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Lingnan University Retains World No. 1 in Quality Education, Tops 6 SDGs in Hong Kong SAR, and places in the global top 100 for 7 SDGs in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026
24 Jun 2026
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Lingnan University and Sungkyunkwan University co-organise the 3rd Joint Symposium, sharing research on AI ethics and happiness motivations
7 May 2026
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Lingnan University’s Department of Psychology is ranked 9th nationally by Research.com. Furthermore, Professor Siu Oi-ling, Head of Department, ranks 32nd in China for Psychology
24 Apr 2026
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Lingnan University Ranks 4th in Hong Kong for Psychology in the 2026 THE Subject Rankings
21 Jan 2026
Learn more about Lingnan’s debut in THE Rankings and Psychology’s top 4 Hong Kong achievement.
UGC Delegation Visits Lingnan: Department of Psychology and WJLCCPRC Play a Key Role in Showcasing Research Excellence
8 Jan 2026
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Professor HUANG Yi's Study on Creativity and Stress has been Published
22 Dec 2025
Prof. HUANG Yi's study finds competitive pressure reduces children’s creativity; exam stress shows negative effects overall.
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Professor Siu Oi Ling listed as World's Top 2% Scientists 2025 by Stanford
26 Sep 2025
Recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford, Prof. Siu demonstrates exceptional influence in Business and Management, ranking 14th nationally, 6th in Hong Kong, and 9th in Hong Kong among the most highly cited researchers.
Professor Lo On Ting's article has been published on Hong Kong Economic Times
28 Aug 2025
Prof. Lo On Ting’s article offers insights and advice for parents concerned about the ‘lie-flat’ attitude in their children.
Department of Psychology Study Shows Multitasking Relies on Different Cognitive Skills. Training Could Potentially Enhance Performance in Work and Learning
30 July 2025
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Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) – Psychology ranked one of the five most popular programmes at Lingnan University
July 2025
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) – Psychology (JS7303) is one of the five most popular programmes at Lingnan University based on applications from Band A candidates in JUPAS 2025/26. Click here to learn more.
Professor Lo On Ting's article has been published in Design Studies on 20 June 2025
20 June 2025
Prof. Lo On Ting’s article has been published in Design Studies, a leading international academic journal dedicated to the comprehensive examination and discourse of design.
Professor OUYANG Xiangzi's research has been awarded the FUTURE EDUCATION Early Career Award 2025
30 May 2025
Prof. OUYANG Xiangzi’s article, which has been awarded the FUTURE EDUCATION Early Career Award 2025, is an esteemed piece of work recognizing outstanding transdisciplinary research in education, learning, development, and teaching. Click here to learn more.
Professor Siu Oi Ling ranked 30th in the list of top Psychology Scientists in China
29 May 2025
Prof. Siu, Head of the Department of Psychology, has been ranked 30th by Research.com among the best 102 psychology scientists in China.
Lingnan University ranked 10th in Best Psychology Universities in China
29 May 2025
Lingnan University is proud to be ranked 10th among the best psychology universities in China for 2025 by Research.com. This recognition reflects the dedicated efforts of our faculty members and students, and highlights the contributions of the Department of Psychology to the field.
The department will continue to uphold its pioneering spirit and focus on psychology research and development.
Department of Psychology and Sungkyunkwan University host the Second Joint Symposium on Psychology
25 April 2025
The Department of Psychology of Lingnan University and Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) hosted the Second Joint Symposium on Psychology at SKKU’s Suseon Hall in Seoul, Korea.
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Department of Psychology Study Shows Significant Mental Health Improvement Among Youth in the GBA After Participation in the Wellness Ambassador Programme
4 Feb 2024
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The Department of Psychology of Lingnan University and the Department of Psychology of Renmin University of China Renew Partnership Agreement
11 April 2024
The Department of Psychology of Lingnan University (LU) and the Department of Psychology of Renmin University of China (RUC) signed another five-year cooperation agreement on 11 April 2024, marking a new chapter of collaboration. The agreement covers teaching exchanges, research collaboration, and professional development, and includes a sub-agreement on a Master's Degree Student Exchange Programme.
The signing ceremony was held at LU. Professor Siu Oi Ling, Head of the Department of Psychology at LU, and Professor Xin Zi-qiang, Head of the Department of Psychology at RUC, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective departments. Prof Joshua Mok Ka Ho, Vice-President of LU, and Professor William Hayward, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, delivered speeches and witnessed the ceremony together with Professor Wen Xiaotong, Associate Head of the Department of Psychology at RUC. After the signing ceremony, representatives and faculty members from both sides introduced their research areas and discussed collaboration opportunities.
The agreement signifies a further integration of strengths in research and teaching between the two departments. Over the next five years, LU and RUC aim to create more opportunities for academic seminars, collaborative research, and student exchanges and training, contributing to psychology education and research in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Delegation from Beijing Normal University at Zhuhai visited Lingnan University
21 March 2024
On 21 March, led by Prof. Wu Xinchun, a delegation of five faculty members from BNU Zhuhai visited the Department of Psychology. Both institutions discussed potential collaboration in student exchange programmes and course development in behavioural data science. Click here to learn more.
Lingnan University & Sun Yat-sen University renewed a five-year partnership
15 January 2024
Lingnan University and Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) renewed a five-year partnership agreement in psychology on 15 January, marking a new chapter in their collaboration. The agreement aims to enhance academic exchanges in psychology between the two universities and strengthen cooperation in research.
The signing ceremony was held at Lingnan, where Prof Siu Oi-ling, Head of the Department of Psychology at Lingnan, and Prof Zuo Bin, Head of the Department of Psychology at SYSU, signed the agreement. Prof Joshua Mok Ka-ho, Vice-President and Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, and Prof William Hayward, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, also attended, together with Prof Pan Jing, Associate Head of the Department of Psychology at SYSU.
The renewed partnership will create more opportunities for joint research, student exchanges and training, and other academic development.
Professor Hodar Lam was recently interviewed by Het Parool, an Amsterdam-based newspaper
9 January 2024
Prof. Hodar Lam was interviewed by Het Parool regarding his research on leadership and loneliness. The article “Leaders don’t talk about loneliness.” was published on 6 January 2024. Please see the original article in Dutch and its English translation.
Lingnan University ranked 8th in Best Psychology Universities in China
11 May 2023
Lingnan University has been ranked 8th in Best Psychology Universities in China 2023.
Professor Siu Oi Ling's article published on Times Higher Education
8 November 2022
Prof. Siu Oi Ling's article on work-life balance was published on Times Higher Education.
Professor Siu Oi Ling's interview published on Times Higher Education
Prof. Siu Oi Ling's interview on Impact with Care by Times Higher Education was published.
Department members awarded in the Research & KT Excellence Awards Presentation Ceremony 2022
22 September 2022
List of awardees:
| Research Output Excellence Award: | Prof. Yeung Wai Lan Victoria |
| Young Researcher Output Award: | Prof. Huang Yi |
| Research & Knowledge Transfer Fund Award RGC Grant 2021/22 – General Research Fund: | Prof. Lin Li Jocelyn Prof. Yeung Wai Lan Victoria |
| Research & Knowledge Transfer Fund Award RGC Grant 2022/23 – General Research Fund: | Prof. Cheung Yue Lok Francis Prof. Yeung Wai Lan Victoria |
PSY Student Reception AY2022–23
5 September 2022
To help new students better understand our programme and meet professors and classmates, the PSY Student Reception AY2022–23 was held for all PSY students.
2022 MWOP & MAP Joint Orientation Day
1 September 2022
The 2022 MWOP & MAP Joint Orientation Day was successfully held on 1 September 2022.
Professor Siu Oi Ling's journal article published in the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management Journal
29 July 2022
Prof. Siu Oi Ling shared with HR Journal how organisations can mitigate employee burnout by building an action plan featuring stress management programmes.
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) – Psychology ranked one of the five most popular LU programmes
10 December 2021
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) – Psychology (JS7303) was one of the five most popular LU programmes in terms of applications from Band A candidates in JUPAS 2022/23. Click here to learn more.