New GE Modules in Semester 1, AY2022/23

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ACY2103 An Introduction to the Chinese Constitution, Basic Law and National Security Law

This module aims to introduce students to basic legal knowledge of the Chinese Constitution, Basic Law and National Security Law. Through a combination of lectures with class discussion and case studies, a range of legal issues is examined and analysed. On completion of this module, students should be able to exercise critical thinking and develop their reasoning skill in decision making to solve day-to-day issues in legal, political, economic, social and/or cultural contexts.

PE1007 Science and Technology in Sports and Physical Activities

This module examines the significance of science and technology in sports and physical activities. It first introduces the historical evolution of sports science and technology and analyzes how technological advancement affects the delivery of sports events, the participation of sports and physical activities, and sports performance. The issues and controversies of technology in sports science are also explored. By the end of the module, students are expected to propose a strategy to improve the performance or participation in a selected sport and physical activity.

PE1008 Sports and Society in Hong Kong

This module examines the significance of sports in contemporary Hong Kong society. The first half of the module focuses on introducing various macro- and micro-sociological perspectives and students will understand the social and cultural influences of sports. The second half of the module guides the students through the relevant approaches to analyzing different issues, such as sports policy, national identity, commercialization, gender, and individual behaviour changes, etc., with respect to sports and its development in Hong Kong. By the end of the module, students are expected to suggest possible solutions to the problems discussed.