Applied Learning is a new name used as a general term for all Career-oriented Studies courses, starting from the 2006-08 cohort of piloting.  The piloting for Applied Learning courses, which is formerly known as Career-oriented Curriculum (COC), has been introduced since 2003.

The design principle of Applied Learning courses is the same as that of other school subjects, with equal emphasis on the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes.  The courses aim at enabling students to understand fundamental concepts and theories through application and practice, and to develop their generic skills in authentic context. 

Applied Learning is an essential component of the new senior secondary curriculum.  There are six areas of studies including (1) Applied Science; (2) Business, Management and Law; (3) Creative Studies; (4) Engineering and Production; (5) Media and Communication; and (6) Services.

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The Chinese University of Hong Kong – Tung Wah Group of Hospitals Community College
Address: CUTW Community College, 31 Wylie Road, Homantin, Kowloon, Hong Kong
General Enquiries:
3190 6600 (Registry)
Email：enquiry@cutw.edu.hk

For “Health and Beauty Keeping in TCM”
Courses Enquiries: 3190 6710 (School of Chinese Medicine and Health Care)

For “Practical Accounting for SMEs” and “Service-focused Marketing”
Courses Enquiries: 3190 6700 (School of Business Administration and Tourism Management)