Language and Culture

Co-ordinator: Dr MAK, Wing Wah Pauline
Email: pwwmak@eduhk.hk
Website: http://www.eduhk.hk/eng

This area emphasizes critical analysis and discussion of key issues and theoretical concepts in the area of Language Education. It focuses on the respective roles of English and other languages in diverse multilingual and multicultural settings and will include, in the context of English language teaching and learning, the implications for language education of the developing roles of English in international and multilingual settings. The implications of this for language policy and pedagogy are explored. This naturally involves a study of the roles research can play in language education and includes paradigms of enquiry and critical enquiry.

Specialised Courses

• Critical Literature Review on English Language Education
• Research Design for English Language Education
• Theory in English Language Education Research
• Special Topic in English Language Education

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this website. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time as due to change of circumstances and the University reserves the right to revise any information contained in this website as it deems fit without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

*Part-time mode is not open for application for 2025/26 intake

Co-ordinator: Dr YAN, Jing
Email: yanj@eduhk.hk
Website: https://www.eduhk.hk/chl/

Language Education (Chinese) is a programme area that deals with the study and research on the educational practice of Chinese teaching and the subject knowledge of Chinese Language, with the scope of Chinese Language covering both Classical and Modern Chinese. The integrated programme draws on both the theoretical and methodological achievements in the field of Chinese Language Education. With a dual focus on pedagogies and subject knowledge, the programme aims to help students master theories and methodologies that can effectively apply to the professional practice of teaching Chinese as a first language (L1) and / or a second language (L2).

Specialised Courses

• Theory and Perspectives in Chinese Language Education
• Issues in Chinese Language Studies

Elective Courses

• Chinese Language Curriculum, Teaching Materials, Instruction and Assessment
• Special Topics in Chinese Language

Remarks :Applicants are required to include a research proposal (not less than 5000 words in Chinese, excluding quotations and references) with their application.

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this website. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time as due to change of circumstances and the University reserves the right to revise any information contained in this website as it deems fit without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.

Co-ordinator: Dr MATSUNOBU, Koji
Email: kmatsunobu@eduhk.hk
Website: https://www.eduhk.hk/cca/

The creative arts play a critical role in human and community development as well as the cultural and creative industries. The rapid and ongoing transformation of the cultural landscape and economic environments in a globalised world presents enormous challenges to educational and artistic leadership in areas such as policy making, innovative programme/curriculum development and interdisciplinary learning. This area is designed to provide stimulating opportunities for students to be engaged as lifelong learners with exciting research projects and significant global trends in creative arts education – music / visual arts. Discussion of current and emerging issues including arts-based research, evidence-based and research-based teaching and decision making, change leadership, cultural entrepreneurship and brain-based learning emphasize the vital role of creative arts leadership in the 21st century.

Specialised Courses

• Literature Review in Arts Education
• Research Methods in Arts Education
• Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Creative Arts
• Entrepreneurship and Leadership in Creative Arts
• Contemporary Issues and Trends in Arts Education
• Philosophy, Aesthetics and Arts Criticism

Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this website. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time as due to change of circumstances and the University reserves the right to revise any information contained in this website as it deems fit without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.