🇭🇰 Hong Kong — Various Hong Kong universities
Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
Overall
6.5
Components
L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5
Level
PhD
Deadline
September–December
Country
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Coverage
Annual stipend of HKD 331,200 (approximately USD 42,100), Conference and research-related travel allowance of HKD 13,800 per year +1 more
About Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme
The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) is a prestigious award established by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council. It provides approximately 300 fellowships annually across all eight UGC-funded universities in Hong Kong. Fellows receive a generous annual stipend of HKD 331,200, a conference travel allowance, and a full tuition fee waiver.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 80
Coverage
- •Annual stipend of HKD 331,200 (approximately USD 42,100)
- •Conference and research-related travel allowance of HKD 13,800 per year
- •Full tuition fee waiver
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1.HKPFS requires IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component. Given the fellowship's prestige and competitiveness (acceptance rate under 10%), aim for 7.0+ to strengthen your application.
- 2.Apply between September and December. The two-stage selection process involves initial screening by the university and final selection by the RGC, so submit your IELTS scores well before the deadline.
- 3.Focus on IELTS Writing and Speaking, as the HKPFS application includes a research proposal and potential interview. Strong communication skills in these areas directly support your candidacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What IELTS score do I need for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship?
Does the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship accept TOEFL?
Can I apply for the HKPFS without IELTS?
आपको विश्वविद्यालय IELTS आवश्यकता पूरा गर्नुहोस्
भर्नाको लागि Band 6.5, 7.0, वा 7.5 मा पुग्न निःशुल्क साप्ताहिक रणनीतिहरू।