HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund (QESS)

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Open to non-local students, including those from designated Belt and Road countries (which may include African nations) and other international students, pursuing full-time publicly-funded programmes at degree, sub-degree, or research postgraduate levels in Hong Kong. Specific eligibility criteria vary by scholarship type within the fund (e.g., academic excellence, leadership, non-academic talents, or special educational needs). Africans applying via the Belt and Road scholarship should check if their country is covered.

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## Introduction to the HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government Scholarship Fund, established in 2008 with a significant endowment, aims to attract outstanding local and non-local students to pursue full-time publicly-funded programmes in Hong Kong. The fund has received several injections, expanding its reach and diversifying the types of scholarships offered to include students at sub-degree, degree, and postgraduate levels. Managed by the Education Bureau, the scholarships are disbursed through ten institutions offering publicly-funded programmes, including the eight University Grants Committee-funded institutions, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, and the Vocational Training Council. ## Scholarship Types and Funding The HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund encompasses several distinct scholarship schemes, each tailored to specific student profiles and offering varying levels of support: * **Belt and Road Scholarship:** This highly attractive scholarship targets students from designated and other Belt and Road countries. It covers **full tuition fees** for the normal duration of full-time publicly-funded undergraduate and research postgraduate programmes. This scholarship is particularly relevant for African students whose countries fall within the broad Belt and Road initiative. * **Scholarships for Outstanding Performance (SOP):** Established to recognize academic brilliance, SOP awards HK$80,000 per year to non-local students pursuing full-time publicly-funded degree or above level programmes. Non-local students in sub-degree programmes can receive between HK$20,000 to HK$30,000 annually. These scholarships are renewable annually based on satisfactory academic performance. * **Talent Development Scholarship (TDS):** Designed to acknowledge students with exceptional talents beyond academics, TDS awards HK$10,000 to local and non-local students in full-time publicly-funded sub-degree or above level programmes. Eligible areas include sports and games, music and performing arts, culture, arts and design, or innovation, science, and technology. * **Reaching Out Award (ROA):** This award of HK$10,000 supports meritorious local and non-local students in full-time publicly-funded sub-degree or above level programmes to participate in enriching overseas experiences such as learning programmes, internships, service endeavors, or international competitions. * **Endeavour Merit Award (EMA):** With an award of HK$15,000, EMA recognizes and supports post-secondary students with special educational needs (SEN) who demonstrate excellence in academic and other areas. ## Eligibility and Selection Criteria While specific criteria vary slightly across the different scholarships, general considerations for all applicants include: * **Academic excellence:** A strong academic record is a primary requirement for most scholarships, particularly the Scholarships for Outstanding Performance and the Belt and Road Scholarship. * **Contribution to the institution/society:** Demonstrated involvement and positive impact within academic or community settings are valued. * **Leadership and communication skills:** The ability to lead and articulate ideas effectively is often a key selection factor. * **Commitment to the Hong Kong community:** A genuine interest in contributing to Hong Kong is considered beneficial. For the Belt and Road Scholarship, applicants must be non-local students from eligible Belt and Road countries. It is crucial for prospective African applicants to confirm if their country is included in the designated or broader "Other Countries" categories. ## Application Process Prospective applicants do not apply directly to the HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund. Instead, the scholarships are administered by the ten participating institutions offering full-time publicly-funded programmes at sub-degree or above levels. Students should apply for admission to their chosen programme at one of these institutions and then enquire directly with the institution's admissions or scholarship office regarding the application procedures for these specific scholarships. Further information and links to participating institutions can be found on the Study in Hong Kong website. ## Further Information For detailed information on the Belt and Road Scholarship, please visit [https://www.studyinhongkong.edu.hk/en/hong-kong-education/scholarships.php](https://www.studyinhongkong.edu.hk/en/hong-kong-education/scholarships.php). For general enquiries regarding the HKSAR Government Scholarship Fund, contact the Education Bureau via email at hkgsf@edb.gov.hk. Students are strongly encouraged to visit the official websites of the individual institutions for institution-specific application guidelines and deadlines.

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