Scholarship
Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)
The scheme aims to attract the best and brightest students from around the world to pursue PhD programmes in Hong Kong's universities.
About this scholarship
Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) is offered by Research Grants Council of Hong Kong for study in Hong Kong at phd level. The award is valued at Stipend of HK$28,100 per month and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,000 per year, provided as living stipend support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive Stipend of HK$28,100 per month and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,000 per year. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Candidates seeking admission as new full-time PhD students in Hong Kong universities.
How to apply
Applications close on 2024-12-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Research Grants Council of Hong Kong
- Study destination
- Hong Kong
- Award
- Stipend of HK$28,100 per month and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,000 per year
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2024-12-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21