Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme funds outstanding international students to conduct research in any discipline at top Hong Kong universities.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Initial HKPFS electronic application deadline (projected) | December 2026: Full PhD application deadline to participating universities (projected)
Funding Amounts: ~HK$344,400/year stipend (approx. US$44,150) + HK$14,400/year travel allowance for up to 3 years; 400 fellowships awarded/year
Summary: Prestigious fellowship for outstanding students worldwide to pursue PhD studies at leading Hong Kong universities across all disciplines.
Key Information: Applicants must apply both to HKPFS and to chosen universities; deadlines are strictly enforced.
Description
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), established by the Research Grants Council (RGC) in 2009, aims to attract exceptional students from around the globe to undertake full-time PhD studies at Hong Kong's top research universities. The scheme is open to all disciplines, including sciences, engineering, medicine, technology, humanities, social sciences, and business studies. Awardees are selected based on academic excellence, research potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities. Each year, 400 fellowships are available, providing generous financial support and opportunities to participate in Hong Kong’s vibrant research environment.
