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Faculty Scholarships (By Nomination in 2020-21)
    Higher Degree Programmes
    Au Yeung Kit Fong Education Award
    Award: HK$3,300
    • For a postgraduate student of the Faculty of Education.
    • Based on academic merit.
    • Preference will be given to a full-time postgraduate student.
    'For Our Future' Scholarship
    Award: HK$50,000
    • a local student; and
    • aged between 18 and 40; and
    • studying for a full-time bachelor's (year 2 and above) or master's degree at The Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2020/21
    • Academic performance (in the last academic year) with a GPA ≥ 3.3 out of 4 or 3.5 out of 4.3 in the previous academic year or the first degree, and distinctive performance in academic projects
    • Personal development (sports, art, music, etc.)
      (details of qualifications/awards of events or competitions should be provided)
    • Participation in social services
      (length of services, nature of services, location coverage, number and stratum of beneficiaries, public recognition, initiation of community project, etc. should be provided)
    • Other considerations
      (experience in leadership/ other training programmes, significant internship programmes, recommendations from external stakeholders and content of personal statement, etc.)
    Grand Way Scholarships at Faculty of Education
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time local or non-local postgraduate research students or local students from the Master of Arts in English Language Teaching Program
    • Based on academic excellence, caliber and commitment in the field of education.
    ICS Mok Hing Cheong Postgraduate Scholarship
    Award: HK$60,000
    • For full-time doctoral students in Chinese Literature, History, Geography or a related subject.
    • Students may reasonably be expected to complete their theses by the end of the academic year 2020/21.
    • Students are required to provide a statement on the details of research which should be related to Chinese culture in general, and on the progress of the thesis detailing a research plan that will lead to completion of the thesis by the end of the academic year 2020/21.
    • Scholarship recipients are expected to participate in academic activities of the Institute of Chinese Studies such as talks and seminars, and are required to submit a copy of the thesis after its completion to the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid for onward transmission to the donor for record.
    Li Po Chun Charitable Trust Fund Postgraduate Scholarships
    Award: HK$8,000
    • For full-time postgraduate students in the Master's or Doctoral Programmes.
    • Students must be permanent residents of Hong Kong taking UGC-funded programmes.
    • Based on academic merit and good conduct.
    Madam Yeung Choi Lau Memorial Scholarship
    Award: HK$1,600
    • For a full-time postgraduate student of the Faculty of Education.
    • Based on academic merit.
    Mr. Lam On Hang Memorial Scholarship
    Award: HK$4,700
    • For a Ph.D. candidate in Chinese Studies.
    • Based on academic merit.
    • Consideration will also be given to personality and leadership potential.
    Talent Development Scholarship
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students studying in UGC-funded programmes.
    • Year 1 undergraduate students must have good academic results during secondary education and in public examination; whereas Year 2 or above students must have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above up to the summer session of previous academic year.  Year 1 postgraduate students must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance.
    • Students should be able to demonstrate achievements in any of the following areas in recent three years (i.e. 1 January 2017 or after).  If any student has outstanding achievements on several areas, he/she should be recommended for the Scholarship based only on the most deserving area as required by the Education Bureau (EDB).
      • sports and games
      • music and performing arts
      • culture, arts and design
      • innovation, science and technology
    • Students should have received awards in national or regional competitions / performances; or represented institution or relevant association in such competitions / performances and have good recommendation / assessment by the institution or relevant organization on the capability or talent; OR have received awards (except commendable award in recognition of participation) in local / inter-school / inter-institution competitions.
    • Students who ONLY participate in any of the following activities should NOT be awarded Talent Development Scholarship (TDS):
      • being a team member / committee member of school/university team / club / society
      • intra-school / intra-institution activities (CUHK intercollegiate activities are also not eligible.)
      • work-related activities (e.g. internship / helpers or workers of an event, etc.)
      • examinations on musical instruments
      • language proficiency test (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)

     

    Postgraduate Diploma in Education Programmes
    Alumni of Faculty of Education Scholarship
    Award: HK$2,500
    • For a full-time student in the Postgraduate Diploma in Education Programme.
    • Based on academic merit and financial need.
    'For Our Future' Scholarship
    Award: HK$50,000
    • a local student; and
    • aged between 18 and 40; and
    • studying for a full-time bachelor's (year 2 and above) or master's degree at The Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2020/21
    • Academic performance (in the last academic year) with a GPA ≥ 3.3 out of 4 or 3.5 out of 4.3 in the previous academic year or the first degree, and distinctive performance in academic projects
    • Personal development (sports, art, music, etc.)
      (details of qualifications/awards of events or competitions should be provided)
    • Participation in social services
      (length of services, nature of services, location coverage, number and stratum of beneficiaries, public recognition, initiation of community project, etc. should be provided)
    • Other considerations
      (experience in leadership/ other training programmes, significant internship programmes, recommendations from external stakeholders and content of personal statement, etc.)
    Lam Oi Tong Educational Research Assistantships
    Award: HK$3,900
    • For outstanding full-time students of the Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme.
    • Recipients will be required to be involved in educational research work as research assistants.
    Talent Development Scholarship
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students studying in UGC-funded programmes.
    • Year 1 undergraduate students must have good academic results during secondary education and in public examination; whereas Year 2 or above students must have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above up to the summer session of previous academic year.  Year 1 postgraduate students must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance.
    • Students should be able to demonstrate achievements in any of the following areas in recent three years (i.e. 1 January 2017 or after).  If any student has outstanding achievements on several areas, he/she should be recommended for the Scholarship based only on the most deserving area as required by the Education Bureau (EDB).
      • sports and games
      • music and performing arts
      • culture, arts and design
      • innovation, science and technology
    • Students should have received awards in national or regional competitions / performances; or represented institution or relevant association in such competitions / performances and have good recommendation / assessment by the institution or relevant organization on the capability or talent; OR have received awards (except commendable award in recognition of participation) in local / inter-school / inter-institution competitions.
    • Students who ONLY participate in any of the following activities should NOT be awarded Talent Development Scholarship (TDS):
      • being a team member / committee member of school/university team / club / society
      • intra-school / intra-institution activities (CUHK intercollegiate activities are also not eligible.)
      • work-related activities (e.g. internship / helpers or workers of an event, etc.)
      • examinations on musical instruments
      • language proficiency test (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
    Tin Ka Ping Foundation Educational Research Assistantships
    Award: HK$5,000 - HK$8,000
    • For full-time students studying Postgraduate Diploma in Education.
    • Based on academic merit and financial need.
    • Recipients will be required to be involved in educational research work as research assistants.
    Yuk Kwan Education Scholarship
    Award: HK$1,000
    • For a full-time student in the Postgraduate Diploma in Education Programme.
    • Based on academic merit.

     

    Bachelor of Education Programmes
    Academic Excellence Scholarships for Non-local Fee-paying Students
    Award: HK$50,000
    • For full-time non-local Year 3 or above fee-paying undergraduate students, including mainland and non-local (other regions).
    • Based on a Cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 up to the end of the preceding academic year.
    • Preference will be given to students who have a proven record of active participation in extra-curricular activities and have contributed to the university community, and with demonstrable financial need.
    • Students should not receive other scholarships of which the total amount is more than half of the annual tuition fee in the year of award (currently at HK$72,500).
    • Students will not be considered for the Scholarships if they have been awarded the same Scholarship before.
    AIA Scholarships
    Award: HK$50,000
    • Students must be permanent residents of Hong Kong;
    • Students must have resided in Hong Kong continuously for at least three complete years immediately prior to the commencement of their undergraduate programme;
    • Students must have received their senior secondary education in Hong Kong, including those who have studied local (e.g. Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education) and non-local (e.g. International Baccalaureate) curricula;
    • Students must be local full-time Year 1 undergraduate students in 2020/21, pursuing their first undergraduate degree immediately succeeding completion of their senior secondary school education;
    • Students must demonstrate excellent academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent in Term 1 of 2020/21; and
    • Students must demonstrate a track record of community service or charitable work undertaken prior to their scholarship application.
    CUHK Convocation Outstanding Services and Creativity Student Awards
    Award: HK$10,000
    • be full-time Year 2 or above undergraduate students of any disciplines. The awardees must be a full-time undergraduate student during the tenure of the award (i.e. for the whole academic year of award). Students who will graduate after Term 1 studies are NOT eligible.
    • have works with outstanding creativity in the fields of Humanities or Natural Science
    • be able to demonstrate that the creativity of his/her works is purposeful and that it is completely original
    • be able to demonstrate that the creativity of his/her works is innovative and has outstanding achievement
    • submit a personal statement in English of not more than 500 words which elaborates the achievement and creativity
    Faculty of Education Admission Scholarships
    Award: HK$42,100
    • Full-time local and non-local undergraduate students studying Year 1; and
    • Total score of 30 or above based on the best 5 subjects in HKDSE. (A total score of 30 is equivalent to an average of 5* in all the best 5 subjects.) ;or Other outstanding academic achievements for admission to CUHK.
    'For Our Future' Scholarship
    Award: HK$50,000
    • a local student; and
    • aged between 18 and 40; and
    • studying for a full-time bachelor's (year 2 and above) or master's degree at The Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2020/21
    • Academic performance (in the last academic year) with a GPA ≥ 3.3 out of 4 or 3.5 out of 4.3 in the previous academic year or the first degree, and distinctive performance in academic projects
    • Personal development (sports, art, music, etc.)
      (details of qualifications/awards of events or competitions should be provided)
    • Participation in social services
      (length of services, nature of services, location coverage, number and stratum of beneficiaries, public recognition, initiation of community project, etc. should be provided)
    • Other considerations
      (experience in leadership/ other training programmes, significant internship programmes, recommendations from external stakeholders and content of personal statement, etc.)
    Grand Way Scholarships at Faculty of Education
    Award: HK$21,050
    • For Full-time local Year one undergraduate students
    • Based on academic achievements for admission to CUHK.
    • Other comparable qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
    • Interview performance, if any, will be considered.
    Hong Kong Jockey Club Scholarships
      Local Students:
    • Award: HK$112,300 per annum for the entire normal length of study
    • For local full-time first-year or second-year students who are studying their first undergraduate degree in 2020/21
    • Students must be permanent Hong Kong residents;
    • For first-year applicants, they must demonstrate academic excellence in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) or another recognised entry qualification.  If selected, the scholarship will be offered on the condition that the student is ranked among top 10% in class or has attained a cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the end of the first term.  For second-year applicants, they must be ranked among top 10% in class or have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the time of application.
    • Applicants with outstanding achievements or exceptional leadership qualities but with a lower class rank (among top 15%) or a lower GPA of 3.30 or above may also be considered.  Evidence of these qualities, which are subject to examination by the JC Scholarship Secretariat, may include but not limited to awards, prizes, or other forms of recognition / credentials for demonstrating leadership in projects that benefit the community or other outstanding achievements.  Recommendation letter is required for these applicants.
    • Students must be proficient in written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese or Putonghua) and English.
      Mainland students:
    • Award: HK$215,200 per annum for the entire normal length of study
    • For full-time first-year or second-year Mainland students who are studying their first undergraduate degree programme in 2020/21
    • Students must be citizens of the People’s Republic of China
    • For first-year applicants, they must demonstrate academic excellence in Joint Entrance Examination (Gaokao) or another recognised entry qualification.  If selected, the scholarship will be offered on the condition that the student is ranked among top 10% in class or has attained a cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the end of the first term.  For second-year applicants, they must be ranked among top 10% in class or have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.50 at the time of application.
    • Applicants with outstanding achievements or exceptional leadership qualities but with a lower class rank (among top 15%) or a lower GPA of 3.30 or above may also be considered.  Evidence of these qualities, which are subject to examination by the JC Scholarship Secretariat, may include but not limited to awards, prizes, or other forms of recognition / credentials for demonstrating leadership in projects that benefit the community or other outstanding achievements.  Recommendation letter is required for these applicants.
    • Students must be proficient in written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese or Putonghua) and English.
    HSBC Greater Bay Area (Hong Kong) Scholarship
    Award: HK$80,000
    • For full-time undergraduate students studying any discipline.
    • Students must be Hong Kong permanent residents with the right of abode in Hong Kong.
    • Students must attain a minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or stand within top 15% of class in the first term of the academic year 2020/21.
    • Students must be committed to pursuing employment, entrepreneurship or advanced opportunities in GBA. 
    • A realistic and an ambitious plan for a long-term career in GBA.
    • An in-depth understanding of skills and knowledge required to achieve the career plan.
    • Candidates with a focus on strategic sectors (e.g. digital, innovation and technology, logistics, green energy) will be given an advantage.
    • Future leaders who demonstrate all-roundedness.
    • Commitment to being an active member of a community of HSBC Scholars.
    HSBC Hong Kong Scholarship
    Award: HK$50,000
    • For full-time undergraduate students.
    • Students must be Hong Kong permanent residents.
    • Students must attain a minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.7 or top 3% of class in the first term of the academic year 2020/21.
    • Students must be in disciplines under architecture, business and economics, communication, computer science / information systems, education, engineering, health care, hotel and tourism, law, medicine, science (applied and basic), social sciences, humanities, arts subjects (linguistics and languages, translation, history, geography, fine arts and applied arts) energy and environment and Asian and International Studies and creative media..
    Innovation and Technology Scholarship Award Scheme
    Award: up to HK$150,000
    The Scheme is open to full-time, non-final-year undergraduates who meet the following criteria
    • Be registered CUHK students in the tenure year of the scholarship;
    • Hong Kong Permanent Residents with the right of abode in Hong Kong.
    • Undertaking a science-related degree funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC). In general they cover (i) Sciences; (ii) Engineering and Technology; and (iii) Medicine, Dentistry professions.
    • Preferably cumulative GPA of 3.3 (or equivalent) or above.
    • A minimum total TOEFL (Internet-based test) score of 90 with scores for individual sections not lower than 21 on reading, 22 on listening, 21 on speaking, and 17 on writing; or a minimum IELTS (Academic test) overall band score of 6.5, with no component below 6.0. These are irrespective of overseas universities’ requirements. All tests must have been taken on or after 5 February 2019.
    • Have passion in innovation and technology, and intention of pursuing this as a career.
    • Well-rounded, have participated in extra-curricular and/or community service activities.
    • Able to display tremendous upside potential and benefit the most from the Scholarship.
    • Willing to serve the community and have a strong commitment to Hong Kong.
    • Possesses good communication skills.
    • Have not previously received an award under this Scholarship.
    Kong E Suen Memorial Scholarships
      First Year Students
    • Award: HK$2,500
    • For full-time first-year undergraduate students.
    • Based on financial need and entrance academic results.
      (Where assessment results being equal, priority will be given to students from Wah Yan College (Kowloon).)
      Final Year Students
    • Award: HK$2,500
    • For full-time final-year undergraduate students.
    • The scholarship is preferably allocated to the Department to which no specific scholarship has been assigned.
    • Based on academic results of the previous year and financial need.
      (Where assessment results being equal, priority will be given to students from Wah Yan College (Kowloon).)
    Lee Kam Woon & Shum Shuk Yuen Scholarships
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time undergraduate students.
    • Students must be Hong Kong permanent residents.
    • Based on academic merit.
    Leung Tse Wai Fong Scholarship
    Award: HK$21,050
    • For a full-time new undergraduate student admitted to the University in the year of award with the qualification of Associate Degree or Higher Diploma.
    • Based on outstanding academic achievements at entrance.
    Li Po Chun Charitable Trust Fund Undergraduate Scholarships
    Award: HK$5,000
    • For full-time first-year undergraduate students.
    • Students must be permanent residents of Hong Kong taking UGC-funded programmes.
    • Based on entrance academic results and good conduct.
    Mrs. Tam Chow Fung Shuet Memorial Scholarship
    Award: HK$2,000
    • For a full-time undergraduate student of the Faculty of Education.
    • For Year 1 student, he/she must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance; or for Year 2 or above student, he/she must have attained a Year GPA of 3.0 or above in the previous academic year.
    • The student must have demonstrated active participation in community services or extra-curricular activities.
    Ms. Yeung Choi Lau Memorial Scholarship
    Award: HK$1,000
    • For a full-time undergraduate student of the Faculty of Education.
    • Based on academic merit.
    Outstanding Teaching Practice Awards at Faculty of Education
    Award: HK$2,000
    • For full-time undergraduate students from the above designated bachelor’s programmes of the Faculty of Education.
    • Based on outstanding performance in the Teaching Practice Courses offered by respective programmes.
    • Students should be nominated by their respective programmes.
    Professor Joseph J. Y. Sung Scholarships
    Award: HK$12,500
    • For local or non-local full-time undergraduate students.
    • For Year 1 students, they must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance; or for Year 2 or above students, they must have attained a Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above up to the previous academic year.
    • Students should have financial need, e.g. receiving Government grant and/or loan, University bursaries and/or loan in the current and/or previous academic year.
    • Priority will be given to those students with qualities for / interest in Chinese culture and arts, e.g. Chinese opera, Chinese music and Chinese dance, etc.
    Sir Edward Youde Memorial Scholarships for Undergraduate and Diploma Students
    Award: HK$40,000
    • Candidates should:
    • have the right of abode or the right to land in Hong Kong or are permitted to stay in Hong Kong without restriction;
    • have resided in Hong Kong for at least three years as at 1 September 2020;
    • be registered full-time undergraduate students undertaking UGC-funded courses in 2020/21; and
    • not be engaged in full-time employment.
    Sun Kwok Yuen Scholarship
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time Year 2 or above undergraduate students.
    • Students must have attained a Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or above up to the previous academic year.
    • Students must have demonstrable financial need.
    • Priority will be given to students with genuine financial need but do not receive Government grant and/or loan due to special reason(s).
    Talent Development Scholarship
    Award: HK$10,000
    • For full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students studying in UGC-funded programmes.
    • Year 1 undergraduate students must have good academic results during secondary education and in public examination; whereas Year 2 or above students must have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above up to the summer session of previous academic year.  Year 1 postgraduate students must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance.
    • Students should be able to demonstrate achievements in any of the following areas in recent three years (i.e. 1 January 2017 or after).  If any student has outstanding achievements on several areas, he/she should be recommended for the Scholarship based only on the most deserving area as required by the Education Bureau (EDB).
      • sports and games
      • music and performing arts
      • culture, arts and design
      • innovation, science and technology
    • Students should have received awards in national or regional competitions / performances; or represented institution or relevant association in such competitions / performances and have good recommendation / assessment by the institution or relevant organization on the capability or talent; OR have received awards (except commendable award in recognition of participation) in local / inter-school / inter-institution competitions.
    • Students who ONLY participate in any of the following activities should NOT be awarded Talent Development Scholarship (TDS):
      • being a team member / committee member of school/university team / club / society
      • intra-school / intra-institution activities (CUHK intercollegiate activities are also not eligible.)
      • work-related activities (e.g. internship / helpers or workers of an event, etc.)
      • examinations on musical instruments
      • language proficiency test (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
    The Tang Family Foundation Scholarship
    Award: HK$12,500
    • For full-time undergraduate students.
    • For Year 1 students, they must have outstanding academic achievements at entrance; or for Year 2 or above students, they must have attained a Year GPA of 3.0 or above in the previous academic year.
    • Both local and non-local students are eligible.
    • Preference will be given to students with financial need.
    To Yuet Lai Scholarships
    Award: HK$15,000
    • For full-time undergraduate students.
    • Based on outstanding academic merit in the previous year (GPA 3.0 / Grade B or above).
    • Candidates should have represented CUHK and received INTERNATIONAL PRIZES** in areas of academic-related activities, sports or other talents.

    The Scholarships Sub-Committee, under the Student Affairs Committee of the Faculty of Education, is responsible for the selection process, while the nominations are to be confirmed by the Senate Committee on University Scholarships. The recommendations for most of the scholarships are generally made at the start of the academic year. Please contact relevant programme offices for inquiries.


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