This scholarship recognises outstanding students who have enrolled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related degree programmes. Besides having strong commitment in I&T sector and great vision in using technology to improve society, the awardees need to demonstrate outstanding academic achievement as well as having track records in solid innovation and leadership skills.
HKU TECHNOVATION Scholarship* is proposed to enable the University to attract talented undergraduate students and prepare them to become future leaders in the I&T sector, and support the Hong Kong government's vision of driving economic growth and social progress through innovation and technology.
HKU TECHNOVATION Scholarship* shall be awarded each year to first-year undergraduate students enrolled in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related degree programmes based on:
a. academic achievement, particularly in STEM subjects;
b. demonstrated innovation and leadership skills, evident through past projects, inventions, or leadership roles in academic or extracurricular activities;
c. performance in an interview, where commitment to the I&T sector shall be assessed;
d. potential for social impact, assessed through the candidate's vision for using technology to improve society.
*Subject to approval
The Scholarship will be capped at a value equivalent to a full tuition waiver for the first-year of full-time undergraduate students in STEM programmes.
No application is required for this scholarship.