Distinguished Master Accomplished student Mentorship Program
Introduction
Nurturing the next generation of talent is essential to sustaining Hong Kong’s momentum and continued success in innovation and technology. To this end, The Hong Kong Academy of Sciences (ASHK), in collaboration with the Hong Kong Academy of Engineering (HKAE), the Hong Kong Institution of Science (HKIS), and the Hong Kong Young Academy of Sciences (YASHK), will launch the eighth cohort of the “Distinguished Master, Accomplished Students” Mentorship Programme in 2026, building on the achievements of the previous seven cohorts. This eighth cycle of the Programme will run from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.
The Programme aims to broaden Hong Kong students’ exposure to the latest scientific and technological developments and to cultivate future leaders through meaningful interaction and experience sharing with seasoned professionals. Throughout the one-year mentorship, mentors will inspire students by sharing real-world insights and industry knowledge, offering guidance to help students unlock and realise their full potential.
Eighth Round (2026 Cohort)
Programme Brief
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MATCHING OF MENTEES WITH MENTORS
In collaboration with the Hong Kong Subsidized Secondary Schools Council, the Hong Kong Direct Subsidy Scheme Schools Council, and the Association of Principals of Government Secondary Schools, and with the support of the Innovation and Technology Commission, a group of 100 local high school students will be admitted to the Programme. They will be paired with 50 renowned scientists and engineers from ASHK, HKAE, HKIS and YASHK, who will serve as volunteer mentors.
seventh Round (2025 Cohort)
Programme Brief
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MATCHING OF MENTEES WITH MENTORS
In collaboration with the Hong Kong Subsidized Secondary Schools Council, the Hong Kong Direct Subsidy Scheme Schools Council, and the Association of Principals of Government Secondary Schools, as well as the support of the Innovation and Technology Commission, a group of 109 local high school students have been admitted to the Programme. They have been matched with 53 renowned scientists and engineers from ASHK, HKAE, HKIS and YASHK, who will serve as volunteer mentors.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME BRIEFING SESSION
The Mentorship Programme Briefing Session took place at 11pm on 8 March 2025 (Saturday) via Zoom. This session aims to provide mentees with essential information about the Programme and valuable advice on effectively interacting with their mentors.
Briefing sLIDES FOR mENTEES
Download the Briefing Slides for Mentees (pdf - 4.6 MB)