Delta X Tech Immersion Fellowship


A new initiative for 2025
students admitted to MSc(CompSc), MSc(ECom&IComp) and MDASC

The Delta X Tech Immersion Fellowship, offered by the School of Computing and Data Science (CDS) of HKU, provides students in our MSc(CompSc), MSc(ECom&IComp), and MDASC programmes a unique opportunity to study at the HKU-CDS Shanghai Teaching and Research Site in Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong. Immersed in Shanghai’s vibrant tech scene, fellows will gain hands-on industry experience while working alongside leading innovators.

Distinctive Benefits

Fellowship Reward Package

  • Allowance of $10,000 for one half-semester, or $20,000 for a full semester
  • Complimentary student residences

Shanghai-Exclusive Course Offerings

  • Gain access to cutting-edge courses in Web3 and AI, offered only in Shanghai. These specialized subjects, taught by HKU’s professors and visiting professors from top-notch universities in US & UK, provide unique insights into the latest advancements in these transformative fields.

Industry Networking & Exposure

  • Immerse yourself in Shanghai’s tech ecosystem through curated company visits, tech talks, and career fairs connecting you with leading R&D labs, startups, and multinational firms.

Hands-On Internship Experience

  • Apply your learning through a structured internship with Shanghai’s top tech organizations, gaining real-world experience alongside industry professionals.

Capstone Project with Industry Impact

  • Solve pressing industry challenges through an applied capstone project that bridges academic rigor with practical innovation.

Why Choose the Delta X Fellowship?

This fellowship is more than an academic opportunity—it is a transformative experience that equips you with the skills, networks, and insights to excel in the global technology landscape. Whether you aspire to advance in research, entrepreneurship, or industry leadership, the Delta X Tech Immersion Fellowship provides the platform to achieve your goals.

Participating Companies & Organizations for Internship

We are excited to share that a total of 20 companies and institutions have committed to offering over 500 internship opportunities exclusively for Fellowship recipients. The list continues to grow as more organizations join this valuable initiative.

  • Academy for Clinical Innovation and Translation of Shanghai 上海临床创新转化研究院
  • Ant Group 蚂蚁集团
  • ByteDance 字节跳动
  • China Great Wall Securities 长城证券
  • China Telecom (TeleAI) 中国电信人工智能研究院
  • GF Fund Management Co., Ltd 广发基金
  • GL Ventures 高瓴创投
  • Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd 华为
  • Manycore Tech 群核科技
  • Meituan 美团
  • National Integrated Circuit Innovation Center 国家集成电路创新中心
  • ONERWAY
  • SenseTime 商汤
  • Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology 中科院微系统所
  • Shanghai Jiao Tong University 上海交通大学
  • Sinolink Securities Co., Ltd 国金证券
  • StepFun 阶跃星辰
  • Tencent 腾讯
  • Tsinghua University 清华大学
  • Xiaohongshu 小红书

HKU-CDS Teaching and Research Site @ Shanghai Zhangjiang

 

Master Student Residences

 

Application

To facilitate earlier engagement between students and these organizations following confirmation of Fellowship status, we established Phase 1 and Phase 2 application periods. Students please check email for application details.
Phase 1 Application Deadline - August 19, 2025

Phase 2 Application Deadline - August 31, 2025

Late applications will still be considered.

For more details, contact us at cdsmsc@hku.hk

 

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