RGC · HK · RGC
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), established in 2009 by the Research Grants Council (RGC), aims to attract outstanding students from around the world to pursue PhD programs in Hong Kong universities. It provides an annual stipend and travel allowance for up to three years, with additional support possible from universities for longer durations. The scheme offers 400 fellowships for the 2026/27 academic year.
outstanding academic performance, research ability, communication skills, and leadership abilities ↗
Applicants from all over the world seeking admission as new full-time PhD students in a Hong Kong university are eligible. They must demonstrate outstanding academic performance, research ability, communication skills, and leadership abilities.
2025-12-01
https://www.ugc.edu.hk/eng/rgc/funding_opport/hkpfs/index.html
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| Curated item | Value in this record | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Funding agency | RGC | Official page ↗ |
| Country / funding source | HK · RGC | Official page ↗ |
| Deadline | 2025-12-01 — LLM-checked against the archived official page | Official page ↗ |
| Funding amount | Up to HK$344,400 | Official page ↗ |
| Eligibility | 6 structured dimensions — see the eligibility panel above | Official page ↗ |
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