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On-line Application and EnquiriesGraduate SchoolRoom P403, Graduate House,The University of Hong Kong,Pokfulam, Hong KongTel: (852) 2857 3470 Fax: (852) 2857 3543Email: gradsch@hku.hkHomepage: www.gradsch.hku.hk

MPhil and PhD StudiesTHE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

2016-17

Hong Kong PhD Fellowship (HKPF) Scheme*Initial application to the Research Grants Council (RGC):September 1 noon – December 1, 2015 noonFull application to the University:September 1 – December 1, 2015

Main round applicationSeptember 1, 2015 – December 1, 2015

1st clearing roundDecember 2, 2015 – April 30, 2016

2nd clearing roundMay 1, 2016 – August 31, 2016

* For further details on the HKPF Scheme, please visit the RGC’s website (http://www.rgc.edu.hk/hkphd)

Application Period for Admissions 2016-17Highlights• Ranked 28th in the world in 2014 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings • Inspiring teachers with international vision• A cultural mix of MPhil and PhD students from all over the world• Leading-edge research in over 140 departments and research centres• High-quality research outputs• Top-class libraries, computer facilities, and state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment• An excellent record of graduate employment• Opportunities for students to spend part of their study period away from campus to gain more exposure

Fellowships and Scholarships Available• Hong Kong PhD Fellowship (HKPF) Scheme# US$30,760 (HK$240,000) per year• University Postgraduate Fellowships (UPF) At least US$25,320 (HK$197,500) per year*• Postgraduate Scholarships (PGS) At least US$23,070 (HK$180,000) per year # HKPF Scheme does not cover the Joint PhD programmes and HKPF awardees will not be concurrently awarded UPF and PGS.* Combined value of UPF and PGS