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Government Scholarship Scheme (SPSS)

Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS)

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Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS) for Students of
Full-time Locally Accredited Degree Programmes Only

 

The Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS), set up by the HKSAR Government, offers scholarships and awards to give recognition not only to students with outstanding academic performances, but also those with achievements and talents in other non-academic fields.

 

There are three types of scholarships/awards established under the Scheme at CityU SCOPE for eligible students pursuing full-time locally accredited degree programmes. The three types of scholarships/awards are:

 

  • Outstanding Performance Scholarship (OPS)
  • Talent Development Scholarship (TDS)
  • Reaching Out Award (ROA)

 

The Outstanding Performance Scholarship (OPS) aims to give recognition to the performance of outstanding students. Students will be selected for nomination for the scholarships based on academic performance; leadership and communication skills; contribution to the University and strong commitment to the Hong Kong community; or with outstanding non-academic achievements such as awards/recognitions in international/territory-wide competitions/events.

 

The Talent Development Scholarship (TDS) aims to give recognition to students who have demonstrated achievements or talent in non-academic areas and provide support for these students to further develop their talent and potential. Students will be selected for nomination for the scholarships based on their demonstrated talent or potential in either one of the following five areas of talents:

 

1. Sports and Games;
2. Music and Performing Arts;
3. Culture, Arts and Design;
4. Innovation; or
5. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

 

The Reaching Out Award (ROA) aims to support meritorious students to participate in learning, internship or service programmes, as well as national, regional and international events and competitions that are conducted outside Hong Kong and organized/endorsed by institutions.

 

 

The Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS), funded by the HKSAR Government for the academic year 2024/25 is now open for application.

 

Eligibility
  • Full-time Year 3 students enrolled in the following locally accredited 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree Programmes are eligible to apply for the Scheme subject to the fulfilment of specific entry criteria for each scholarship/award.

3-Year Bachelor's Degree Programme (Full-time Students of 2022 Cohort)

  1. BA (Hons) Applied Social Science, Sheffield Hallam University
  2. BA (Hons) Business Management, De Montfort University
  3. BSc (Hons) Information Technology for Business, Coventry University

 

Entry Criteria

Each student can choose only ONE scholarship in the application.

Scholarship/Award Scholarship Amount Entry criteria
Outstanding Performance Scholarship (OPS) HK$40,000
  • Have outstanding academic results:
    • For Year 3 Full-time 3-Year Degree students
      Average marks ≥60% in the first two years of study
  • With other outstanding non-academic achievements;
  • Able to demonstrate leadership and good communication skills;
  • Have valuable contribution to the institution/community; and/or
  • Have a strong commitment to the Hong Kong community; or
  • With outstanding non-academic achievements such as awards/recognitions in international/territory-wide competitions/events.
 

Remarks: Students may apply for the OPS more than once throughout their studies of the relevant programme. The priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received any awards/the same award under SPSS.
Talent Development Scholarship (TDS) HK$10,000
  • Have satisfactory academic results:
    • For Year 3 Full-time 3-Year Degree students
      Average marks ≥50% in the first two years of study
  • Able to demonstrate track records in the past 3 years (on or after 1 Sept 2021) of active participation in at least one of the following areas:
    • Sports and Games;
    • Music and Performing Arts;
    • Culture, Arts and Design;
    • Innovation; or
    • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
  • Receive awards in territory-wide, national or regional competitions/performances;
  • Represent institution or relevant association in such competitions/performances; or
  • Have good recommendation/assessment by the institution or relevant organization on the capability or talent.

Remarks: Students may apply for the TDS more than once throughout their studies of the relevant programme. The priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received any awards/the same award under SPSS.
Reaching Out Award (ROA) HK$10,000
  • Have outstanding academic results:
    • For Year 3 Full-time 3-Year Degree students
      Average marks ≥60% in the first two years of study
  • Applicants should:
    • submit a proposal with details of the activity and budget, or
    • submit leaflet if study programme is organized by a third party, and 
    • submit a reflection report within one month after the activity.
  • The proposed activity should be:
    • conducted outside Hong Kong, for the purpose of broadening exposure and enhancing communication skills (e.g. activities related to internship, placement, language course, service programme and study trip etc.)
    • arranged within 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2026. 

Remarks: Students may apply for the ROA only once throughout their studies of the relevant programme.

Application Deadline

Interested students should submit their applications by 25 November 2024 via email "sdu@scope.edu".

 

Selection Mechanism

 

The Selection Panel, formed by the Student Development Unit (SDU), will shortlist applicants based on a competitive evaluation process. Priority will be given to applicants who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance, as well as noteworthy non-academic accomplishments.

EDB will make a final decision to the School's recommended nominations.

 

 
Use of Your Personal Information

All information collected will only be used for the application and selection processes of the Scheme.

 
Enquiry
Phone: (852) 3442 2110 / 3442 5750 /3442 7347
Email: sdu@scope.edu