Funding & benefits
Eligible candidates, who are not selected for the fellowship, may be considered for admission to relevant PhD program with Postgraduate Studentship of HK$229,620, HKUST Redbird PhD Award, and a waiver of tuition fee in the first year.
“A Prestigious and Fully-Funded Option for Your PhD Studies”
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Hong Kong offers Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme to PhD students. Funding, as stated by Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: "A Prestigious and Fully-Funded Option for Your PhD Studies." The provider does not publish a deadline for this round; confirm the date on its own page.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- On top of meeting the HKUST admission requirements, HKPFS applicants are expected to have:
- Outstanding academic records
- Excellent research ability and potential
- International exposure and a global outlook
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- TOEFL: minimum 80
Should you apply?
Applicants should be at PhD / Doctoral level working in All study areas. Expect to prepare 1 document (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: All study areas.
- English-language requirement: TOEFL 80.
- Funding package: fully funded.
- Study destination: Hong Kong.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
- Create an account at the Online Admission System
- Submit your Online Application before the Application Deadlines
- Pay Application Fee
- Attend any interviews you may have
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What funding comes with Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme?
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology states: "A Prestigious and Fully-Funded Option for Your PhD Studies."
Is Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme fully funded?
Yes. The verified funding record classifies it as fully funded.
Which degree level does Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme support?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in Hong Kong.
Is an English test required?
TOEFL 80.
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with Hong Kong University of Science and Technology before preparing an application.
Where do I apply?
Directly with Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, through the official application page linked from this record.
Which documents does Hong Kong University of Science and Technology ask for?
The official page lists 1 item: Outstanding academic records.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 18 Sep 2026 · Verified Sep 18, 2026
About Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is based in Hong Kong and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.
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