FUNDING SUPPORT

Subsidy Scheme for Student Learning Activities in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

About the Scheme

To encourage local undergraduate students to gain more learning experience in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and promote a culturally and geographically diverse and inclusive learning environment, the University Grants Committee has provided subsidies to support students' outbound learning activities in the GBA.

Amount of Subsidy

HK$6,000

Eligibility

Local students enrolled in full-time undergraduate programmes (for final-year students, please contact your home Faculty to confirm that your student status will be valid throughout the internship period).

Applicants participating in paid/ unpaid internships, including practicum, organized/ coordinated by HKU Faculty/Department/Unit taking place between May 1, 2024 and August 31, 2024, for a minimum duration of 4 weeks on full-time basis, in the GBA* except Hong Kong.

*The Greater Bay Area consists of Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen, Huizhou, Zhaoqing, Hong Kong and Macao.

Application Procedures

Students should complete applications online with the following documents at least 2 weeks before commencement of the internships for pre-approval:
- Confirmation of internship showing your full name, internship period and company name (e.g. internship offer email, letter of acceptance, etc.)
- Confirmation from your home Faculty regarding the validity of student status throughout the internship period (for final-year students only)
- Internship itinerary

Application link: https://hku.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4UFvpezX6I80Efk

Results will be released within 2 weeks upon receipt of the completed application.

Upon completion of the internship, students are required to submit an internship report, including the following documents, within 1 month:
- Proof of your participation in the internships showing your full name, internship period and company name (e.g. certificate from the company, etc.)
- Sharing in English (at least 300 words)
- 5 photos showing your learning and living experience during the internship

Timeline

Remarks

Late submissions or incomplete applications will NOT be entertained.

Enquiries

For further information, please contact Mainland Affairs Office at caocvf@hku.hk.