The Hongkong Bank Foundation has been nurturing future leaders with different academic or socioeconomic backgrounds: from students who are going overseas, to those who are going to explore opportunities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The Foundation has supported many students to pursue their dreams, empowering them to become global citizens through our scholarship schemes. This year, 4 Scholarships under the Foundation will be opened for application in 2024/25.
The Information Session will cover the following Scholarships offered by HSBC (scholarship details subject to final confirmation from HSBC):
| Scholarships | History | Award |
| HSBC Hong Kong Scholarship | The Scheme enables local universities/institutions to nominate eligible, full-time, local undergraduate students to apply for a merit-based scholarship. Preference will be given to students with strong financial needs. | HK$50,000 each |
| HSBC Greater Bay Area (Hong Kong) Scholarship 2024 | This Scholarship encourages HK students to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the Greater Bay Area, fostering competitiveness, confidence, and employability as they embark on a successful and fulfilling career in the region. | HK$80,000 each |
| HSBC Overseas Scholarship | The Scholarship programme aims to offer academically gifted and well-rounded local students the invaluable opportunity to broaden their horizons through either a one-year or one-semester overseas study experience. Preference will be given to students with strong financial needs. | Max. HK$300,000 each, covering airfare, tuition fees, room and board, and a portion of living expenses during overseas study in 2025/26. |
| Innovation and Technology Scholarship | To provide recognition to outstanding local undergraduates with InnoTech passion as well as opportunities to widen their international/ Mainland exposure, gain industry experience, and nurture their passion and commitment toward science and technology. Both university exchange programs and visiting studies overseas can be considered for the Scholarship. | Max. HK$150,000 each in 2025/26 |
Representative from HSBC will give more information on the Scholarships and past awardees will share their experience during the session. Interested LOCAL students are strongly encouraged to attend the Information Session.
Details of the session
| Date | : | 11 November 2024 (Monday) |
| Time | : | 4pm – 5pm |
| Venue | : | Rm 4503, via lift 25-26, Academic Building |
Students who are interested to attend the information session should complete the online registration by responding to the RSVP via: https : // engage .ust .hk/ event/ 10685169 (ITSC login is required, please complete the online registration by 7 November 2024).
