HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship 2027 Abstract & Quick Facts

Scholarship Host: University of Hong Kong (HKU)
Host Country: Asia || China
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships || PhD Scholarships || Grants ||  Fellowships 
Benefits: Full Scholarship • HK$40,000 Research Stipends• Composition Fee• Living Stipends HK$28,700
Eligibility: Students from 150+ Countries
Deadline: December 1, 2026

HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme 2027 Details

In order to attract top candidates from around the world to pursue full-time PhD studies at HKU, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme (HKU-PS Programme) offers the most prestigious scholarship package, namely, the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship, to selected outstanding full-time PhD students.

HKU Presidential PhD Scholars will receive strong academic and training support from the University, e.g. individualised advisory service, training in teaching and opportunities to interact with leading scholars.

A group of distinguished Faculty members will also give advice, provide additional mentorship and training opportunities, and oversee the academic career paths.

The HKU Presidential PhD Scholars shall be the brightest candidates who are passionate about research applying for the full-time PhD programme at HKU.

HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship Benefits

Each HKU Presidential PhD Scholar will receive a package of up to around HK$445,800 (US$57,150) in the first year, and up to around HK$428,300 (US$54,920) in each of the subsequent years during the normative study period. The package includes:

• Cash Award to support research and living expenses
  HK$40,000 in Year 1; HK$20,000 per year in the remaining normative study period
• Waiver of composition fees for the whole normative study period (i.e. HK$49,500 per year)
• Postgraduate Scholarship of HK$28,700 per month
• Conference and Research-related Travel Allowance of HK$14,400 per year
• Financial support to selected outstanding students for an additional year of study beyond the normative study period to reward their outstanding research output and progress
• A guaranteed hall place in Year 1, with possibility of renewal

HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme Requirements

To be considered for the 2027 HKU Presidential PhD Scholar Programme, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

• Be passionate about research and applying for full-time PhD study at HKU.
• Exceptional new applicants choosing full-time PhD tracks at HKU.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview.
• All applicants applying for the full-time PhD programme will be considered for the HKU-PS Programme.
• In view of the intense competition, applicants applying for the HKU-PS Programme during the Main Round (1 September – 1 December)

Required Documents for HKU-PS Programme

To complete your application, prepare the following documents in advance:

• Academic documents
• Research proposal
• References and other supporting materials

How To Apply for HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship 2027

The step-by-step guide to apply for the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship is as follows;

• Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
• Create Your Account: Register using a valid, active email and phone number.
• Complete the Form. Fill in academic, personal, and institutional details accurately.
• Upload Required Documents: Attach all documents listed in the section above in the specified format.
• Submit your application by the deadline.

Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

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