Visiting Scholar Scheme in Modern China Studies 2026 – Online Application Form


The Institute of Chinese Studies at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) invites scholars in the field of modern and contemporary Chinese studies to visit and conduct research at CUHK for a period of two to three months during the academic year (i.e. September to December or January to April). The visiting scheme allows scholars from various academic disciplines to engage in independent research projects pertaining to modern China studies. Scholars will have access to a wide range of archival resources on modern and contemporary China collected by the CUHK Library.

Eligibility
Scholars with a full-time position at a recognised academic institution are eligible for this scheme.

Benefits
Airfare to and from the home institution (economy class), on-campus accommodation and office, and a monthly stipend of HK$12,000 will be provdied.

Scheme Requirements
Visiting scholars supported by this scheme are expected to deliver a talk/lecture during the stay. They are expected to publish a research paper within a year with acknowledgments of this visiting scheme at ICS.

Deadline for Application
30 April 2025

Announcement of Result
30 May 2025

Enquiries
ics-programmes@cuhk.edu.hk