On 7 November 2025, APSS and The China and Global Development Network (CGDN) were pleased to host an exchange with the Child-Friendly Justice Programme Team from Save the Children China at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. For more than two decades, their Programme has been focused on protecting the rights of children in contact with the law, promoting community-based delinquency prevention, and developing tailored intervention models in coo

13 Nov 2025

Over 492 graduates from our Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate programmes, and their beloved family members and friends attended the 31st Congregation of Faculty of Health and Social Sciences (FHSS) on 6 November 2025. “Today, we celebrate not only the completion of our studies, but also the resilience, passion, and growth that have shaped us into who we are today. Looking back on these four years, I am filled with gratitude. None of us could

10 Nov 2025

On 3 November 2025, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Sociology at Zhejiang University (ZJU). This collaboration will focus on academic exchanges, joint research, student internships, and the establishment of joint programmes for doctoral training. The MoU was signed by Prof. Eric CHUI, Chair Professor of Social Work and Crimi

7 Nov 2025

We are proud to announce that our department's distinguished staff have been recognised with the Faculty Awards for Outstanding Achievement 2025, presented by the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences (FHSS), in celebration of their exceptional contributions to knowledge transfer.   Faculty Awards in Knowledge Transfer Award Category: Society – Individual Prof. Elsie YAN, Professor, APSS Prof. YAN’s research focuses on interpersonal violence agai

3 Nov 2025

Eight APSS Colleagues Ranked Among World's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists 2025 According to the newly released metrics compiled by Stanford University, eight APSS colleagues have been ranked among the world's top 2% most-cited scientists 2025. Let’s take a look at our scholars' list: Name Post Prof. Xue BAI

31 Oct 2025

On 22 October 2025, Prof. Raian ALI from Hamad Bin Khalifa University and the UNESCO Chair in Digital Technologies and Human Behaviour, delivered an insightful talk on the interplay between technology and human behaviour. His presentation examined how the design of Generative AI and Large Language Models (GenAI/LLMs) interacts with psychological factors such as trust and risk perception, and how these elements ultimately influence well-being. He

24 Oct 2025

APSS extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to dedicated staff, alumni and student volunteers whose contributions made PolyU Info Day held on 27 September 2025 a success. To provide prospective applicants with more information, APSS organised several activities, including a programme consultation, a guided tour showcasing our learning and teaching facilities, and two 45-minute information seminars, which outlined key features of our un

9 Oct 2025

In collaboration with S.K.H. St. Christopher's Home, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) and the Professional Practice and Assessment Centre (PPAC) jointly co-organised "The Law, The Duty, The Action" Forum on 30 September 2025 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU).  This forum was officiated by Mr Chris SUN, JP, Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the HKSAR Government and Revd Canon Hon Peter Douglas KOON Ho-Ming, SBS, J

3 Oct 2025

On 7 November 2025, APSS and The China and Global Development Network (CGDN) were pleased to host an exchange with the Child-Friendly Justice Programme Team from Save the Children China at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. For more than two decades, their Programme has been focused on protecting the rights of children in contact with the law, promoting community-based delinquency prevention, and developing tailored intervention models in coo

13 Nov 2025