Scholarship
To attract elite candidates for full-time PhD studies at HKU, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme offers the prestigious HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship. This programme provides exceptional academic and training support to selected outstanding full-time PhD students. Application Deadline 1 December 2026 (Main Round) Tell Me About The Scholarship The HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme (HKU‑PS) is the most prestigious doctoral funding package at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). It attracts outstanding researchers worldwide to pursue full‑time PhD studies.
Eligibility: All applicants applying for the full-time PhD programme will be considered for the HKU-PS Programme.
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To attract elite candidates for full-time PhD studies at HKU, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme offers the prestigious HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship. This programme provides exceptional academic and training support to selected outstanding full-time PhD students.
The HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme (HKU‑PS) is the most prestigious doctoral funding package at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). It attracts outstanding researchers worldwide to pursue full‑time PhD studies. Scholars receive financial support, mentorship, training, and guaranteed accommodation in Year 1, with opportunities to interact with leading academics and join international research networks.
All full‑time PhD programmes at HKU across disciplines.
Applicants must demonstrate passion for research and strong academic potential.
Apply for full‑time PhD study at HKU.
Be exceptional new applicants with strong research potential.
Submit academic documents, research proposal, and references.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interview.
Based on academic excellence, research proposal quality, and potential for impactful research.
Selection includes faculty review and possible interview.
Highly competitive; applicants are encouraged to also apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme.
Global – applicants from 150+ countries.
University of Hong Kong (HKU), Hong Kong, China.
Multiple awards offered annually; exact number varies by faculty.
First year package: HK$445,800 (~US$57,150).
Subsequent years: HK$428,300 (~US$54,920) annually.
Cash award: HK$40,000 (Year 1), HK$20,000 (subsequent years).
Waiver of composition fees (HK$49,500/year).
Postgraduate scholarship: HK$28,700/month.
Conference & research travel allowance: HK$14,400/year.
Guaranteed hall place in Year 1.
Possible extension for outstanding research output.
Normative PhD study period (3–4 years), with possible extension for exceptional candidates.
Academic transcripts and certificates.
Research proposal.
References (academic/professional).
Other supporting materials as required.
Visit HKU’s PhD application portal.
Create account and complete application form.
Upload required documents (academic, research proposal, references).
Submit by 1 December 2026.
Shortlisted candidates may attend interview.
All applicants applying for the full-time PhD programme will be considered for the HKU-PS Programme.
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