HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme 2027/28
China
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Description
HKU's most prestigious PhD scholarship package, offering up to approximately HK$445,800 (US$57,150) in the first year and HK$428,300…
Full Description
In order to attract top candidates from around the world to pursue full-time PhD studies at HKU, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme (HKU-PS Programme) offers the most prestigious scholarship package, namely, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship, to selected outstanding full-time PhD students.
HKU Presidential PhD Scholars will receive strong academic and training support from the University, e.g. individualised advisory service, training in teaching and opportunities to interact with leading scholars. A group of distinguished Faculty members will also give advice, provide additional mentorship and training opportunities, and oversee the academic career paths.
Summary
- Application Deadline: 01 Dec 2026
- Country to Study: Hong Kong
- School to Study: University of Hong Kong
- Type: PhD
- Sponsor: University of Hong Kong
Amount
HKD 428,300 – 445,800
Funding Types
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Application LinkDeadline
Dec 01, 2026
57 days remaining
Benefits
Each HKU Presidential PhD Scholar will receive a package of up to around HK$445,800 (US$57,150) in the first year, and up to around HK$428,300 (US$54,920) in each of the subsequent years during the normative study period. The package includes:
- Cash Award to support research and living expenses
HK$40,000 in Year 1; HK$20,000 per year in the remaining normative study period - Waiver of composition fees for the whole normative study period (i.e. HK$49,500 per year)
- Postgraduate Scholarship of HK$28,700 per month
- Conference and Research-related Travel Allowance of HK$14,400 per year
- Financial support to selected outstanding students for an additional year of study beyond the normative study period to reward their outstanding research output and progress
- A guaranteed hall place in Year 1, with possibility of renewal
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to University of Hong Kong on rola.hku.hk to apply
For more information, kindly visit University of Hong Kong scholarship webpage.
Eligibility Criteria
The HKU Presidential PhD Scholars shall be the brightest candidates who are passionate about research applying for the full-time PhD programme at HKU.
All applicants applying for the full-time PhD programme will be considered for the HKU-PS Programme. In view of the intense competition, applicants applying for the HKU-PS Programme during the Main Round (1 September – 1 December) are strongly encouraged to apply also for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview.
