Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 | 400 Fully Funded Scholarships

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 is a great opportunity for international students seeking a fully-funded PhD in Hong Kong. The programme, sponsored by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong, is designed to recruit high-calibre researchers and talented students from all over the world.

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme provides 400 fully-funded PhD fellowships to new full-time PhD students for admission in 2027. The selected candidates are allowed to study at one of eight universities in the Hong Kong region and are funded during the fellowship period. The initial application for the fellowship does not need to pay any application fee and all countries are invited to apply.

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme is available across various fields of study, such as science, medicine, engineering, technology, humanities, social sciences, and business studies. It is thus a promising course for students from various backgrounds interested in global research opportunity.

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 Details

• Host Country: Hong Kong
• College: The University of Hong Kong, China
• Number of Fellowships: 400
• Degree Level: PhD
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Duration: 3 Years
• Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
• Funding: Self-Funded
• Age: 18 to 25 years, as of the 1st of the month of the exam.
• Education: 10th pass or higher.
• Course Start: September 2027

Hong Kong PhD Participating Universities

Offered by eight top universities in Hong Kong, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 is a fellowship program.The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 is a fellowship programme offered by eight leading universities in Hong Kong. The applicants are able to apply to available PhD programs in the following institutions:

• City University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories, China
• Hong Kong Baptist University
• Lingnan University
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories, China www.cuhk.edu.hk
• The Education University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., China
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, China
• The University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong, China.

These universities provide opportunities to do research in many academic and professional disciplines, and the applicant can choose the program for which he/she is qualified after completing his/her studies and own research.

Hong Kong PhD Fields of Study

Students from various academic disciplines can apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. Available areas include:

• Sciences
• Medicine
• Engineering and Technology
• Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Business Studies

Applicants are requested to check the particular PhD programs of their chosen university before applying.

The duration of the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship is for four years.

The duration of the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship 2027 is three years as per the standard. Students are expected to study towards their PhD on a full-time basis.

The university which the student has attended can provide extra support if the student needs more than 3 years to complete the PhD program as per their policy and fund availability.

Hong Kong PhD Financial Benefits

Those successful will receive generous funding through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. Recipients of the fellowship will receive:

• An annual stipend of HK$344,400, approximately US$44,150.
• A conference allowance of HK$14,400 or US$1440/yr and travel allowance for research of HK$14,400 or US$1440/yr.
• Financial support for three years of PhD study.
• The university may be able to offer extra support for PhD if needed beyond the normal length of fellowship.
• No work experience is necessary.

This funding can greatly ease the financial burden of studying abroad for a doctoral degree, and enable students to focus on their research and academic growth.

Hong Kong PhD Eligibility Criteria

Applicants are required to be eligible for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme and for the particular University. This means that you are generally eligible if you have:

• All nationalities may apply.
• Applicants should apply as new full-time PhD students.
• The academic and admission criteria for the university/PhD in which they wish to study must be satisfied.
• The candidates are required to choose an eligible PhD program among the eight participating universities.
• In lieu of an IELTS report, applicants who finished their prior education in English will be given the option to submit evidence of English language education (where accepted by the university).
• The candidate(s) may need to provide an acceptable English language proficiency test if their background education is not in English.
• Note that the individual university’s admission requirements may differ, as may the admission requirements for English-language programs.

The Application Process for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 is now open.The Application Process for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 has been launched.

The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027 has two steps in its application process. The candidates are required to fill both the application process before the deadline.

Hong Kong PhD Application Process: Step 1

Applicants must make an initial application online to the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme Electronic System (HKPFSES).

First application to register for an HKPFS Reference Number. The applicants will require this reference number while submitting an application for admission to the intended universities.

Please note that the closing date for the original application is:

December 1, 2026, at 12:00:00 Hong Kong Time.

The first application submission is needed before the deadline to prevent technical and/or submission problems.

Hong Kong PhD Application Process: Step 2

Those who receive the HKPFS Reference Number after submitting the initial application then need to make complete applications for admission to the PhD course in the universities they have chosen to go to.

Applicants will be asked to provide their HKPFS Reference Number in the university application form.

Please note that the first fellowship application is not an application to the university; it is only the first step. The candidates need to apply for the admission to the PhD programme of their choice.

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Hong Kong PhD Important Application Resources

Applicants should carefully read the official guidance before starting the application. The following links will help candidates to understand the requirements and application procedure:

Guidance Note for Completing the Initial Application: Official HKPFS Guidance Note

Official Initial Application System (OIAS): HKPFS Electronic System

It is also important to note that applicants will have to check the university’s websites they choose to apply to for specific requirements, deadlines, documents, and English-language requirements for their PhD programs.

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