Exciting news! Applications are now open for the University of Hong Kong’s Summer Program for 2025. This fully funded 10-week summer internship is available for students globally. The HKU Summer Research Program aims to provide Bachelor and Master students the opportunity to engage in research projects under the guidance of HKU faculty members. A wide variety of internships are offered across different fields. The program will take place from June 2 to August 8, 2025. Notably, applicants do not need to submit English language test scores. Throughout the program, participants will have the chance to take part in extracurricular activities and connect with fellow summer interns from around the world. More details regarding the program requirements, available internship areas, financial benefits, and the application process will follow.

Details About the University of Hong Kong Summer Program 2025

• Host Country: Hong Kong
• Location: University of Hong Kong
• Internship Dates: 2nd June to 8th August 2025
• Duration: 10 Weeks
• Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 3rd February 2025

Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• HK$10,000 will be provided to Each Applicant.
• Round Airfare Cost is Covered
• Free Accommodation on Campus
• Prizes and Awards
• Outstanding Applicants may be awarded a conditional offer for an HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship.

Internship Areas

• Faculty of Architecture
• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Business and Economics
• Faculty of Dentistry
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Law
• LKS Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Social Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Research Areas

Eligibility Criteria

• The Hong University Summer Program is open to all the Nationals.
• Open to undergraduate students in their third and fourth years.
• 2nd Year Undergraduate students can also apply.
• Master’s degree candidates with a Bachelor’s degree.

Selection Criteria

• Outstanding academic performance
• Strong interest in research postgraduate studies
• Previous research experience
• Interest in interdisciplinary studies
• High English proficiency
• Mature and independent

Required Documents

Here are the document names you’ll need to submit for the HKU Summer Research Programme application:

• Passport Size Photo
• CV
• Bachelor’s Transcript
• Bachelor’s Certificate
• Master’s Transcript (if applicable)
• Master’s Certificate (if applicable)
• English Language Proficiency Test Result (if applicable)

Visa for Non-Residents

All international students who are not permanent residents of Hong Kong are required to obtain a student visa from the Hong Kong Immigration Department. Successful applicants must submit their visa applications promptly. For detailed information on the student visa application process, please click here. For any inquiries, please visit this page.

Timeline

• February – Mid-March 2025: Selection process for applicants.
• Mid-March 2025: Announcement of results – successful applicants will be notified.
• Mid-March – Mid-April 2025: The visa application period for non-local students (8-10 weeks processing time).
• June 2 – August 8, 2025: Summer Research Programme at HKU.

How to Apply for the University of Hong Kong Summer Program 2025?

Applicants have to apply Online from the Hong Kong University Website. The Application Fee (300 Hong Kong Dollars). The Link to the official website is given below.