Programme Code
One-Year Full-time/ A1M113
Two-Year Part-time/ C2M043
Programme Advisor
Professor Li Hui Philip
Programme Leader
Dr. Wu Dandan
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Admission:
The Master of Science in Educational Neuroscience is a self-funded postgraduate programme offered by the Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI). This innovative programme aims to meet the growing demand for professionals capable of translating cutting-edge neuroscience research into effective educational practices by effectively bridging the gap between neuroscience and education.
Our multidisciplinary approach integrates neuroscience, psychology, sociology, pedagogy, and technology to provide an understanding of modern learning and teaching dynamics. By highlighting the challenges and opportunities in today's AI-driven era, we aim to empower our students to drive teaching innovations and enhance education quality by applying neuroscience principles.
The programme is designed for applicants currently working in childcare centres, kindergartens, preschools, primary and secondary schools, and colleges in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, other mainland regions, and abroad who wish to work in educational institutions. You will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to excel in the dynamic field of education with our programme, regardless of whether you wish to enrich your current career or expand your job prospects.
Programme Features
- The Master of Science in Educational Neuroscience (MSc (EdN)) at the Academy for Educational Development and Innovation offers a pioneering integration of neuroscience and education, designed to be undertaken as a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme. Starting in September 2024, the programme will deliver a multifaceted curriculum comprising 24 credit points across core and elective courses, including a practical capstone project.
- It is the first postgraduate programme on educational neuroscience taught in Chinese (Putonghua with Cantonese support), with an aim to attract full-time or part-time students ready to engage with ground-breaking teaching methods such as lab work, blended learning, and interactive guest lectures.
- Students will have a chance to study under the supervision of leading scholars in developmental psychology, educational psychology, neuropsychology, and psychophysiology. They will be engaged in a series of lab works, pilot studies, and experiments using advanced neuroimaging instruments such as EEG, fNIRS, TMS, and MRI.
- Graduates are expected to emerge with a deep neuroscience knowledge base, critical analytical skills, and the capacity to translate scientific insights into educational advancements. This programme stands out by preparing preservice or inservice educators who can effectively address the diverse and evolving challenges in educational settings, promoting inclusive and evidence-based practices that resonate with the fast-paced advancements in the learning sciences within the context of global education and the AI era.
Programme Aims
This programme empowers students with the knowledge and skills to apply neuroscience principles and findings in educational settings and practices. Integration of neuroscience into education will allow students to revolutionise how we interpret childhood development, cognitive processes, learning styles, and individual differences.With a deeper understanding of student needs and abilities, educators can tailor curricula, instruction, and assessment methods to meet the unique requirements of each individual.
Neuroscience provides valuable insight into the optimal conditions and strategies for learning, including meaningful activities, alternating learning phases and tests, spaced learning, social interactions, and feedback, among other things. Students can significantly benefit from these insights by improving their attention, memory, executive functions, motivation, and emotional regulation - all of which are crucial to academic achievement and personal growth.
Integrated programmes and inclusive education are widely implemented in Hong Kong and Mainland China, which presents teachers with a variety of challenges and opportunities associated with neurodiversity. By completing this programme, educators can be better prepared to recognise and respect learners' differences, including dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and giftedness. Our programme encourages a culture of respect and support for all students by creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment that values diversity.
Career Path
MSc (EdN) can substantially boost a graduate's employability and competitive edge within Hong Kong and the surrounding region. Those graduates with BEd or relevant degrees/experiences may embark on various career trajectories in Hong Kong:
- Teachers at preschools, primary schools, secondary schools;
- Educational neuroscience professionals to help others enhance educational methods, develop curricula, train teachers, or conduct pertinent research;
- Special education consultant to devise and administer targeted strategies for students with learning challenges;
- School psychologists/counsellors to apply neuroscience to enhance student learning and well-being; and
- Academia or advanced study to further their studies with a PhD or take up positions as lecturers or research associates in universities.
Programme Structure
The MSc EdN (One-year Full-time/Two-year Part-time) programme is a 24-credit-points (cps). Classes may be held in the daytime/evening on weekdays and/or weekend at the Tai Po Campus, Tseung Kwan O Study Centre, Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre, North Point Study Centre, and/or other rental space under EdUHK as decided by the University.
Medium of Instruction
Putonghua (Supplemented with Cantonese)
Core Courses (18cps) | ||
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3cps | Fundamentals of Educational Neuroscience | |
3cps | Advances in Neuroscientific Studies of Learning and Teaching | |
3cps | Educational Neuroscience Research Methods | |
3cps | Educational Neuroscientific Studies, Data Analyses and Reports | |
6cps | Capstone Project |
Elective Courses (6cps) (Choose any 2 out of the following 4) | ||
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3cps | Cognitive, Language and Socioemotional Development and Education | |
3cps | Application of Neuroscience in Mental Health and Education | |
3cps | Application of Neuroscience in Special and Inclusive Education | |
3cps | Application of Neuroscience in Technology and Media Education |
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Tuition Fee
The tuition fee (2025/26 Cohort) is HK$184,800 (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.
Entrance Requirements
Recognised Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualifications in a related field such as education, neuroscience, and psychology. Applicants whose entrance qualifications were obtained from an institution outside Hong Kong where the medium of instruction is not English should have attained one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements, which may be subject to adjustment:
- Overall score of IELTS 6.0 (academic version) (Reading must be 6.0) (the test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years); or
- Grade C or above in GCSE / GCE OL English; or
- TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based test) (the test should be taken in test centres and the result should be valid within two years); or
- Band 6 in the Chinese Mainland's College English Test (CET) (a total score of 430 or above and the test result should be valid within two years); or
- Other equivalent qualifications.
*For example, if you are applying for 2024/25 academic year, your IELTS / TOEFL / CET-6 test must be obtained on or after 1 January 2022.