About the Program
Since 2018, the Ministry of Water Resources and the Ministry of Education, China have jointly implemented the “Chinese Government Scholarship on Senior Water Conservancy Professionals” to select government officials responsible for water conservancy policy, project management, and river basin planning and governance, young experts in water engineering related fields from scientific research institutions, and engineers of water conservancy enterprises to pursue their master’s degree in China at Hohai University. More than 100 candidates from Belt and Road countries have learned advanced experience and technologies in China's water resources management, water conservancy project construction, and other fields, and have participated in extensive cultural exchange activities.
About Hohai University
Established in 1915, Hohai University is one of the earliest higher education institutions in China. Located in Nanjing, China, the University has developed into a leading comprehensive university covering engineering, natural sciences, economics and management, and social sciences. Hohai University is one of the 75 state key universities directly governed by the Ministry of Education of China and one of the 56 Chinese universities with graduate schools. The University is very strong in engineering, particularly in Water Resources Engineering and Environmental Science and Engineering, which are on the China Double World Class Program and rank the first and the eighth nationwide among all Chinese universities. The disciplines of Engineering, Environment/Ecology, Computer Science, Materials Science, Agricultural Science, Earth Science, Chemistry, and Social Sciences at Hohai rank top 1% on ESI.
Hohai University has 20 colleges and schools in 3 campuses, offering 63 bachelor programs, 205 master programs, and 66 PhD programs.
The University has a total student population of more than 50,000, including 20,000 undergraduate students, 11,000 master students and over 3,300 PhD students. The University has over 3,000 faculty members, including over 1,700 full professors and associate professors. Our faculty and researchers have been heavily involved in the design and construction of some of the worldwide known hydraulic engineering projects in the world, such as the Yangtze River Three Gorges Dam Project and the Grand South-to-North Water Transfer Project. As a research university, Hohai has over 30 research institutions, including two state-level research institutions, namely the State Key Lab of Hydrology-Water Resources and Hydraulic Engineering and the State Engineering Research Center of Efficient Utilization of Water Resources. The University also set up an International Joint Lab on Global Change and Water Cycle in partnership with University of California Los Angeles, TUDelft, University of Waterloo, and Desert Research Institute.
Hohai University considers globalization one of the key strategies for our development. The University has intensive international collaboration with our global partners, including TUDelft in the Netherlands, University of California Los Angeles, Georgia Institute of Technology, Arizona University in USA, University of Lille in France, University of British Columbia and University of Waterloo in Canada, and Western Australia and University of Queensland in Australia. The collaboration includes joint degree programs, joint research studies, and student and faculty exchange programs. The University has about 1,300 international students coming from more than 100 countries.
Diploma, Graduation and Degree Awarding
The standard master’s length of schooling is set to 3 years (no less than 2 years& no more than 5 years).
Those who have completed all courses stipulated in the academic plan and passed all the exams and thesis defense shall be awarded the graduate diploma. Those who pass the degree examination shall be awarded the corresponding academic degree. According to the relevant regulations of Ministry of Education, China, graduate students taught in English should reach level 3 of <Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages>.
Application Requirements
The applicant should have a relevant bachelor’s degree with the applied major or above, under age 35 (born after Sep. 1st, 1987), be healthy physically and mentally, abide by Chinese laws and regulations, respect Chinese traditions and customs.
Majors
Hydrology and Water Resources
Hydraulics and River Dynamics
Hydraulic Structure Engineering
Water Conservancy &Hydropower Engineering
Harbor, Coastal and Offshore Engineering
Civil Engineering
Environmental Science and Engineering
Public Administration
Resettlement Science and Engineering
Application Documents
1. Scanned copy of the passport (Valid after Aug.30, 2023);
2. Scanned copies of all the original diplomas and degrees starting from undergraduate (Chinese or English version); Those to be graduated should provide the proof of graduation from current school.
3. Scanned copies of the original transcripts with all the courses starting from the undergraduate (Chinese or English version);
4. Curriculum vitae (Consecutive study experiences since undergraduate. Full study experience is required for those who have studied in China);
5. A personal statement or study plan, at least 800 words;
6. English language proficiency certificate (For applicants from non-English speaking countries, TOEFL, IELTS or other proof of their English proficiency is required);
7.Two recommendation letters from the head of the applicant’s current working or studying institute;
8. Foreigner Physical Examination Form (see Attachment 1). The applicant should conduct the examination strictly according to the list. The result is valid for 6 months.
9. Non-criminal record;
10. Signed personal commitment (see Attachment 2);
Application Time and Procedures
Time: Jan.15-May 15, 2022.
1. Complete Chinese Government Scholarship online application via http://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn (Agency number:10294, type: B).
2. Complete Hohai University online application via http://admission.hhu.edu.cn
3. Pay the application fee 400RMB.
Scholarship
The scholarship consists of tuition, accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance and living allowance 3000RMB/month, international airfare not included.
Admission and Announcement
The university will comprehensively evaluate the applicant's educational background, academic performance, school performance, research ability and development potential, etc. and organize an interview to select the best. The final result subjects to the approval of the Ministry of Education of China.
The university will send the admission notice, visa application form for study in China (Form JW201) and other materials to the applicants upon the approval.If any adjustment is made due to the pandemic, subsequent arrangements of the university shall be notified.
Dormitory
The students will live on Jiangning campus. There’re 3 single rooms in one apartment. The facilities include the bed, desk, closet, chair, hot water, internet access, toilet and public laundry room.
Visa Application and Registration
Those who’re enrolled shall submit ordinary passport, the admission notice, visa application form for study in China (Form JW201), physical report and blood test report to local Chinese Embassy or Consulate to apply for a student visa (X1) to China. The applicant shall bring all the above materials and register at International School of Hohai University within the appointed time on the admission notice.Those who have provided proof of pre-graduation at the time of application but fail to obtain the corresponding degree before Sep. 2022 will be disqualified for registration.
In case of irresistible force, like the pandemic, the time and method of registration shall be subject to official notices or emails.
Contacts
International School, Hohai University
Add: No.1, Xikang Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
Zip Code: 210098
Tel: +86 25 83787955
Fax: +86 25 83787981
Email: admission@hhu.edu.cn
Website: http://ie.hhu.edu.cn
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Foreigner Physical Examination Form.pdf
