Applications for the Hong Kong Fellowship Scheme 2027/28 have opened for interested and qualified candidates willing to pursue a postgraduate degree in Hong Kong.
The Hong Kong Research Grants Council annually awards scholarships with an annual stipend of US$44,150 and a conference and research-related travel allowance of US$1,840 per year for each awardee for a period up to three years.
In this post, Scholarship Region will provide a detailed breakdown of the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, its requirements, benefits, duration, and the stepwise procedure for a successful application.
Hong Kong Fellowship Scheme 2027/28 Summary
- Host Country: Hong Kong
- Study Abroad: Study in Asia
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $45,990 Annual Stipend | Travel Allowance
- Deadline: December 1, 2026
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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme Details:
Established by the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong in 2009, the Hong Kong Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) aims to attract the best and brightest students in the world to pursue their PhD studies in Hong Kong’s universities.
Hong Kong’s education system fosters lifelong learning and independent research, leading to a motivated, highly skilled and entrepreneurial workforce. Hong Kong welcomes an international workforce.
Universities in Hong Kong offer special strengths amidst a wide choice of disciplines, developing the city into a regional and international hub for higher education and talent development.
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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship 2027/28 Requirements:
To be considered for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, you must:
- Demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability/potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.
- Be seeking admission as new full time PhD students in any of the eight partner HKPFS universities, irrespective of their country of origin, prior work experience and ethnic background.
- Have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
- Meet the university requirements for the PhD program
- Applicants should demonstrate outstanding qualities of academic performance, research ability / potential, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership abilities.
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2027 Hong Kong Fellowship Duration and Reward
- The Fellowship provides an annual stipend of HK$344,800 (approximately US$44,150) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,400 (approximately US$1,840) per year for each awardee for a period up to three years.
- 400 PhD Fellowships will be awarded in the 2026/28 academic year. For awardees who need more than three years to complete the PhD degree, additional support may be provided by the chosen universities.
Required Documents for Hong Kong PhD Fellowship 2027/28
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Academic transcripts
- Research results: Published thesis, award certificates, etc. to prove their academic achievements and research capabilities.
- A Study Plan or Research Proposal
- Recommendation Letters
- Photocopy of Passport Photo Page
How To Apply for Hong Kong Fellowship Scheme 2027/28 (Step by Step)
Deadline: December 1, 2026
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