How selective is JS7306 compared with other JUPAS programmes?

By latest admission median (3.7), JS7306 ranks #318 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #38 of 46 in Social Science, Psychology, #9 of 23 at Lingnan University. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.

UGC-fundedBachelor's DegreeSocial Science, Psychology

JS7306Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)

社會科學(榮譽)學士-社會與公共政策研究 (可選專修: 智慧城市與數碼社會)

Lingnan University

JUPAS JS7306 is Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society) at Lingnan University. 2025 admission median: 3.7 (LQ 3.7). Among 382 scored JUPAS programmes tracked here, it ranks #318 by latest median. Within Social Science, Psychology, rank #38 of 46 (subject average median 4.3). At Lingnan University: #9 of 23 programmes. Competition ratio 12.1 (~12 applicants/place). Interview: 選擇性. Below: multi-year scores, requirements and FAQ.

Admission score (2025)

3.7Lower quartile 3.7

Competition ratio (2025)

12.1

Intake

Fee / year

HK$47,000

HK rank (by median)

#318/ 382

Rank at university

#9/ 23

Rank in Social Science, Psychology

#38/ 46

Admission Data（2025）

Admission Score (Index)

Median3.7/ level 7 (avg per subject)

2Lower quartile 3.77 (5**)

Based on the average level of best subjects — the higher the number, the higher the entry bar (max 7 = 5**).

Competition Ratio

12.1about 12 applicants per place

Application & Admission Statistics (2025)

Total Applicants

Band A (Choices 1–3) applicants

Band A share 100%

Band A share

100%

Places offered

Applicant Distribution by Choice Band

Band A(1–3)22100%

Band B(4–6)00%

Band C(7–10)00%

Band D(11–15)00%

Band E(16–20)00%

"Bands" group applicants by where they placed this programme among their JUPAS choices (Band A = choices 1–3, the most sought-after). A higher Band A share indicates a more competitive programme. Places offered is the programme intake. Data from public JUPAS admission statistics, for reference only.

JS7306 Multi-year Admission Scores

Year-by-year admission median and lower quartile for JUPAS JS7306 (Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)). Use this series to judge whether competition is rising or easing — not as a guaranteed cut-off.

Year	Median	Lower Q	vs prev
2025	3.7	3.7	—

Subject context: average median in Social Science, Psychology is 4.3. JS7306 at 3.7 is below that subject average.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Chinese

English

Mathematics (Compulsory)

Citizenship / LS

Accepts Maths Extension M1/M2Accepts Applied LearningInterview：選擇性Band A share 100%

JS7306 Interview

According to programme data, JUPAS JS7306 (Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)) interview status is: 選擇性. Interview format, weighting and schedule can change each cycle — always confirm on the official JUPAS / university page before applying.

Scoring Method

2026：Best 5（max weight ×6.5）

英文H數學 (必修)H數延 (M1)H數延 (M2)H

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the JS7306 admission score?: Based on 2025 data, the admission median score for Lingnan University Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society) (JUPAS JS7306) is 3.7, with a lower quartile of 3.7.
How competitive is JS7306 (Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)) at Lingnan University?: In 2025, the competition ratio for JUPAS JS7306 was 12.1 — about 12 applicants per place.
What is the tuition fee for Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)?: The annual tuition fee is HK$47,000.
Does JS7306 require an interview?: JUPAS JS7306 (Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)) interview status: 選擇性. Check the official JUPAS page for the latest interview format and weighting.
What are the minimum entry requirements for Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)-Social and Public Policy Studies (Optional Concentration: Smart Cities & Digital Society)?: The minimum DSE subject requirements are: Chinese 3, English 3, Mathematics 2, Citizenship & Social Development 1.
How selective is JS7306 compared with other JUPAS programmes?: By latest admission median (3.7), JS7306 ranks #318 among 382 scored programmes on ubanding, and #38 of 46 in Social Science, Psychology, #9 of 23 at Lingnan University. Rankings use median score only and are not official university ranks.