The Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme (HKSES) is now open for applications from eligible Hong Kong students who intend to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies at world-renowned universities outside Hong Kong starting from the 2026/27 academic year.BackgroundAs a merit-based scheme targeting the most outstanding Hong Kong students, the HKSES seeks to cultivate a cadre of brilliant young achievers with a sense of social responsibility and national identity, an affection for Hong Kong and an international perspective, who will return home after receiving a world-class education supported by the scholarship to enrich Hong Kong's talent pool and competitiveness in the long run. Selection will be based on candidates' academic achievements and other attributes such as leadership qualities and potential as well as their contributions and commitment to society. Awardees are required to complete their specific study programmes and undertake to return to Hong Kong upon graduation to work for at least two years or a period equivalent to the duration of the scholarship received, whichever is longer.EligibilityTo be eligible for the HKSES, applicants are required to meet the following two criteria –(i) have right of abode or right to land, or have entered Hong Kong on One-way Permits; and(ii) have resided in Hong Kong continuously for three complete years immediately prior to the commencement of the academic programme outside Hong Kong.In other words, students entering Hong Kong on student or dependant visas will not be eligible for the HKSES. Besides, if an applicant is engaged in full-time education or employment outside Hong Kong anytime during the three-year period immediately prior to the commencement of the academic programme outside Hong Kong, he/she will not be considered as having met the residency requirement set out in (ii) above.For undergraduate programmes, only students receiving/received their formal school education in Hong Kong are eligible. This would cover all Hong Kong students who receive/received senior secondary education in Hong Kong, including those studying/studied local (e.g. Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education) and non-local (e.g. International Baccalaureate) curricula in Hong Kong.For postgraduate programmes which may cover those of master’s and doctoral degrees or equivalent levels, students who have obtained their undergraduate qualifications either in or outside Hong Kong are eligible, provided that they meet the criteria set out in (i) & (ii) above.Scholarship and BursaryAwardees will receive a non-means-tested scholarship to cover their tuition fees, subject to a ceiling of $300,000 per annum. In addition, the HKSES will provide additional support to financially needy awardees during their studies. Awardees who have passed the means test will receive a bursary of up to $200,000 per student per annum to cover their living and study-related expenses. The value of the award will be correspondingly reduced if an awardee also receives other awards, both locally and abroad, or assistance to finance his or her same studies overseas.Other SupportApart from the monetary scholarship, the value of the HKSES also lies in its prestige and recognition as well as other non-monetary benefits. Awardees will receive a series of support and mentorship services to be rendered by the Government and other sectors of the community.Application DeadlineEligible students who intend to apply for the HKSES 2026/27 are welcome to submit their applications through the online application system on or before December 31, 2025 (6pm).請參閱教育局的香港卓越獎學金計劃網站了解更多。

The Education Bureau launched the Diploma of Applied Education (DAE) Programme in the 2023/24 academic year in place of Diploma Yi Jin programme to provide an alternative pathway for secondary 6 school leavers as well as adult learners to obtain a formal qualification for the purposes of employment and further study. The curriculum design and content of the new programme have been optimised and incorporated a large number of Vocational and Professional Education and Training (VPET) elements, aiming to help students articulate to the VPET programmes and strengthen their employability.
Target StudentsThe target students of the DAE programme are Secondary 6 school leavers or adult learners aged 21 or above.Institutions Offering the ProgrammeThe DAE programme is run by the following member institutions of the Federation for Self-financing Tertiary Education:Lingnan Institute of Further EducationSchool of Continuing Education, Hong Kong Baptist UniversityHong Kong Institute of TechnologyHong Kong Metropolitan University, Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education Hong Kong College of TechnologyCaritas Institute of Community EducationUOW College Hong Kong Application MethodFull-time Programme: Admissions are usually conducted in phases. Applications to be submitted via the online application system.Part-time Programme: Part-time students are directly admitted by provider institutions. Interested persons may apply directly to the institutions providing part-time Programme.Click here for more information.Tuition Fee ReimbursementDAE tuition fee reimbursement provides students with financial assistance in the form of tuition fee reimbursement. Students who fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria can obtain 30%, 50% or 100% reimbursement of the actual tuition fees paid after the end of each school year. Click here for more information on tuition fee and other financial assistance arrangement.Sources and Useful LinksEducation Bureau - DAE ProgrammeFederation for Self-financing Tertiary Education's websiteDiploma of Applied Education's website (Chinese only)Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency - DAE Tuition Fee Reimbursement

The Meaning of WorkWork holds different meanings and values for each individual, but one thing is certain: beyond making a living, there are other important factors that drive us to work hard. To find a job that suits you, you must understand the value of work, recognise your career orientation, and gain insight into the world of work.Life Planning InformationNext up: should I work or further study? Life Planning Information Website of the Education Bureau provides detailed information about both options and will help you make the right decision.Support Services on Employment and Self-employmentIf you decide to join the workforce, you may be puzzled or come across certain dilemmas. You can visit the "Youth Employment Start" for more personal advisory and support services on employment and self-employment. Available services include Career Assessment, Mock Interview Workshop, as well as free business workstation and design corner for young entrepreneurs. You can now try the on-line simplified version of the Career Assessment, as well as register on-line as a preliminary member, apply for activities and make reservation on part of the services of "Youth Employment Start".

The release of DSE results is approaching, and it's normal to feel a bit anxious. To help ease your worries, we have prepared some useful information about further studies. We wish you can start the planning and preparation earlier; so that once the results are out, you will know exactly what steps to take next.Study Locally01 | Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS)Information about JUPAS, like Important Notices, Useful Materials, as well as Admission Requirements of JUPAS Participating-institutions can be found from the JUPAS section of the "Designated Webpage for Secondary 6 Students" prepared by the Education Bureau. This resource aims to help students plan their future academic paths, covering the Joint University Programmes Admissions System (JUPAS) and the Study Subsidy Scheme for Designated Professions/Sectors (SSSDP), which allocates bachelor's degree places through JUPAS.In addition, many universities has been introducing a more flexible admissions arrangement so that HKDSE candidates who perform below par in one subject will still have an opportunity for further studies. For more details, students can refer to the JUPAS section’s admission requirements for participating universities and read an article by Hok Yau Club titled "Four Must-Know Facts About Flexible Admissions: Who Benefits the Most?" (Chinese only).02 | Programmes not covered by the JUPASTo further assist students in programme selection and application, apart from locally-accredited self-financing post-secondary programmes, Information Portal for Accredited Post-secondary Programmes (iPASS) will also provide information on all locally accredited full-time higher diploma, associate degree and first degree programmes not covered by the JUPAS. These will include publicly-funded sub-degree programmes offered by the Vocational Training Council and publicly-funded degree programmes offered by the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. Current HKDSE candidates may use the Electronic Advance Application System for Post-secondary Programmes (E-APP) to lodge advance applications for full-time locally-accredited post-secondary programmes not covered by the JUPAS.Study in the Mainland and OverseasIn recent years, more and more Hong Kong students are interested in having their further studies in the Mainland or overseas. Here are some tips -01 | Study in the MainlandThere are three major channels to apply for the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes provided by the higher education institutions in the Mainland:1. Scheme for Admission of Hong Kong Students to Mainland Higher Education InstitutionsMainland universities participating in the scheme admit Hong Kong students based on their HKDSE results, exempting them from taking the Joint Entrance Examination for Mainland Institutions. For the latest updates and details on the Admission Scheme, please visit the Education Bureau's website.2.  National Education Exams Authority, People's Republic of China Joint Entrance Exam for Universities in PRC (Joint Entrance Examination for Mainland Institutions)The Joint Entrance Examination for Mainland Institutions is held around May in Hong Kong every year. Over 400 Mainland higher education institutions participate in it, and candidates are required to sit for the examination for five subjects, including Chinese, English, Mathematics, Physics / History, Chemistry / Geography. For further details, please refer to the latest announcements from The Education Examinations Authority of Guangdong Province (Chinese version only) and the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (Chinese version only).3.  Independent admissions by individual Mainland higher education institutionsThe Ministry of Education has granted the approval for individual Mainland higher education institutions (including Peking University, Tsinghua University, Jinan University, Huaqiao University, Fudan University and Shenzhen University) to conduct direct student recruitment in Hong Kong. Candidates can enquire with the concerned Mainland higher education institutions direct.02 | Study AbroadThere is a large number of overseas institutions and programmes, yet it is important for students to make the best choices for their future studies and plans.Before deciding to study abroad, students should carefully consider the following factors:Local education or overseas education?How to choose the study abroad destination?How to choose the course for studying abroad?What should be noted before applying?For more details, students can refer to the Hok Yau Club's article “Study Abroad Exploration │ Four Questions About Overseas Education! A Visual Guide to Help You Decide”(Chinese version only).If you wish to learn more details about the application method, visa application, general information about study overseas, recognition of non-local qualifications, etc., please refer to "Non-Local Further Studies"  of the Education Bureau.Source:Education Bureau - "Designated Webpage for Secondary 6 Students"Education Bureau - Life Planning Information WebsiteConcourse for Self-financing Post-secondary EducationHok Yau Club (Chinese version only)