Research Grants Council (RGC) Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) S3 The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

HKUST has been drawing the best doctoral students from around the world through the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), established by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council. HKUST has recruited the largest number of HKPFS awardees among local institutions, coming from 45+ countries and regions including Australia, China, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Russia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States, etc. 1 out of 7 PhD new students of HKUST received the Fellowship. By joining us, you will find yourself being part of an exceptionally strong research community.

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