Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme Program 2023
The HKPFS is a fully-funded PhD program that attracts the best and brightest students from around the world to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong.
Applications are invited for the Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme Program 2023. Under the guidance of the Research Grants Council, the Fellowship Scheme provides 300 Ph.D. degrees to international students from all over the world who enroll in top-ranked Hong Kong universities.
Note for Students You can apply for a direct Ph.D. program even if you have a Bachelor’s degree. Holders of a Bachelor’s degree, as well as a Master’s or MPhil, may apply for this Fellowship.
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Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme Program Details
- Country: Hong Kong
- Organization: Research Grants Council (government-funded)
- Study Level: PhD
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Eligible Counties: All International students
- Total Universities: Eight under this Fellowship
- Opening Date: September 1, 2023
Available Fields & Major
- Science
- Medicine
- Engineering and Technology
- Humanities
- Social Science and Business Studies
List of Universities for Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme Program
- City University of Hong Kong
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - Hong Kong Baptist University
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - Lingnan University
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - The Chinese University of Hong Kong
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - The Education University of Hong Kong
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
(Deadline: 1 December 2023) - The University of Hong Kong
(Deadline: 1 December 2023)
Financial Coverage
- A yearly allowance of HK$309,600 (about US$39,700)
- A HK$12,900 conference and research-related travel allowance
- The universities that have been selected for the awards may offer additional help to grantees who require longer than three years to finish their Ph.D. Please speak with the relevant universities directly for more information.
Selection CriteriaÂ
- Academic excellence
- Research Ability
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership abilities.
How To Apply
- Hong Kong Fellowships The Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship 2024 includes an online application form.
- Complete an online form and email or upload the necessary files.
- For further details about the Hong Kong Ph.D. fellowship and the application procedure, kindly click the “Official Website.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
City University of Hong Kong (CityU)
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
Lingnan University (LU)
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
Academic excellence
Research ability and potential
Leadership ability and societal responsibility
Communication, interpersonal skills
The HKPFS provides each awardee with an annual stipend of HK$331,200 (approximately US$42,460) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$13,800 (approximately US$1,760) per year for a period of up to three years.
Submit an initial application through the HKPFS Electronic System.
Submit full applications to the universities of your choice, quoting your HKPFS Reference Number.
Attend interviews and/or assessments at the universities.
Receive notification of your application’s outcome.
Access to world-class research facilities and resources
Opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers
The chance to develop your research skills and knowledge
The opportunity to network with other HKPFS fellows and researchers
The opportunity to contribute to Hong Kong’s research community
The competitive nature of the program
The high level of academic and research expectations
The need to balance your studies with other commitments, such as teaching and research
The cost of living in Hong Kong
