Master of Social Sciences in Applied Psychology
Department of Psychology
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Programme Overview

Course Assessment

Award of Master of Social Sciences in Applied Psychology


The performance of participants in each course is assessed by examinations as well as other assessment methods, such as individual and group assignments, group projects and presentations. The assessment process will follow the general grading policy as prescribed by Lingnan University for post-graduate studies. To qualify for the award of the Master of Social Sciences in Applied Psychology Degree issued by Lingnan University, students must:

  • attend at least 80% of the lectures for each course;
  • complete and pass ALL the required courses; and
  • obtain 30 credits with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.67 (equivalent to B-) or above.