Pakistanis Can Pursue PhD in Hong Kong With HK$28,700 Monthly Stipend
Pakistani students planning to pursue a PhD abroad can apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) for the … Read More The post Pakistanis Can Pursue PhD in Hong Kong With HK$28,700 Monthly Stipend appeared first on ProPakistani .
Pakistanis can pursue a PhD in Hong Kong by applying for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) for the academic year 2027-28. The scheme offers a monthly stipend of HK$28,700 for up to three years, along with an annual conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,400. Successful candidates admitted to the University of Hong Kong (HKU) will also receive an HKU First-Year Cash Award of HK$40,000, followed by an HKU Annual Cash Award of HK$20,000 each year during the remaining study period.
Additional benefits include the waiver of composition fees and the guarantee of a hall place at HKU for the first year. Applicants from any country can apply if they meet the admission requirements of their chosen university. The selection process considers academic excellence, research ability, communication skills, leadership potential, and language proficiency.
The initial application deadline is 1 December 2026 at 12:00 noon Hong Kong Time, with results expected to be announced by May 2027.
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