Demonstrating the Faculty’s strong dedication to international engagement, the HKU Social Sciences Global South Fellowship Scheme has been established to facilitate a dynamic exchange of knowledge and ideas among scholars/researchers from the Global South, thereby enhancing our academic impact on a global scale. Fellows will receive support to visit our Faculty and engage in knowledge-sharing activities, fostering a vibrant academic environment that promotes cross-cultural learning and collaboration.
Applicants should be professoriate staff affiliated with universities or comparable institutions in the Global South region.
The visit should last one to three months during the fall semester (i.e. September to January) or the spring semester (i.e. February to June).
Each awarded fellow will receive a remuneration package consisting of:
- Economy class return air tickets of up to HK$10,000 (on a reimbursement basis); and
- A per-diem allowance at a daily rate of HK$1,500, inclusive of accommodation, for the entire fellowship period in Hong Kong.
- During their visit, fellows are expected to engage in collaborative research projects with the Faculty Associate and/or other Faculty members that lead to at least one co-authored publication within one year upon completion of the fellowship.
- Fellows are encouraged to take an active role to participate in academic-exchange activities within the Department/Faculty, such as participating in networking events, attending/delivering academic lectures/seminars, conducting sharing/training for undergraduate and/or postgraduate students, and contributing to intra-fellow exchange sessions.
- To ensure proper monitoring and auditing, the fellow is required to submit a completion report to the Faculty Office within 3 months after the completion of the visit. In addition, publication information should be shared with the Faculty Office in a timely manner.
- Applications are sought twice a year with timeline as follows:
Visiting Period Call for Application Deadline Announcement Fall Semester April End of May End of June Spring Semester October End of November End of December
- Interested applicants should approach a Faculty member of similar research interests, who should be an Assistant Professor or above in our Faculty, via email to explore partnership and potential collaborative research opportunities before submitting an application. This Faculty member will serve as the fellow’s Faculty Associate during the visit. The suggested subject line is “HKU FoSS Global South Fellowship Scheme”.
- Applications should be submitted via the online application form by the deadline specified below.
- Up to 10 fellows will be selected per academic year. Fellows are selected based on their research records and professional achievements, with preference given to junior scholars/researchers for their potential to commit to longer-term collaborations with the host Department/Centre/Hub.
May 26, 2025 (Hong Kong Time)
Email: fossres@hku.hk
To identify a suitable Faculty Associate, you can start by reviewing academic staff profiles on our Faculty’s website or contacting the relevant Departments/Centres/Hub to find members whose research interests align closely with your own. Once you have identified potential matches, reach out to them via email and provide necessary information/documents such as an outline of your research proposal and your CV. The suggested subject line is “HKU FoSS Global South Fellowship Scheme”.
Projects that align closely with the Faculty’s Strategic Research Themes and that demonstrate potential for significant academic impact are prioritised.
Your application should give information about your research expertise and professional achievements, and details of the proposed visit and planned scholarly activities, accompanied by your CV and a written consent from the Faculty member who act as your Faculty Associate.
Fellows are expected to engage in collaborative research projects with their Faculty Associate and/or other Faculty members that lead to at least one co-authored publication within one year upon completion of the fellowship. They are required to submit a completion report to the Faculty Office within 3 months after the completion of the visit. Publication information should be shared with the Faculty Office in a timely manner.
Actively participate in all arranged activities, network with faculty and students, and seek out additional opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange.
While you would be titled as a “Global South Fellow” within the Faculty, you would be offered a visiting professorship appointment at a grade equivalent to your current position in your own institution.
Yes, you will need an appropriate visa to stay and work in Hong Kong. The Faculty Office will provide guidance in the visa application.
While you can bring family members, the fellowship’s remuneration package only covers your expenses. Additional costs need to be covered out of your own pocket. Your family members may also be required to apply for a visa/entry permit as per the immigration requirements set out by the Immigration Department. Please refer to their website for further details.
The per-diem allowances are typically disbursed on a monthly basis, directly to the fellow’s bank account via telegraphic transfer (TT).
Here is the list of serviced apartments near the University and the Central-Sheung Wan neighbourhood. The list includes essential information such as location, service package and room rates. The serviced apartment may also charge a deposit. You should always read the terms and conditions thoroughly before you rent so and refer to the serviced apartments’ websites for the latest offers.
Other options may include short-stay packages with hotels. While the per-diem allowance includes accommodation costs and fellows are expected to make their own arrangements, you may reach out to the host Department/Centre/Hub for advice regarding locations, transportation, and so on, to facilitate your preparation for the visit.
Yes, fellows will have access to university facilities, including IT services, libraries and computer labs, as needed for their projects. Additionally, they will be offered with a shared office space as arranged by the Faculty or the host Department/Centre/Hub.