- 27-29 May 2026
On 27-29 May 2026, the Master of Social Sciences in Public Policy and Risk Governance programme at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) held its Summer Exchange Camp successfully. Outstanding students from South China Agricultural University and Guangzhou University participated in the event, engaging in academic roundtable discussions and community field studies to gain an in-depth understanding of risk governance issues in the context of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's integrated development, while experiencing first-hand the teaching characteristics of HSUHK in the field of public policy.
Focusing on New Challenges and New Approaches to Risk Governance in the Greater Bay Area
An academic roundtable discussion, titled "Risk Governance in the Integrated Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area: New Challenges and New Approaches", was held at HSUHK. The session was chaired by Doctor Eva Hung, Programme Director of the Master of Social Sciences in Public Policy and Risk Governance. Panelists included Professor Kao Lang, Head of the Department of Social Sciences; Associate Professor Han Li from the School of Public Administration, South China Agricultural University; and Associate Professor Peng Minggang from the Department of Government Administration, School of Public Administration, Guangzhou University. They shared their insights on cross-border regulatory coordination, data security governance, and legal system differences. The panel noted that under the unique institutional framework of "one country, two systems, and three legal jurisdictions", the Greater Bay Area needs to leverage technology-enabled governance and cross-sectoral collaboration to build a more resilient risk governance system. Following the discussion, students engaged in a lively Q&A session with the speakers.
Community-based Research Highlighting the Programme's Practical Orientation
As a key practical feature of the postgraduate programme, the exchange camp arranged a community field study session. Students visited Kwong Yuen Estate in Sha Tin, where they conducted on-site observations in groups focusing on spatial layout, transport accessibility, facilities and resident activities. They also exchanged views with representatives from the Kwong Yuen Estate Management Company, District Councillors Chan Man-kuen and Cheng Ka-ho, Youth Online Stewards Integrated Service Centre for Young People, and the Ho Tai Neighbourhood Centre for Senior Citizens. From the perspectives of multiple stakeholders, students gained a deeper understanding of grassroots community governance in practice, reflecting the programme's educational philosophy of integrating theory with practice.
During the camp, the programme team introduced the curriculum structure, teaching model, and career prospects of the Master of Social Sciences in Public Policy and Risk Governance to the participating students. Current students and alumni were also invited to share their learning experiences and career development paths, offering valuable references for those considering further studies. By organically combining academic seminars with community fieldwork, the exchange camp deepened students' understanding of public policy and risk governance.
