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Discover Research Postgraduate Opportunities at HKBU

Hong Kong Baptist University offers three distinct pathways for research postgraduate studies, designed to equip talented students with the supervision, resources, and support needed to bring their research aspirations to life. These include the prestigious Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), the regular Research Postgraduate Programme, and the ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme.

Explore the options below and find the one that aligns with your vision—because at HKBU, research is about collaboration, innovation, and creating a better future together.

	HKPFS	Regular Research Postgraduate Programme	ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme
Overview	Prestigious, highly competitive scheme by Hong Kong's Research Grants Council (RGC) to attract world-class talents from all over the world to pursue PhD studies in Hong Kong.	Standard entry to HKBU's departmental regular postgraduate programmes.	Special entry to HKBU's transdisciplinary postgraduate programmes.
Discipline	Disciplinary research	Disciplinary research	Transdisciplinary research projects aligned with HKBU’s four Research Clusters Creative Media and Practice Health and Drug Discovery Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Humanities and Cultures
Programme	Doctor of Philosophy	Doctor of Philosophy Master of Philosophy	Doctor of Philosophy
Programme Structure/Period of Study	4-year PhD (Full-time)	4-year PhD (Full-time) / 6-year PhD (Part-time) 2-year MPhil (Full-time) / 4-year MPhil (Part-time)	4-year PhD (Full-time) Year 1: Undergo practical and intensive project-based training under the Institute of Transdisciplinary Studies (ITS) Years 2–4: Students will return to home department to continue their research
Stipend/ Studentship	Stipend: HK$28,700 monthly	AY2025/26: Studentship: HK$18,930 monthly (post-candidacy HK$19,460 for PhD) AY2026/27: Studentship: HK$19,310 (post-candidacy HK$19,660 for PhD)	AY2025/26: Studentship: HK$18,930 monthly (post-candidacy HK$19,460 for PhD) AY2026/27: Studentship: HK$19,310 (post-candidacy HK$19,660 for PhD)
Conference and Research-related Travel Allowance	Up to HK$63,200 for the whole 4-year study period HK$6,000 (One-off Thesis Editing Fee) HK$3,000 (One-off Incentives for Oral Presentation at Non-local International Conferences)	Maximum HK$20,000 for PhD students Maximum HK$10,000 for MPhil students HK$6,000 (One-off Thesis Editing Fee) HK$3,000 (One-off Incentives for Oral Presentation at Non-local International Conferences)	Maximum HK$20,000 HK$6,000 (One-off Thesis Editing Fee) HK$3,000 (One-off Incentives for Oral Presentation at Non-local International Conferences)
Elite Scholar Award	AY2026/27 cohort: Up to HK$92,000 in total for the first three years of study period AY2027/28 cohort: HK$120,000 in total for the first three years of study period	Not applicable; A number of other scholarship opportunities are available for postgraduate studies. More information can be found on the Scholarships/Awards page of the Office of Student Affairs website.	Not applicable; A number of other scholarship opportunities are available for postgraduate studies. More information can be found on the Scholarships/Awards page of the Office of Student Affairs website.
Other Financial Support	Tuition Waiver for both local and international students Accommodation: University-arranged shared-room are guaranteed in the student's first two years of study	Tuition Waiver for local full-time students	Tuition Waiver for local full-time students

Remarks:

All stipends and studentships are subject to satisfactory academic progress.

The rates and allowances are subject to regular review and eligibility.

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme

HKBU invites candidates from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with evidence of academic excellence, research ability and potential, and good communication, interpersonal and leadership abilities to apply for full-time PhD study under the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. >Read more

Research Postgraduate Programmes

HKBU offers Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) Programmes admitting students from all over the world. Built on your external global networks, we also collaborate with overseas universities offering joint/dual research degree programmes. >Read more

ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme

The ITS Transdisciplinary PhD Programme was launched in 2020 with an aim to enhance the University’s research capacity and provide the students with comprehensive and practical doctoral training in transdisciplinary research. Students admitted under the programme are housed under the Institute of Transdisciplinary Studies (ITS) in their 1st year, engaging in transdisciplinary research studies aligning with the directions of the University’s strategic Research Clusters (Creative Media and Practice, Health and Drug Discovery, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, and Humanities and Cultures). >Read more

Supervisor Sharing > Read more

Prof Magdalen KI

Department of English Languange and Literature

Educators are torchbearers, and our mission is to become “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:13). As a supervisor of an HKPFS awardee, the experience brings immense satisfaction as I witness her transformative scholarship. From writing proposals to delivering conference presentations, my student has crossed various thresholds, navigated different trials, and will become an expert in her academic field. My motto is that students must stand on—and also look beyond—the shoulders of giants. The goal is not to become an academic star who gets cited the most, but to be a beacon of light that can ignite change in the world.

Alumni/Student Sharing > Read more

Felipe NUNES HENRIQUEZ

2024-25 HKPFS Awardee in Chemistry

I chose to study in HKBU due to the supportive research environment and vibrant city life. I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to advance my career and studies with the backing of seasoned researchers and faculty members. Furthermore, HKPFS has been invaluable in this journey by providing me with the resources and opportunity to travel and join conferences, bolstering my network and career prospects.

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