHUI Yat Hung

EdD (CUHK), MSSc (HKU), BSc (Gloucestershire), BSW (PolyU), CPsychol, ACounS, FHKPCA, AFBPS, RSW

  • Has taught various courses in HKU, CUHK and PolyU as programme leader or division head
  • Immediate Past President, Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association (HKPCA)
  • Steering Committee on Service Projects for Individuals with ASD or ADHD and their Families, Heep Hong Society

Dr. LAM King Yee, Vicky

DSW (PolyU), MSc (PolyU), PGDE(PVE)(HKIEd), BSSc(Hons) (CUHK), RSW, RT, Assistant Social Worker (China)

  • Worked at non-governmental organizations, government department, and higher education institutions including the Chinese University of Hong Kong, HKIEd School of Continuing and Professional Education, and the Education University of Hong Kong
  • Co-opted member of Committee on Qualification Recognition, Social Workers Registration Board
  • Vice Chairperson of Professional Training and Development Council, Hong Kong Social Welfare Sector Heart to Heart Joint Action
  • Other community engagements include the Hong Kong Social Service Professional Alliance of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, the Institute of Social Service Development, the Hong Kong Association of Schools of Social Work, Youth Outreach (Committee on Outreaching Services), District Youth Development and Civic Education Committee, Care Team etc.

Dr. WONG Wing Kei, Vicky

EdD (HKBU), MEd (HKU), Acc. Dip ECE (Seneca), BA Double Maj Econ and East Asian Studies (York), TESL Cert (Seneca), QKT, CCW

  • Has taught various courses in HKBU and CICE and has taken up Programme Leader, Senior Lecturer and Center Manager roles
  • Has taught in various kindergartens in Hong Kong, Taiwan and Canada as a curriculum supervisor
  • Director of The Association for Development of Professional Teachers

Dr. CHUN Ping Kit, Roxco

PhD, MSocSc, BSocSc (HKU), Dip Legal Studies, RSW

  • Vice-chairperson, the Marriage Enrichment Network
  • Assessor for accrediting and CPD courses of the Hong Kong Academy of Social Work

Dr. LIT Siu Wai

PhD (PolyU), Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work (The University of Melbourne (in partnership with the Dulwich Centre), MSW (CUHK), BSW (PolyU), RSW

  • Has taught Social Work Programme at various degree levels (Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degree) for about 25 years and was the Assistant Professor, Principal Clinical Associate and the Programme Leader of MSW in PolyU
  • The previous Head of the Office of Counselling and Wellness and the Section Head of the Counselling and Wellness Section of the Student Affairs Office (SAO) in PolyU
  • Registered Social Worker, Certified Clinical Supervisor of the Hong Kong Marriage and Family Therapy Association (HKMFTA); Associate Fellow, Certified Counselling and Approved Counselling Supervisor of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Assoication (HKPCA); Certified EFT Therapist of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)

Dr. LEUNG Wing Yat, Mike

DBA (PolyU), MSc Mgt (PolyU), MSc Occupational Psy. (London U), MSSc SW (CityU), MSSc Psy. of Edu. (CityU), MSSc Applied Psy. (CityU), BAPSA (CityU), PGC Teaching (PolyU), Registered Psychologist (HKPS), RSW

  • Have taught in different higher education institutions for more than 20 years
  • Work as the Board Member of Cultural Power Charity Foundation
  • Worked as the Executive Director (CEO) of HK Rehabilitation Power
  • Registered Psychologist (HK Psychological Society), Registered Social Worker

Dr. LUK Yim Mei, Kiano

D.HTM (PolyU), MPhil (HKU), BSc (SSLM) (HKU), CHE, PD Facilitator

  • Has taught in the University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Baptist University
  • Vice-Chancellor's Outstanding Teaching and Learning Awardee
  • Appointed Researcher of Greater Bay Area Sports Culture Research Institution
  • Certified Personality Dimensions Facilitator (Level 1) and Certified Hospitality Educator

Mr. LAM Man Hin, Arnald

MEd (CUHK), PGD (CUHK), BEIE (CityU)

  • The first Swim Schools International (SSI) Swim Teacher Instructor
  • Team Coach of Hong Kong China Lifesaving Team
  • Honorary Chairman and Head Coach of Sparkle Sports Association (Finswimming and Swimming Department)
  • Awardee of Coaching Excellence Awards (2024) and Community Coach Recognition Awards (2024), Former Hong Kong Finswimming records holder, Former National Champion in 50 meters Bifins

Ms. WONG Nga Yu, Judlie

MA Education(ECE) (CUHK), CKP (CUHK), BEd (EdUHK), QKT, CCW, CCS

  • Has taught at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, The Open University of Hong Kong and Caritas Institute of Higher Education as a lecturer and a practicum supervisor

Dr. HO Sin Ting, Selene

EdD (Bristol), MSocSc (Counseling) (HKU), BSocSc (HKU), QKT, CCW

  • Worked at various universities and teritary inititutions. Mainly taught and coordinate Bachelor and Higher Diploma programme courses
  • Practicum coordinator for Bachelor programme
  • Participated in teachers' training and school curriculum development

Ms. CHEUNG Tsz Kwan, Jennifer

MA (CUHK), BSSc (Hons) (CUHK), RSW

  • Worked at non-governmental organizations, government department, and higher education institutions including the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Baptist University, School of Continuing and Professional Studies of CUHK
  • Certified Personality Dimensions® Facilitator (Level 1)
  • UCLA PEERS® Certified Provider
  • Member of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association (HKPCA)

Mr. LEUNG Suet Chung, Max

MA (Public & Social Administration, CityU), BSW (HKBU), Dip (Hon.) Social Work (HKBU), RSW

  • Has taught various courses in HKUSPACE, HKBU SCE, HKCU SCS, and HKBU CIE as programme leader
  • Worked as professional social worker in SWD and various NGOs mainly in FSC, Youth services and School Social Work
  • Guest Speaker of Symposiums on Prevention and Counselling of Drug Abuse for Juveniles

Dr. SHIU Wai Fan, Victoria

PhD (EdUHK), MSocSc (CUHK), MA (HKBU), BA (Hons) (HKBU), Certified sex therapist (HKASERT), RSW

  • Has taught at The Education University of Hong Kong and Caritas Institute of Higher Education as a lecturer and a fieldwork supervisor
  • HKASERT Certified Sex Therapist
  • UCLA PEERS® Certified Provider

Dr. TANG Chung Keung, Terry

DSW (PolyU), MSSSW (CityU), BSSSW(CityU), DipSW (PolyU), RSW

  • Over twenty years experience in rehabilitation services
  • Professional career includes working with Down Syndrome, autism, intellectual and physical disabilities, and their caregivers.

Dr. TSE Ka Wo, Nick

Ph.D. (HKU), MSc International Addiction Studies (KCL), BSW (HKU), AFHKPCA, CCoun(HKPCA), CGC, Certified MI Trainer and Member of MINT, RSW

  • Board of Directors – Network Engagement Liaison (2024 – present), Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainer, USA
  • Honorary Assistant Professor (2023 – present), School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
  • Adjunct Assistant Professor (2023 – present), Centre for Health Behaviours Research, JC School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Adjunct Professor, Wenzhou Medical University, China

Dr. LAM Bik Che, Phoebe

Ph.D. Sociology (HKPolyU), MA Practical Philosophy (LingnanU), MA Philosophy (CUHK), BSW (Hons) (HKPolyU), DipSW (CityUHK), RSW

  • Over twenty years' experience serving new arrival families from the Chinese Mainland, South Asian children, migrant domestic workers, and victims of human trafficking from Southeast Asia
  • Presidential Awardee (Kaanib ng Bayan, Republic of the Philippines), conferred by President Benigno S. Aquino III in recognition of her contribution to Filipino victims of human trafficking and domestic workers in Hong Kong
  • Served as Service Supervisor of two family service centres in Guangzhou, China
  • Over twelve years' experience as fieldwork supervisor at HKU, CUHK, CTIHE, and UOWCHK

Mr. CHAN Yim Wai, Brian

MSc (CUHK), BSc (Sheffield Hallam)

  • Former Hong Kong Windsurfing Team Member
  • Worked as a Sports Facilities Manager at both the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, a Project Manager for the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, a Personal Trainer at PURE Fitness, and a Windsurfing Coach with the Windsurfing Association of Hong Kong, China as well as the Hong Kong Sports Institute
  • Certificate holder in Windsurfing and Kayaking Instructor, Tennis Coach, Fitness and Kickboxing Trainer, and Football Leader
  • Recipient of the Windsurfing Association of Hong Kong, China Thanks Coach Scheme Award

Ms CHAN Wai Tak, Moon

MSSc (HKU), BSW (HKU), RSW

  • Former Assistant Secretary General of Community Investment and Inclusion Fund (CIIF); Senior Manager (Social and Elderly Wellness) at Hong Kong Housing Society; and Service Supervisor at the Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres
  • Over 20 years of experience in community development
  • Service targets cover single-parent families, women, elderly, and caregivers

Mr. CHEUNG Pak Long, Kelvin

MA (CUHK), MEd (HKBU), BEd (HKBU), QKT, CCW, CCS, SCCW

  • Has taught as a teacher and assistant head teacher in various kindergartens in Hong Kong
  • Served as a member of the Incorporated Management Committee

Mr. IU Chun Kit, Jason

MSc (Dean's List) CUHK, MSocSc (Distinction) EdUHK, PgDip (Adult Education) HKUSpace, BA (Hons) PolyU, B License UEFA, C License AFC

  • Head of Youth Football Development (Kowloon City District Sports Association)
  • Mentor of Coaching (The Football Association of Hong Kong, China)
  • Former Futsal National Team Coach (The Football Association of Hong Kong, China)
  • Member of Exercise Physiology, Fitness and Health Research Group (SSPE, CUHK)

Ms. KWOK Wai Kwan, Queenie

MSW (PolyU), BASW (PolyU), RSW

  • Experienced frontline social worker (Major in school social work)
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor

Mr. LAI Tsz Chung, Water

MAFCFE(CUHK), BSSc(CUHK), ADCoun, MBTICoun, RSW

  • Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor
  • Accredited MBTI Counsellor
  • Drug Consultant, Church of Good and Faithful Servants

Ms. LAI Wan Wai, Phyllis

MSc (CUHK), BSc (PolyU)

  • Former Learning and Development Trainer, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Former Staff Trainer, Outward Bound Hong Kong. Recipient of the Year of Adventurer Award (2017)
  • Mountain Craft Coach (Hong Kong, China Mountaineering and Climbing Union)
  • Certified in multiple local and international outdoor disciplines (Wilderness First Responder, Risk Management, Sea Kayaking, Rock Climbing and Rope Technician)

Ms. LEE Chin Ching, Janice

MSocSc (HKBU)

  • Years of experience in coaching athletics and basketball

Ms. LEE Sok Man, Annie

MSocSc (HKBU)

  • Engaged in camp service and youth activities related work for many years
  • Certified HKAAA Level 1 Technical Official
  • Certified CCAHK Level 1 Instructor in Low Event Challenge
  • Holding multiple outdoor technical certifications including Sport Climbing, Mountaineering, and Kayak.

Mr. LO Chi Yin

MSocSc (SCM) EdUHK

  • Awardee of Dean’s Honour List, The Education University of Hong Kong (2024–2025)
  • Worked at Baptist University. Mainly researched physical fitness and sports performance
  • Certificate holder in High Event Instructor and Fitness Coaching

Ms. NG Wing Han, Candace

MA(Distinction)(PolyU), BA (Distinction)(PolyU SPEED)

  • Has taught at several universities and tertiary institutions, including PolyU, PolyU SPEED, CCCU, and UOW College Hong Kong as a lecturer and visiting associate
  • Served as a researcher at various universities and tertiary institutions, including EDUHK, CityU, CIHE, engaged in various academic research and social policy related applied research projects

Mr. NIP Ching, Jerry

MAFCFE (CUHK), BSW (PolyU), RSW

  • Prepared/Enrich © Certified Facilitator
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor
  • Worked as professional social worker in various NGOs mainly in Non-refoulement Claimants, Family Service Centre and Children services
  • Community engagements include Student Development Committee of Hong Kong Social Workers Association, Care Team member etc.

Ms. POON Wing Yan, Fian

MSW (YorkU), MA (CUHK), BSW(HKBU), RSW

  • Experience as both a centre-in-charge and frontline practitioner in social service organizations, having served in women’s organization, elderly centre, and public housing estate service units, supporting disadvantage groups, women, the elderly, and caregivers.
  • Served in community organizations in Canada, specializing in migrant worker support and gender-focused community work.

Mr. SHUM Wai Chuen

MSW (CUHK), BSocSc(SW) HKU, RSW

  • Has worked in the social service field for nearly 30 years
  • Working as senior management staff in different NGOs such as Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council, Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Holy Carpenter Church Social Service, Aberdeen Kai-fong Welfare Association and Hong Kong ABWE Social Services

Mr. SIU Hin

MSW (PolyU), MSocSc in Youth Counseling (HKBU), BA in Criminology (University of Hull), RSW

  • Over ten years of experience in adventure counseling for children and adolescents
  • Honorary Consultant, Just Feel Organization
  • Member of the Hong Kong Professional Counseling Association (HKPCA)
  • Application of AI consultant for Gideon Centre

Ms. TSANG Yuen Yi, Cassie

MEd (HKBU), PGDECE (HKBU), BA (Hons) (HKBU), QKT, CCW, CCS

  • Has taught at different tertiary institutions as a lecturer
  • Has taught in primary school and kindergartens

Ms. WONG Sze Man, Vicky

MSocSc (Social Work) CUHK, BA(Hons) HKBU, PDGE(Chi) HKBU, RSW, RT, RHT

  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor
  • Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF)
  • Registered Horticultural Therapist (RHT)
  • Experienced frontline social worker (Major in youth and school social work)

Ms. YIP Wai Yi , Winnie

MEd (HKBU), BHE(Hons)(EdUHK), QKT, CCW, CCS, SCCW

  • Has taught in different kindergartens

Mr. YIP Tsz Kin, Francis

MSW (PolyU), BAAP (Hons) (PolyU), RSW

  • Worked at non-governmental organizations, government department
  • Has taken up the researcher and coordinator at Brain Quotient and Neurofeedback Technology Center
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor
  • Institute of Social Service Development Youth Council Committee Member

Mr. YIP Sai Ming, Simon

JD (CUHK), PCLL (CUHK), MSW (Distinction) (CityU), BSS (HKBU), RSW, SOLR

  • Qualified Solicitor, HKSAR with practising  certificate and consultant
  • Worked as a social worker in Integrated Community Centre for Mental Wellness ("ICCMW") and Centre for Drug Counselling
  • Voluntary Legal Advisor for the People Service Centre
  • Volunteer legal mentor of moot trials for secondary students and delivering voluntary legal seminars to non-profit organizations

Ms. YUEN Kin Yan, Ivy

MAFCFE (CUHK), BSW (CityU) , RSW

  • Has taught various courses in CCCU, UOWCHK and HKSYU (Fieldwork supervisor)
  • HKAATA, certified animal-assisted therapist