The intent of this scholarship is to promote studies on the SAR in order to "attract more scholars to develop studies and research on the history and culture of Macau", "strengthen work in academic and cultural areas, creating new opportunities for population and in particular for young people, so as to give the best to know the history and culture of Macau ". It is intended first and foremost "to grow the population's sense of belonging, in order to showcase Macau as a cultural city." The FM, thus, is intended to expand the scholarships to new students who excel in other areas of study, especially in areas that have more interest for the development of Macau.
Students must be interested in an eligible course, and must excel in other areas of study, especially in areas that have more interest for the development of Macau.