1. About the Program
The Postgraduate Program for Chinese Government Scholarship is designed to identify and support international students who demonstrate excellent academic achievements, exceptional professional strength, and the potential to pursue master's and doctoral degrees in China.
2. Program Types
English taught master's and doctoral programs.
The doctoral programs taught in English are listed below:
https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2024/1008/c14686a289622/page.htm
The master's programs taught in English are listed below:
https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2024/1008/c14686a289620/page.htm
3. Scholarship
The Chinese Government Scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance.
4. Eligibility
(1) Applicants must be a citizen of a country other than the People's Republic of China, and be in good health both mentally and physically.
(2)Applicants must be a bachelor’s degree holder under the age of 35 when applying for master’s programs and be a master’s degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for doctoral programs.
5. Application Period and Procedure
(1) Before February 20, 2025, applicants should log in to the Hohai University online application system at http://admission.hhu.edu.cn/ to register an account, fill in the information, upload the relevant application materials, and pay the 400RMB application fee, which is not refunded regardless the applicant is admitted or not.
(2) Before February 28, 2025, International School will conduct an initial review.
(3) Before March 7, 2025,the respective Colleges/Schools will review the submitted materials, including a comprehensive evaluation of applicants' academic achievements, research capabilities, and development potential. This evaluation will determine the list of recommended candidates.
(4) Before March 14, 2025, International School will organize the experts to conduct an online interview and finalize the list of recommended candidates.
(5) Before March 21, 2025, the university will issue a pre-admission notice to the recommended candidates.
(6) Before March 28, 2025, therecommended candidates are required to complete the China Scholarship Council online application at http://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/ (Type B, Agency Number: 10294).
(7) The China Scholarship Council will organize assessments to evaluate qualifications and make determinations accordingly.
(8) Based on the evaluation results from the China Scholarship Council, the University will notify applicants of their admission status and subsequently prepare formal Admission Notices, "Confirmation Form for Study in China (JW201)", and other essential materials.
6. Application Documents
(1) Copy of Passport Home Page. If the validity of the applicant’s current passport does not meet the requirement (meaning the passport expires before September 2025);
please apply for a new passport before submitting the application;
(2) Notarized highest diploma. Prospective diploma winners must submit official proof of student status by their current school. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations;
(3) Academic transcripts (from the undergraduate program onwards). Copies of academic records from first to last semester during the undergraduate, graduate (if any), and doctoral programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university’s academic affairs office, graduate school, orstudent management department. They can be in Chinese or English, but must be attached with notarized English translations if they are in foreign languages other than English;
(4) Language qualification certificates. Non-English native speakers shall provide English language proficiency certificates, like IELTS or TOFEL report;
(5) A study plan proposal. A study planin English or in Chinese should include the academic background, study and work experiences, and focus on research plans during graduate studies. About 1500 words for master's applicant and 3000 words for PhD applicant, the proposal of a doctoral student shall be signed by the applicant’s Chinese supervisor. Template for reference to download https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2024/1012/c14691a289775/page.htm;
(6) Recommendation letters. Two letters of recommendation (written only in Chinese or English) from professors or associate professors shall be submittedwith the references' signatures and personal contact information. These letters shall describe the applicant’s objectives of learning in China, comprehensive abilities, and evaluation of future growth, as well as the cooperation between the supervisors or the exchange between universities both in China and abroad, Template for reference to download https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2024/1012/c14691a289776/page.htm;
(7) A photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form completed in English (the original copy shall be kept by the applicant). The form is designed by the Chinese quarantine authority and can be obtained from the dispatching authority. The physical examinations must cover all the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete records or those without the signature of the attending physician, the official stamp of the hospital, or a sealed photograph of the applicants are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take a physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.Template for reference to download https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2021/0322/c14691a220524/page.htm;
(8) Non-criminal record report. The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application;
(9) Curriculum vitae. Consecutive study experiences since undergraduate. Full study experience is required for those who have studied in China;
(10) Scanned copies of the China related visa and residence permit, including all the study experiences (Upload your passport instead if there isn't any);
(11) Catalogue and abstract of published papers if there is any;
(12)Signed personal commitment. Template for reference to download https://ie.hhu.edu.cn/2024/1017/c14691a290035/page.htm.
(1) Uploaded supporting documents must be clear, authentic and valid. Applicants are recommended to use a professional device to scan the relevant documents. Applicants shall bear the consequences caused by unclear or unidentifiable uploaded materials.
(2) Applicants should ensure the telephone number on the application form is reachable and the email address is correct. If the documents are incomplete, the University reserves the right to request additional supplementary materials from the applicant.
7. Contacts
International School, Hohai University
Add: No.1, Xikang Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
Zip Code: 210098
Tel: +86 25 83787955
Email: admission@hhu.edu.cn
Website: http://hhis.hhu.edu.cn, http://ie.hhu.edu.cn
Note:
If there is any change, please refer to the final interpretation of the International School of Hohai University.
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International School of Hohai University
November 11, 2024