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Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, China
PhD Position in Not Mentioned on the Official Advertisement, Chinese University of Hong Kong, China
Job Type
PhD
Field
Law, Philosophy
Location
Hong Kong, China
Published
Oct 21, 2026
Deadline
December 1, 2026
Summary
CUHK LAW at the Chinese University of Hong Kong is recruiting candidates for its 2027‑28 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) programmes in Laws. Prospective PhD students are encouraged to apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, which provides a monthly stipend of HK$28,700, a travel allowance of HK$14,400 per year, tuition fee waiver, lodging allowance and guaranteed on‑campus accommodation. Additional funding options include the CUHK Postgraduate Studentship (HK$19,100 monthly) and other scholarships. Application deadlines are 1 December 2026 for both HKPFS and non‑HKPFS main round, with a clearing round on 31 March 2027. Detailed information is available in the programme brochure.
Key Facts
| Employer | Chinese University of Hong Kong |
| Department | CUHK LAW |
| Position Type | PhD and MPhil |
| Discipline | Laws |
| Salary | HK$28,700 per month (HKPFS) |
| Funding | Stipend via Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme and CUHK Postgraduate Studentship |
| Contract Duration | up to three years (four years for HKPFS awardees) |
| Deadline | 2026-12-01 |
Who Should Apply
Applicants interested in pursuing a PhD or MPhil in Laws at CUHK.
Benefits
- HK$28,700 monthly stipend (HKPFS)
- HK$14,400 annual travel allowance
- Full tuition fee waiver for HKPFS awardees
- Lodging allowance HK$40,000 first year, HK$20,000 subsequent years
- Guaranteed on‑campus accommodation
- HK$19,100 monthly stipend (CUHK Postgraduate Studentship)
About the Employer
CUHK LAW, the law faculty of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, offers PhD and MPhil programmes in Laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the monthly stipend for HKPFS awardees?
HK$28,700 per month.
Is there a tuition fee waiver for PhD students?
Yes, HKPFS awardees receive a full tuition fee waiver for the normative study period.
What are the application deadlines?
HKPFS and non‑HKPFS main round deadlines are 1 December 2026; clearing round deadline is 31 March 2027.
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