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The program, which was started by the Research Grants Council (RGC) in 2009, provides funding to 400 new PhD candidates each year in a variety of fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A HK$14,000 travel allowance and a yearly stipend of HK$337,200 (about USD 43,230) are provided to fellows for a maximum of three years. Eight member universities offer up to two programs, with English serving as the medium of teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The application period begins on September 1st and ends on December 1st, 2024. Academic achievement, research potential, leadership, and communication abilities are taken into consideration throughout the selection process. Those who are accepted will start their doctoral studies in the fall of 2025 and will have access to top-notch research facilities, global networks, and Hong Kong&#8217;s thriving cultural scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Host Country: <\/strong>Hong Kong<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>University: <\/strong>Hong Kong Universities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opportunity Type: <\/strong>Fellowship<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligibility Country:<\/strong> International Students<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Financial Coverage: <\/strong>Fully Funded<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All countries, backgrounds, and job experience levels are welcome to apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must be fresh, full-time PhD students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ought to have a stellar academic record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>must exhibit a good aptitude for research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills are required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stipend per year: HK$337,200 (around USD 43,230)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study and Gathering Allowance for travel: HK$14,000 (around USD 1,790) annually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funding Period: Up to three years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extended Support: For programs lasting longer than three years, host universities may offer additional financing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overview: Offering significant financial support for living expenses, research activities, and academic travel, this fully funded PhD scholarship is among the most competitive in Asia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deadline:<\/strong> Varies depending on the university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cerg1.ugc.edu.hk\/hkpfs\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Image Credit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For outstanding overseas students, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) 2025\u20132026 provides a distinguished, fully financed opportunity to undertake doctoral studies at top Hong Kong universities. 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