Master of Arts in Mindfulness and Life Education (Subject to University's Approval)

Target Participants and Career Opportunities

The proposed programme is designed for a diverse range of participants, including educators, school administrators, youth service providers, parents, and other stakeholders interested in promoting positive life values and attitudes in young people. Graduates will be well equipped to develop or advance their careers in fields related to mindfulness and life education. Target participants of the programme are:

• School leaders, including principals and middle managers, who are responsible for planning and incorporating mindfulness training and life education within their schools.
• Teachers tasked with promoting mindfulness and life education in their classrooms.
• Managers and frontline staff of community organisations, such as NGOs, that promote mindfulness and offer life education programmes for schools and/or the community.
• Prospective teachers and community organisation workers seeking to prepare themselves to contribute to the promotion of mindfulness and the implementation of life education.
• Individuals, including parents, interested in learning about mindfulness and life education to promote these concepts within their families, workplaces, and communities.

Programme Structure and Curriculum

The MA(MLE) programme comprises 24 credit points (cps), which will typically be earned within one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. Students will be required to complete 5 core courses (15 cps) and 2-3 elective courses (9 cps) to graduate.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of professional knowledge in life education, including the role of mindfulness in promoting positive life values and attitudes
2. Apply the theories and principles of mindfulness and life education to innovatively and sensibly address real-life issues and challenges in various settings
3. Evaluate the theoretical foundations and practical applications of mindfulness and life education using rigorous scientific principles
4. Develop effective strategies for promoting positive life values and attitudes in local, regional, and global contexts

Medium of Instruction

Putonghua (supplemented with English)

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee (2026/27 Cohort) is HKD 163,200 (24 cps) for the whole programme, which is provisional and subject to adjustment. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable. Students who still need to take courses to meet graduation requirements beyond the regular study period (one year for full-time / two years for part-time) will need to pay a fee for extended study.

 

*The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice.

Disclaimer

• In the event of inconsistency between information in English and Chinese versions or where an interpretation of the programme content is required, the decision of the University shall be final.
• 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.
• 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.
• The University is committed to uphold the educational quality and standard of the programmes it offers. The University, being funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC), is one of the nine self-accrediting institutions in Hong Kong. In addition, the quality of the educational experience in all programmes offered by the UGC-funded universities is subject to the quality assurance process administered by the Quality Assurance Council of the UGC. 
• Individuals who wish to apply for qualification certification in Mainland China after graduation should contact the CSCSE (website: https://zwfw.cscse.edu.cn/cscse/lxfwzxwsfwdt2020/xlxwrz32/index.html) directly for updated details and confirmation. The certification in Mainland China is an independent process from the conferral of academic qualification in Hong Kong by the University. For the avoidance of doubt, no warranties are given in respect of individual graduate’s qualification certification or recognition in Mainland China or any other professional qualification or license outside Hong Kong. 
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• Students who are enrolled in any full-time award-bearing programmes (lasting for one year or longer) of the University are not permitted to simultaneously register for another qualification at the University or a post-secondary qualification at any institutions except with prior approval by the Board of Graduate Studies. Violation of this regulation will lead to discontinuation of studies from the University. In case of doubt, students should seek advice from the Board of Graduate Studies (via the Graduate School).

General Admission Requirements

Applicants should normally hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants from institutions where English is not the medium of instruction are required to demonstrate English proficiency that meets the programme’s established standards. They should fulfil one of the following English requirements:

• Overall score of IELTS 5.5 (academic version) #;
• TOEFL score of 59 (internet-based test) #;
• Band 6 in the College English Test (CET)# with a total score of 430;
• Grade C or above in GCSE/GCE O-Level English; or
• Other equivalent qualifications on a case-by-case basis

# The test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years.

TOEFL Home Editions, TOEFL MyBest Score, IELTS Indicator, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake, Duolingo and National Postgraduate Entrance Examination are NOT acceptable.

Chinese Language Proficiency Requirements

Applicants who obtained a bachelor’s degree from an institution outside of Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan and Macau should have attained scores in one of the following Chinese Language or Chinese-related examinations:

• Level 3 / Grade E in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE) / Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) / Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE);
• A score of 110 in the Joint Entrance Examination for Universities in the People’s Republic of China (JEE / Gaokao)(full marks 150);
• Grade E or above in GCE A-Level/AS-Level;
• Grade 4/Grade C or above in GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-Level;
• Grade 4 or above in International Baccalaureate (IB); or
• Other equivalent qualifications on a case-by-case basis