Named the “Most International University in the World” by Times Higher Education (THE) in 2024 and 2025, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is committed to cultivating a globally connected academic environment.
 
The University strongly emphasises internationalisation and warmly welcomes talented students from around the world. Generous scholarships are offered to enrich our vibrant and diverse academic community.
 
In response to the evolving global academic landscape, CityUHK is extending support to international students facing academic disruption, inviting them to continue their education in Hong Kong. The University offers comprehensive support, including special scholarships. For PhD students, CityUHK will also invite their original supervisors to serve as co-supervisors, ensuring continuity and academic quality.

The recently established “CityUHK Presidential PhD Scholarship” covers tuition and accommodation costs and attracts outstanding doctoral students from top universities worldwide to pursue advanced studies in Hong Kong.
 
In addition, the Distinguished Visiting Professors Scheme has welcomed over 50 world-renowned scholars from prestigious institutions since it was launched in 2023. These distinguished academics collaborate closely with CityUHK faculty and students to drive interdisciplinary research and innovation.
 
The University is also forging strategic partnerships with leading global institutions that facilitate high-level joint research, the co-establishment of laboratories, and talent development programmes. Together, they promote sharing world-class scientific resources and enhance original innovation capabilities, supporting the nation’s ambitions to become a global science and technology powerhouse.
 
Through initiatives such as the President’s Assistant Professors Scheme and the Global Research Assistant Professors Programme, CityUHK offers robust support and mentorship to promising young scholars. These programmes empower emerging academics to pursue pioneering research, broaden their horizons, and become future field leaders.

CityUHK remains deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of scholars and supporting their pursuit of excellence and global impact.

Media enquiries:
Poying Hung, Communications and Institutional Research Office, CityUHK (Tel: 3442 4218)