To recognize the outstanding academic performance of students taking sub-degree or above-level programmes, the HKSAR Government Scholarships have been awarded annually since 2008–09. This academic year, a total of 149 CUHK undergraduate and postgraduate students received the scholarships. Another 308 students were bestowed the Talent Development Scholarship (TDS) and the Reaching Out Award (ROA). Set up in 2012–13, the TDS is offered to students who have achieved and demonstrated talent in sports and games; music and performing arts; culture, arts and design; or innovation, science and technology. The ROA, on the other hand, supports students to participate in overseas learning, internship, service programmes or competitions.