Postgraduate Summer School 2009 — Social Science Research Methods
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Application
 
Eligibility
 
The summer school is open to postgraduate students from any academic discipline who are interested in learning about doing social research. Applicants should have completed an undergraduate degree and be proficient in English and computing. Researchers in the fields are also welcome to apply to this summer school.
 
 
For Overseas Applicants:
 
Step 1

Complete the online application form and pay the fee (Payment methods: click here) by April 15, 2009.
- Qualitative Module (FULL)
- Quantitative Module (CLOSED)
- Both Modules (FULL)
* Please be reminded to print your completed online application form

Step 2

a) Receive Offer of Admission starting from May 2009

b) Indicate your acceptance by returning the completed offer of admission and supporting documents by
    post
   Supporting documents include:
      
1. A copy of your passport (the page with photo)
      2. Two copies of photos
      3. A copy of transcript

   Postal Address:
   Faculty of Social Sciences, Room 401, Meng Wah Complex,
   The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong

   (Ref: SSRM)

 
Step 3
Apply for student visa upon receipt of the Offer of Admission
 
Step 4
A welcoming package will be sent to all successful applicants in early July, 2009
 
 
For Local Applicants:
 
Step 1

Complete the online application form and pay the fee (Payment methods: click here) by June 15, 2009.
- Qualitative Module (FULL)
- Quantitative Module
- Both Modules (FULL)
* Please be reminded to print your completed online application form.

Step 2

Submit supporting documents by post within a week after completing of online application.
   Supporting documents include:
      1. The print-out of your completed online application form

      2. Proof of payment/cheque
      3. A copy of your ID card
      4. A copy of transcript, if applicable
      5. A copy of student card, if applicable (If you are a local UGC funded RPG student, you can enjoy
         20% discount by attaching a copy of your student card.)

   Postal Address:
   Faculty of Social Sciences, Room 401, Meng Wah Complex,
   The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong

   (Ref: SSRM)

Step 3
Receive confirmation letter starting from May 2009.
 
 
Terms and Conditions/Refund Policy
 
1. When a module is oversubscribed or cancelled, applicants could ask for a refund.
2. NO REFUND will be made for registered participants who are unable to attend.
3. Registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
 
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