Fully-Funded Research Study @ The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | No. 2 World’s Top Young University

Established in 1991, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a world-renowned research-focused university located at Hong Kong, the heart of Asia. With the robust research infrastructure, distinguished faculty and generous funding support, HKUST nurtures well-rounded graduates with a global vision, strong entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking.

HKUST offers a wide-range of research postgraduate (RPg) programs through well-established disciplinary foundation (Science, Engineering, Business, Humanities and Social Science, and Interdisciplinary Studies), leading to the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. For program details, please visit here.

HKUST is now inviting applications for admission in 2024/25 Fall Term (commencing in September 2024) and 2023/24 Spring Term (commencing in February 2024).

Why Study at HKUST?

• Worldwide Recognition:
  • #2 World’s Top Young Universities (THE Young University Rankings, 2023)
  • #7 Top Asian University (THE Asia University Rankings, 2023)
  • #30 Global University Employability (Global University Employability Ranking, 2022
  • Learn more the rankings of individual disciplines here.

• Global Student Community: 7,000+ postgraduate students from 60 countries and regions, among whom over 75% come from outside Hong Kong.
• Strong Team of International Faculty: Over 740+ faculty at HKUST, coming from 40 countries and regions, and all are PhD holders from leading universities.
• Research Excellence: Ranked 1st in terms of world leading and internationally excellent research work among the universities in Hong Kong according to the Research Assessment Exercise 2020 of the University Grants Committee.
• Cross-Campus Study Opportunities: To encourage collaboration between HKUST and HKUST(GZ), students have opportunities for cross-campus study and access to research facilities on both campuses. With the University’s enlarged scope and additional resources, students can enjoy more flexibility and better support as they pursue their passion.
• English as Medium of Instruction

Generous Scholarships Available for PhD Studies@HKUST

HKUST provides generous scholarships for you to pursue full-time PhD studies, covering tuition fees, accommodation fees and other living costs.

• Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS): An internationally recognized award for PhD students established by the Hong Kong Government. The application will be closed on 1 December 2023. HKPFS awardees will receive:
  • Stipend: HK$331,200 (~US$42,290) per year for 4 years;
  • HKUST RedBird PhD Award: A Recruitment Award of HK$40,000 (~US$5,110) in the first year and an Academic Excellence Scholarship of HK$20,000 (~US$2,550) per year, in the following years, subject to the academic performance; and
  • Conference Travel Allowance: HK$13,800 (~US$1,760) per year for 4 years
• Postgraduate Studentship: HK$220,680 (~US$28,180) per year for up to 4 years for full-time PhD students.
• RedBird PhD Award Program:
  • An award program for excellent PhD candidates, in recognition of their outstanding academic performance and research capacity.
  • Recruitment Award of HK$40,000 (~US$5,110) plus a waiver of tuition fee for new students in the first year; and
  • Academic Excellence Award of HK$20,000 (~US$2,550) per year, in the following years, subject to the academic performance.
• Guaranteed University Accommodation: For full-time MPhil/PhD students in the first two years of research studies
• More scholarships and awards can be found here.

Find Out More

• Find PhD Programs@HKUST
• HKUST Faculty Profiles
• Apply for Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (Deadline: 1 Dec 2023)
• 5 Steps to Apply for Admission to HKUST
• Postgraduate Prospectus 2024-25
• FAQ

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