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Only a forward-looking institution can help students produce outstanding research that is also applicable to a fast-changing world and evolving workplace.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), founded in 1963, is a comprehensive research institution recognised for its excellence, both regional and globally. Its main campus is located in a metropolis where students can interact with elite academics from across the world. CUHK is a centre for cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research that has international social impact.
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme at CUHK offers financial backing equivalent to up to HKD 1.69 million (£193,000). This support allows students to focus on their research and gain international exposure, while also enjoying CUHK’s vibrant campus life.
The university wishes to empower ambitious researchers and scholars and let their talents shine. CUHK has the support of 300 research institutes and research centres. It also houses five of China’s State Key Laboratories in fields including agrobiotechnology, digestive diseases, bioactivities and clinical applications of medicinal plants, synthetic chemistry, and translational oncology.
CUHK takes great pride in its teaching and learning culture. The university’s PhD candidates are not only supervised by world-class scholars who are at the top of their fields, but also inspired them. By providing institutional, financial and personal academic support, CUHK puts its students on the right path to realising their goals.
One PhD student in mathematics, who is from Nigeria, says that “studying at CUHK has been an exceptional experience”. “The diversity and inclusion are welcoming,” the student added. “The learning environment, with stalwart researchers conducting world-class studies, is altogether compelling. I have access to any study material I need. I am deeply indebted to HKPFS and CUHK for this opportunity to pursue my dreams.”
A PhD law student from Ethiopia says they “feel privileged to have the opportunity to study at CUHK”. “CUHK offers world-class infrastructure and a serene campus for research. At CUHK, I am able to work under the supervision of top-notch scholars. The excellent support and guidance I receive from my supervisors are testament to the university’s commitment to professionalism.”
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme at CUHK includes:
- A monthly stipend of HKD 27,100 (£3,090)
- An annual conference travel allowance of HKD 13,600 (£1,550)
- A tuition fee waiver of up to HKD 168,400 (£19,200)
- An award of HKD 40,000 (£4,560) for lodging in the first year of study and HKD 20,000 (£2,280) in subsequent years
- An on-campus hostel fee waiver in the first year of study
- Guaranteed on-campus accommodation throughout the study period for the awardees who submit hall applications in a timely manner
Exchange rate HKD 1 = £0.11 at the time of publication.
To explore this opportunity, join CUHK’s webinar on 20 October 2022, 16:00-17:30 Hong Kong time (UTC +8) to meet the dean of the Graduate School, professors and student representatives. Register for the webinar .
The application deadline is 1 December 2022. Further details about the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) at CUHK can be found .
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