2014 Business School International Undergraduate Scholarships at University of Hull in UK

University of Hull is offering China SQA HND scholarships and international scholarships in the UK. These scholarships are offered for undergraduate level. China SQA HND scholarships of £2,500 are available to SQA HND final year entry students who have achieved an IELTS 6.5 and overall A grade in their end graded units. International Undergraduate scholarships are of £5,000 and available to outstanding academic achievers joining the school at Level 4 or 5 (Years 1 and 2). Applications must reach before the deadline of 15 July 2014 for entry in September 2014. 
About Scholarship: Hull University Business School is a leading UK business school dedicated to the development of responsible leadership for a complex world. The school is committed to achieving the very highest standards, highlighted in our multiple industry accreditations as well as our independent international accreditations such as AACSB, held by less than 5% of the world’s 13,000 business programmes. This places us in a select group of UK business schools, assures students of our commitment to providing an outstanding experience and further enhances the value of their degree in the global employment market. Scholarships of £2,500 are available to SQA HND final year entry students that have achieved an IELTS 6.5 and overall a grade in their end graded units. There are 10 scholarships of £5,000 available to outstanding academic achievers joining the school at Level 4 or 5 (Years 1 and 2). All new international students not in receipt of a scholarship will automatically receive a £1,000 bursary.
Study: Scholarships are provided to learn any of the courses offered by the Business School at University of Hull in the UK. Course Level: The scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate degree level at University of Hull in the UK. Scholarship Provider: University of Hull, UK Scholarship can be taken at: UK 
Eligibility: (a) For China SQA HND Scholarships: Applicants who are considered as international students for tuition fee purposes.
-meet the grades described in the table opposite.
-have applied and received confirmation of an offer of study for direct entry to Level 6.
-are able to commence their studies in September 2014 are not in receipt of a bursary.
(b)For new international applicants:
-are considered as international students for tuition fee purposes.
-have applied and received an offer for either Level 4 or 5 entry(Years 1 and 2) into a Business School Bachelors degree.
-are able to commence their studies in September 2014.
-are not in receipt of a bursary. 
Scholarship Open for: International students can apply for these scholarships.
Number of awards: 10 scholarships will be offered. (For new international applicants at  Level 4 or 5 (Years 1 and 2)) 
Value: Scholarships of £2,500 are available to SQA HND final year entry students that have achieved an IELTS 6.5 and overall A grade in their end graded units. There are 10 scholarships of £5,000 available to outstanding academic achievers joining the school at Level 4 or 5 (Years 1 and 2). All new international students not in receipt of a scholarship will automatically receive a £1,000 bursary.
Notification: Successful applicants will be notified by 30th July 2014.
Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Deadline: The application deadline is 15th July 2014 for entry in September 2014.
Further Information: http://www2.hull.ac.uk/student/pdf/UG%20and%20SQA%20HND%20scholarships%202014.pdf

International Scholarship at Hangzhou Dianzi University - China

The Hangzhou Dianzi University (HDU) annually offers scholarships for students in any level of studies. The award amount of the scholarship award is different depends on the level of program. Please submit your application before: 30 June and 10 September every year.
Program Description
Hangzhou Dianzi University Scholarship for International Students (hereinafter referred to as HDUSIS) is established by Hangzhou Dianzi University (HDU) aiming to attract and encourage excellent international students to study at HDU.
This scholarship is offered to students studying major courses or Chinese language programs for more than 1 year, including the new students who have received the admission offer and those who are currently studying at the university.
Award Amount
The detail information of the scholarship can be seen at website link below.
Eligibility and Criteria
The Hangzhou Dianzi University scholarship is available to students pursuing their bachelor, master or doctoral degree, including the new students who have received the admission offer and those who are currently studying at the university.
Applicants' Citizenship
International students enrolled at the university.
Level and Area of Studies
Bachelor, Master and Doctoral in any field of studies offered by the university.
Application Procedure To apply this scholarship award please provide all the documents below:
1. Hangzhou Dianzi University International Student Scholarship Application Form
2. Highest diploma (notarized photocopy).
3. Academic performance Transcripts (notarized photocopy).
4. Photocopy of the applicant's passport.
5. Applicants applying for bachelor degree program are required to provide two letters of recommendation
6. HSK Certificate or other Chinese Language Test results (photocopy)
7. Photocopy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Submission Deadline
There are two deadline of the scholarship as follow:

• For current students, before June 30th; For prospective students: before September 10th.
• Applicants submit the application documents to the Office of the School of International Education (SIE) of Hangzhou Dianzi University by post, email or in person. Please make sure that the documents can be arrived before the deadline.

Contact Details
Detail information can be seen at: http://www.csc.edu.cn/laihua/newsdetailen.aspx?cid=83&id=148
Other Information
No additional information.
Website and Application Link http://www.csc.edu.cn/laihua/scholarshipdetailen.aspx?cid=106&id=3013

Scholarship for extraordinary personalities

General information:

Diversity enriches the educational landscape. Therefore, we want to provide students with unconventional curriculum vitas with the necessary support to fulfill their educational aspirations. The main focus is on the applicant’s personality and personal background rather than hard criteria like GPA or length of study. To apply for this scholarship, you have to show us how your extraordinary personality contributes to the diversity in the educational landscape:

• You have changed your field of study multiple times but have finally found your true calling?
• You are a long-term student and proud of it?
• You grew up in a commune but decided to study business administration?
• You came from China to Germany in order to study vitriculture?
• In your high-school diploma you had a D in mathematics but decided to study the subject nevertheless?
• You had to break down extraordinary barriers to reach your goals?

We are looking for people who are breaking with established stereotypes and have achieved or experienced the unusual. If you count yourself among this group then apply now. International as well as German students are equally encouraged to apply. 
The scholarship:
Supporting diversity is taken seriously by us. The scholarship recipient receives a monthly scholarship of 500 Euros during a 12-month period. This way you have more time left to fulfill your educational aspirations.
Who can Apply: There are no limitations of the country of origin. Students from all over the world can apply for this scholarship.
How to apply:

Apply now by sending us the attached application form and a short curriculum vitae at paradiesvogel@mawista.com
Selection process:

• Applications can be submitted online until the 15th of January 2014.
• Our jury selects five finalists untilthe 30th of January 2014.
• A winner will be chosen through public vote. The public vote will be held from the 1st until the 15th of February 2014.

More information: http://www.mawista.com/en/scholarship/

CAS Fellowship for Postdoctoral and Visiting Scholars from Developing Countries in China, 2013

Bureau of International Cooperation Chinese Academy of Sciences is offering CAS fellowship for postdoctoral and visiting scholars from Developing Countries to pursue research programme (Short-term Visiting and Postdoctoral fellowship) at CAS-affiliated research institutions (CAS institutes; USTC and UCAS). Proficiency in English and Chinese are required. The fellowship covers monthly and yearly stipend, living costs such as accommodation, food, local transportation and health insurance and airfare.
Study Subject(s): The fellowship is provided to study natural sciences. Course Level: This fellowship is for pursuing postdoctoral and visiting scholars fellowship at CAS-affiliated research institutions ( CAS institutes; USTC, and UCAS). Scholarship Provider: Bureau of International Cooperation Chinese Academy of Sciences. Scholarship can be taken at: China
Eligibility: Applicants for Postdoctoral Fellowship (Category B) must meet the following criteria:
• be nationals of a developing country (other than China)
• hold a PhD degree in a field of natural sciences;
• provide evidence of proficiency in English or Chinese
• have worked out a research proposal accepted by a research professor (or associate professor) at a CAS-affiliated institution who agrees to be the host
• Be strongly recommended by the host institution
• Agreeing to abide by the laws of the People’s Republic of China and the rules & regulations of the host institution Applicants for Short-term -Visiting Scholarship (Category A) must meet all of the above-mentioned criteria and, in the meantime, hold a regular research assignment with at least five years of postdoctoral research experience.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Students of developing countries ((Afghanistan, Gambia, Mozambique, Bangladesh, The Guinea, Myanmar, Benin, Guinea-Bisau, Nepal, Burkina Faso, Haiti, Niger, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Cambodia, Korea, Dem Rep., Sierra Leone, Central African Republic, Kyrgyz Republic, Somalia, Liberia, Tajikistan, Comoros, Madagascar, Tanzania, Malawi, Togo, Congo, Dem. Rep, Eritrea, Mali, Uganda, Ethiopia, Mauritania, Zimbabwe, Albania, Indonesia, Samoa, Armenia, India, São Tomé and Principe, Belize, Iraq, Senegal, Bhutan, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Bolivia, Kosovo, South Sudan, Cameroon, Lao PDR, Sri Lanka, Cape Verde, Lesotho, Sudan, Congo, Rep., Marshall Islands, Swaziland, Côte d’Ivoire, Micronesia, Fed. Sts., Syrian Arab Republic, Djibouti, Moldova, Timor-Leste, Egypt, Arab Rep., Mongolia, Tonga, El Salvador, Morocco, Ukraine, Fiji, Nicaragua, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Nigeria, Vanuatu, Ghana, Pakistan, Vietnam, Guatemala, Papua New Guinea, West Bank and Gaza, Guyana, Paraguay, Yemen, Rep., Honduras, Philippines, Zambia, Angola, Ecuador, Palau, Algeria, Gabon, Panama, American Samoa, Grenada, Peru, Antigua and Barbuda, Iran, Islamic Rep., Romania, Argentina, Jamaica, Russian Federation, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Serbia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Seychelles, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Latvia, South Africa, Botswana, Lebanon, St. Lucia, Brazil, Libya, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Suriname, Chile, Macedonia, FYR, Thailand, Malaysia, Tunisia, Colombia, Maldives, Turkey, Costa Rica, Mauritius, Turkmenistan, Cuba, Mexico, Tuvalu, Dominica, Montenegro and Uruguay) other than China can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: The Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Fellowship for Postdoctoral and Visiting Scholars from Developing Countries Programme is designed to enhance scientific cooperation between CAS-affiliated research institutions (Please see: and academic institutions in developing countries, enabling awardees to participate in the scientific research programs of the CAS-affiliated institutions or to conduct collaborative research projects agreed upon by a host institution of CAS.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Short-term Visiting Scholarship, tenable for 3-6 months, and Post-doctoral Fellowship, tenable for 2 years.
What does it cover?
-For Short-term Visiting Scholarship (Category A)
CAS will provide a monthly stipend of RMB 22,000 (pre-tax), which covers all living costs, such as accommodation, food, local transportation and health insurance in China.
-For Post-doctoral Fellowship (Category B)
CAS will provide a yearly stipend of RMB 150,000 (pre-tax), covering all living costs, such as accommodation, food, local transportation and health insurance in China.
-In addition, an economy-class round-trip international airfare (RMB 15,000 at the maximum) following the most direct route between the airport nearest to the awardee’s residence and that nearest to the host institution will be provided by the Programme through the host institution.
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply:
There are two approaches to submitting applications for the Fellowship:
-by a CAS-affiliated institution as the host of the applicant, or
-by an international strategic partner institution which has been identified by the Bureau of International Cooperation, CAS.
-Application Forms (see Attachment) must be completed and submitted in duplicates in English, along with a completed Recommendation Form completed, signed and sealed by the host institution of CAS) or a recommendation letter signed by the director of an identified international strategic partner institution. In the latter case, an official acceptance letter from the host institution affiliated with CAS is required.
-A copy of the applicant’s Curriculum Vita and photocopies of official documents certifying the education qualifications and awards (if any) of the applicant should be submitted as Appendixes to the Application Form.
-All applications should be mailed by post in sealed envelopes to the Bureau of International Cooperation, CAS.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 15 September.
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

International Scholarship of Confucius Institute in China

The Confucius Institute now offers the “Confucius Institute Scholarship” for international students, scholars and Chinese language teachers. The selected applicants will be granted full scholarship awards to fund master program in in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages?MTCSOL), Scholarship for Students of One-Academic-Year + MTCSOL, Scholarship for One-Academic-Year Students, and Scholarship for One-Semester Students in Chinese universities (hereinafter referred to as “host institutes”) or study in such majors as Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History and Chinese Philosophy.

Description
The scholarship program is purposed to support the development of Confucius Institutes, facilitate Chinese language promotion and Chinese cultural transmission in the world, cultivate qualified Chinese language teachers and talented students of Chinese language,  further, the institute launches the “Confucius Institute Scholarship” program to provide financial aid for students, scholars and Chinese language teachers worldwide to proceed to a Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (MTCSOL) in Chinese universities (hereinafter referred to as “host institutes”), or study in such majors as Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History and Chinese Philosophy. The category of scholarship of 2013 includes Scholarship for Students of Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages(MTCSOL), Scholarship for Students of One-Academic-Year + MTCSOL, Scholarship for One-Academic-Year Students, and Scholarship for One-Semester Students. Applicants shall be non-Chinese citizens in good health, aged between 16 and 35 (Chinese language teachers in post shall be aged below 45).

Benefits:
The successful candidates will be exempted from registration fees, tuition, fees for basic learning materials, accommodation fees on campus, and are provided with a one-off resettlement subsidy, monthly allowance, outpatient medical service and comprehensive insurance for foreign students studying in China. Monthly allowances are at the following rates (CNY Yuan per month):

• CNY 1,400 for One-Academic-Year Students and One-Semester Students.
• CNY 1,700 for Master’s Degree Students.

The one-off resettlement subsidy is CNY 1,500 for students who will study in China for one academic year or more; CNY 1,000 will be provided to all students who studies in China for one semester; the one-off resettlement subsidy will not be provided to those who have studied in China for more than half a year before being enrolled.

Eligibility
Scholarship for Students of MTCSOL:

1. The scholarship is provided to outstanding students of Confucius Institutes (Classrooms), overseas local Chinese language teachers, outstanding performers on HSK exams, winners of the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competitions for Foreign College Students and for Foreign High School Students, and outstanding graduates of Chinese language across the world for taking the MTCSOL degree.
2. Applicants are required to have bachelor degrees or its equivalent with a score of at least 180 on the HSK (level 5) and a score of at least 50 on the HSKK (intermediate level), and make a written commitment stating that he/she will be engaged in Chinese language teaching for at least 5 years after graduation. Applicants with specific teaching posts arranged will be given admission priority (certification by the institution he/she will teach for is required). Hanban will provide support for outstanding graduates to return to their countries to teach.

Scholarship for Students of One-Academic-Year + MTCSOL:

1. The scholarship is provided to Confucius Institute students from Africa and Latin America regions who would like to engage in the Chinese language teaching.
2. Applicants shall sign agreements with the Confucius Institute or institutes to which they will be providing teaching services.
3. Applicants are required to have bachelor degrees or its equivalent with a score of at least 180 on the HSK (level 3) and a score of at least 60 on the HSKK (primary level). Those who pass the first-academic-year assessment and score at least 180 on the HSK (level 5) can continue to study in China for the Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages. Hanban will provide support for graduates returning to their countries to teach Chinese language by recruiting them as local teachers and providing wage subsidies, etc.

Scholarship for One-Academic Year Students:

1. The scholarship is provided to outstanding students of Confucius Institutes (Classrooms), winners of the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competitions for Foreign College Students and for Foreign High School Students, overseas local Chinese language teachers, outstanding graduates of Chinese language across the world, and outstanding performers on the HSK, or those who intend to become Chinese teachers.
2. Applicants should achieve a score of at least 180 on the HSK (level 3) and at least 60 on the HSKK (primary level), or complete their study at a Confucius Institute for over 120 hours.

Scholarship for One-Semester Students:

1. The scholarship is provided to outstanding students of Confucius Institutes (Classrooms), winners of the “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competitions for Foreign College Students and for Foreign High School Students, overseas local Chinese language teachers, outstanding graduates of Chinese language across the world, and outstanding performers on the HSK.
2. Applicants should achieve a score of at least 120 on the HSK (level 2) and at least 40 on the HSKK (elementary level), or complete their study at a Confucius Institute for over 60 hours.

Application Procedure
There some documents should be provided by the applicants as follow:

• Photocopy of Passport Photo Page
• Photocopy of HSK and HSKK Result Report
• Notarized highest education diplomas attained or proof of study
• Reference Letter and Letter of Commitment. Students attending Chinese language programs of universities in countries with no Confucius Institutes established shall attach a reference letter signed and issued by the university President. The Master’s Degree Scholarship applicants are required to submit reference letters provided by two professors or associate professors (in Chinese or English). A written commitment stating that the applicant will be engaged in Chinese language teaching for at least 5 years after graduation (written in Chinese and sign with signature).

Further information of the application process can be seen at the website link below.

Submission Deadline
Please contact the scholarship provider

Website Link
http://cis.chinese.cn/node_5737.htm

Chinese Government Scholarship Program (EU Window), 2013/2014

Ministry of Education of P. R. China offers Chinese government scholarship for the students of EU member countries. This programme is a full scholarship program which sponsors Chinese language students, general scholars and senior scholars with the duration of one academic year. For 2013/2014 academic year, 198 scholarships (excluded 2 continuous studying students) are available. The deadline for application is April 30, 2013.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided for courses offered by the Chinese HEIs. Applicants with no command of Chinese are generally required to take one year’s Chinese language course prior to the academic study. Only by passing the examinations of the language courses, can students start their academic studies. Course Level: This program sponsors Chinese language students, general scholars and senior scholars with the duration of one academic year. Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Education of P. R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE) Scholarship can be taken at: China
Eligibility: Applicants must be citizens of EU member countries and in good health.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of EU member countries (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom) can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Chinese Government Scholarship program (EU Window) is a full scholarship program provided to EU member countries by the Ministry of Education of P. R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE). MOE entrusts China Scholarship Council (hereinafter referred to as CSC) to manage the recruitment and carry out the routine management of this scholarship program.
Number of awards offered: The number for this academic year (September 2013 – July 2014) is 198 (excluded 2 continuous studying students).
Duration of award(s): The scholarship is offered for the duration of one academic year. For those who need to take the Chinese language courses, the scholarship duration will be extended automatically for one year.
What does it cover? -Exempt from registration fee, tuition fee, fee for laboratory experiment, fee for internship, and fee for basic learning materials, and accommodation fee for dormitory on campus;
-Living allowance;
-One-off settlement subsidy after registration for new student;- Fee for outpatient medical service, Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Protection Scheme for International Students in China;
-One-off inter-city travel subsidy. Note:
1) Costs of the laboratory experiment or internship beyond the university’s arrangements should be self-afforded.
2) Fee for basic learning materials ONLY covers the necessary learning materials prescribed by the host institution, and other textbooks and materials shall be self-afforded.
3) Monthly allowance is granted to the students through the host institution at the following rates (CNY Yuan per month):
-Chinese language students: CNY 1,400 Yuan
-General Scholars: CNY 1,700 Yuan
-Senior scholars: CNY 2,000 Yuan
Scholarship students shall receive their monthly living allowance after registration. New students who register before 15th (15th included) of the registration month will get the full amount of living allowance of that month, and those who register after 15th will get half amount. Students upon graduation will get a living allowance for another 15 days after the graduation date set by the university. The allowance will be terminated from the next month after students suspend their studies, drop school or complete schooling from the university. Monthly living allowance covers school holidays. Scholarship students who missed the monthly living allowance during holidays could be reimbursed upon their return on campus. The allowance will be suspended for at least one month if students do not register on time without permission from the university in advance, leave for non-health reasons or are absent from the university over a month.
Students who have to suspend their studies for pregnancy or for health reasons are required to go back to their home countries for labor or for treatment. The international travel expenses should be covered by the students themselves. With the university’s approval, the scholarship status can be reserved for up to one year, and their living allowances will be suspended during their leave. The scholarship status will not be reserved for those who suspend their studies for other reasons.
4) New students will get a one-off settlement subsidy upon their arrival in China.
-CNY 1,000 Yuan for new students who will study in China for less than one academic year
-CNY 1,500 Yuan for new students who will study in China for one academic year and above
5) Fee for outpatient medical service refers to the outpatient expense in the institution’s hospital or the hospitals appointed by the institution. The students are to cover a certain percentage of expense in accordance with the institution’s relevant regulations.
6) Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Protection Scheme for International Students in China is provided by MOE for the scholarship students in China in case of hospitalizing for serious diseases and accidental injuries. The institutions or the appointed medical assistance agencies provide advancement service for insurance expenses, and claim for compensation with relevant payment receipts from the insurance company according to the stipulated insurance articles. For scholarship students, the individual claim will not be accepted by the insurance company
7) One-off inter-city travel subsidy (each for coming-in and leaving China)
A hard-seat train ticket (hard-berth train ticket for overnight trip) will be provided for scholarship students traveling. From the port of entry upon registration to the city where the admitting institution or Chinese language training institution or preparatory education institution is located;
From the Chinese language training institution or the preparatory education institution to the city where the university for major study is located;
From the city where the institution is located to the nearest port for departure upon graduation. Meal and excess of baggage should be self-afforded.
In principle, the port of entry is Beijing, or a port of entry near where the university is located.
8) International travel expenses: self-afforded.
Selection of Institutions and Specialty: Applicants may choose one academic program and three institutions as their preferences from the Chinese HEIs designated by MOE. Please check the Directory of Chinese Higher Institutions Admitting International Students under Chinese Government Scholarship Program. Only the listed Chinese HEIs in the Directory are available to the applicants for their study in China.
How to Apply: Applicants shall apply to the Chinese Embassies in their home countries between January and April, 2013. The applicants must fill in and provide the following documents truly, correctly and completely (in duplicate).
1. Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship (filled in Chinese or in English). Applicants shall fill in and print the application form after submitting it online. The CSC Online Application System for Study in China is available on http://laihua.csc.edu.cn. Applicants who have no internet access due to the limited internet service provided in their countries can request the application form from their dispatching authorities.
2. Highest diploma (notarized photocopy): Applicants shall also provide proofs of studying on application. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
3. Academic Transcripts (notarized photocopy): Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
4. Recommendation letters: Applicants for senior scholars must submit two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from professors or associate professors.
5. Applicants for music studies are requested to submit a CD of the applicants’ own works. Applicants for fine arts programs must submit a CD of the applicants’ own works (including two sketches, two color paintings and two other works).
6. A study or research plan written in Chinese or English (no less than 400 words).
7. Photocopy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form (the original copy should be kept by the applicant. The form printed by Chinese quarantine authority could be downloaded from http://www.csc.edu.cn). The medical 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 medical examination as it is valid for only 6 months.
The above materials should be forwarded to CSC by April 30th 2013 via the Office for Education and Culture, Mission of P. R. China to the European Union. Application documents will not be returned.
Approval and Notification:
1. CSC will assess all the application documents and it reserves the right to make necessary adjustments on the proposed institutions, specialties and duration of study. The qualified applications will be forwarded to institutions and the final decision whether to admit the applicants will be made by them. The applications will be regarded as invalid and will not be accepted if they fail to meet the eligibility or the application documents are incomplete.
2. Applicants are required to enclose the admission notice from Chinese HEIs, if they have, in the application documents.
3. Scholarship applicants academically accepted by Chinese HEIs will be officially awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship with the approval from CSC.
4. Students are not permitted, in principle, to change their specialties, institutions or the duration of study specified in the Admission Notice after registration.
5. CSC will send the Admission Notice and Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW201) to the candidates through the Office for Education and Culture, Mission of P. R. China to the European Union by July 31st, 2013.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline for application is April 30, 2013.

2013-14 AIC International Students Scholarships Programme in China

Alcanta International College (AIC) is offering scholarships for international students to excel at AIC and beyond. Students who apply to any AIC programme as full-time international students are eligible to apply for these scholarships. All scholarships apply only to the tuition fee. 
About Scholarship: In support of the AIC Mission, Vision and Goals, and to create educational opportunities at AIC for international students of exceptional ability and potential, AIC is excited to announce its International Students Scholarship Programme for the 2013- 2014 academic year,valued at 1,000,000 RMB. The goal of the AIC International Students Scholarship Programme is to support exceptionally talented students and challenge them to excel at AIC and beyond, as well as to make the IB Diploma Programme and AIC education accessible to all gifted international students interested in building their future at AIC.
AIC provides three types of scholarships: Academic Scholarships-are awarded to students with excellent overall academic performance. Merit Scholarships-Merit Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability or talent in the following areas: Art, Science and Service & Leadership. Financial Scholarships-are awarded to provide financial support for students who may otherwise not be able to attend AIC. The Pre-IB program has been specifically designed to prepare students to meet the challenges of the rigorous IB Diploma Program.
The IB Diploma Programme is a rigorous pre-university course of study that leads to examinations; it is designed for highly motivated secondary school students aged 16 to 19. The programme incorporates the best elements of national systems without being based on any one. The goal of the International Baccalaureate Organization (“IBO”) is to provide students with the values and opportunities that will enable them to develop sound judgement, make wise choices, and respect others in the global community.
Study: The scholarship is awarded to pursue courses available at Alcanta International College.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing IB Diploma Programme or Pre Diploma Programme at Alcanta International College.
Scholarship By: Alcanta International College (AIC)
Location: China 
Eligibility: Students who apply to any AIC programme as full-time international students are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Recipients of the Academic Scholarship must maintain an IB total predicted score of minimum 30 points in order to continue receiving the scholarship. 
Scholarship Open for: The international students can apply
Value: All scholarships apply only to the tuition fee. Recipients will be required to pay other fees such as boarding fee, meal fee, medical insurance costs and other expenses incurred for the programme that they are admitted to.
Academic Scholarships-Value up to 100% of the tuition fee
Merit Scholarships- Value up to 50% of the tuition fee
Financial Scholarships- Value up to 30,000 RMB. 
Selection Criteria: Academic Scholarships-are awarded to students with excellent overall academic performance. Merit Scholarships-Merit Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability or talent in the following areas: Art, Science and Service & Leadership. Financial Scholarships-are awarded to provide financial support for students who may otherwise not be able to attend AIC. 
Notification: Applicants must be available for interviews within two weeks following the deadline. Only in special circumstances and at the discretion of the Principal, will late applications be considered. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application within two weeks after the interview. 
Apply: To apply, please download and complete the International Students Scholarships Application Form and email or mail it together with your supporting documentation.
Deadline: April 17, 2013 
Further Information: http://www.aicib.org/down/AIC%20International%20Students%20Scholarship%20Programme%202013%20-2014.pdf

2013-2014 MOFCOM Master Degree Scholarships for Developing Countries Students

The Government of the People’s Republic of China through the Government of Fiji is offering master degree scholarships for developing countries’ students. The scholarship is offered to study master program at East China Normal University [ECNU], Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU), China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU) and Community University of China (CUC) in China. 
About Scholarship: The Government of the People’s Republic of China through the Government of Fiji is offering four (4) master’s scholarship awards for the 2013-2014 academic years. 
Study: These Scholarships for Developing Countries are offered for study international master of education in educational leadership and policy at East China Normal University [ECNU], master of public administration in Chinese governance at Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU), master program in international relations at China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU) and international master of international communication at Community University of China (CUC). 
Course Level: Master program
Scholarship By: The Government of the People’s Republic of China through the Government of Fiji.
Location: China 
Eligibility: 
-For ECNU: Applicants must be officials at divisional level in education administrative departments, or educational management personnel at middle or high level in schools, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, aged under 45 from developing countries.
-For SYSU: From developing countries, government officials at or above director level, academic institution leaders above director level in colleges or departments or administrators at equivalent level. Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. Have a minimum of three years working experience in relevant fields, not more than 45 years old. Native English speakers or non-native English speakers with evidence of fluency in English demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL or IELTS test score; a GRE score is desirable but not required. 
-For CUC: Applicants should be governmental officials at middle or higher career level, researchers or administrators at middle or higher level, staff of academic institutions with requisite experience, or senior managers in media related fields. They should be under 45 years of age and in good health. They should have at least 3 years of relevant working experience. For applicants whose native language is not English, English proficiency should be sufficient to enable graduate level course studies and thesis writing. Please submit TOEFL or IELTS test score if possible.
-For CFAU: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in areas related to politics. Previous work experience in International Relations preferred. For applicants whose native language is not English, evidence of fluency in English must be demonstrated by a minimum of 80 in TOEFL ibt Test or 6.0 in IELTS Test. The age of applicants should be between 20-40. 
Scholarship Open for: The students of developing countries can apply
Value: The scholarship will cover the following expenses:
-Tuition Fees,
-Allowances, Other Expenses:
-Accommodation (dormitory of a training institute),
-A medical check-up,
-Dormitory Charge,
-Field Study (accommodation, transportation, travel insurance),
-Return Airfare,
Medical Insurance for participants to cover for cover medical treatment. 
Notification:
-For ECNU: Admission result will be announced on June 20 2013
-For SYSU: Admission Notice Issued: around 20th, June 2013
-For CUC: Admission Letters will be issued on July 20th, 2013.
-For CFAU: Admission Notice Issued: Early July, 2013 
Apply: Documents are to be submitted to the PSC Overseas Training Unit, Centre for Training and Development on or before the mentioned deadlines. The applications must include the following
- Application Form,
- Personal Statement,
- Bachelor Degree transcripts,
- Two (2) letters of recommendation,
- Three (3) recent passport size photos,
- Employment verification,
- Copy of first page of passport and
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
Deadline:
Deadline for application at For ECNU: May 15, 2013;
For SYSU: 31th, May 2013;
For CUC: June 30th, 2013;
For CFAU: May 31st, 2013
Further Information: http://www.psc.gov.fj/index.php/services/scholarship/35-scholarship-new/384-mofcom-master-degree-scholarships

2013/2014 MOFCOM Master Degree Scholarships, China

The MOFCOM Master Degree Scholarships is targeted for master students from developing countries. The scholarship award is offered by The Government of the People’s Republic of China through the Government of Fiji. The full master scholarship can be taken in East China Normal University [ECNU], Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU) , China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU) and Community University of China (CUC) in China.

Description
The Government of the People’s Republic of China through the Government of Fiji is offering four (4) master’s scholarship awards for the 2013-2014 academic years. These Scholarships for Developing Countries are offered for study international master of education in educational leadership and policy at East China Normal University [ECNU], master of public administration in Chinese governance at Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU), master program in international relations at China Foreign Affairs University (CFAU)and international master of international communication at Community University of China (CUC).

Benefits:

• Tuition Fees,
• Allowances, Other Expenses:
• Accommodation (dormitory of a training institute),
• A medical check-up,
• Dormitory Charge,
• Field Study (accommodation, transportation, travel insurance),
• Return Airfare,
• Medical Insurance for participants to cover for cover medical treatment.

Eligibility

• For ECNU: Applicants must be officials at divisional level in education administrative departments, or educational MOFCOM Master Degree Scholarshipsmanagement personnel at middle or high level in schools, with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, aged under 45 from developing countries.
• For SYSU: From developing countries, government officials at or above director level, academic institution leaders above director level in colleges or departments or administrators at equivalent level.Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.Have a minimum of three years working experience in relevant fields, not more than 45 years old. Native English speakers or non-native English speakers with evidence of fluency in English demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL or IELTS test score; a GRE score is desirable but not required.
• For CUC: Applicants should be governmental officials at middle or higher career level, researchers or administrators at middle or higher level, staff of academic institutions with requisite experience, or senior managers in media related fields. They should be under 45 years of age and in good health. They should have at least 3 years of relevant working experience. For applicants whose native language is not English, English proficiency should be sufficient to enable graduate level course studies and thesis writing. Please submit TOEFL or IELTS test score if possible.
• For CFAU: Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in areas related to politics. Previous work experience in International Relations preferred.For applicants whose native language is not English, evidence of fluency in English must be demonstrated by a minimum of 80 in TOEFL ibt Test or 6.0 in IELTS Test.The age of applicants should be between 20-40.

Application Procedure
The applicants must provide the following documents:

• Application Form,
• Personal Statement,
• Bachelor Degree transcripts,
• Two(2) letters of recommendation,
• Three(3) recent passport size photos,
• Employment verification,
• Copy of first page of passport and
• Foreigner Physical Examination Form.

Submission Deadline
Deadline for application at For ECNU: May 15, 2013; For SYSU: 31th,May 2013; For CUC: June 30th, 2013; For CFAU: May 31st, 2013

Website Link
http://www.psc.gov.fj/index.php/services/scholarship/35-scholarship-new/384-mofcom-master-degree-scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarships for International Students in China, 2013

Chinese Government is offering full and partial scholarships for international students to study in China. The scholarship is awarded up to 4—7 years for undergraduate, 2—5 years for master, 3—6 years for doctoral, up to 2 years for Chinese language training program, general scholar program and senior scholar program . Applicants can choose one academic program and three institutions as their preferences from only the Chinese HEIs designated by MOE. According to the regulations stipulated by MOE, all undergraduate programs for international students are instructed in Chinese. Certain Chinese HEIs conduct some postgraduate programs and non-degree courses for general and senior scholars in English. Interested applicants should submit their application material to the dispatching authorities, such as the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their country before March 31st 2013.
Study Subject(s): Applicants can choose one academic program and three institutions as their preferences from the Chinese HEIs designated by MOE. Please check the Directory of Chinese Higher Institutions Admitting International Students under Chinese Government Scholarship Program. Only the listed Chinese HEIs in the Directory are available to the applicants for their study in China. Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate, master and doctoral degree; Chinese language training program, general scholar program and senior scholar program. Scholarship Provider: Ministry of Education of P.R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE). Scholarship can be taken at: China
Eligibility:-Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and be in good health.
-Education background and age limit:
-Applicants for undergraduate program must have senior high school diploma with good academic performance and be under the age of 25.
-Applicants for master’s degree program must have bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
- Applicants for doctoral degree program must have master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
- Applicants for Chinese language training program must have senior high school diploma and be under the age of 35.Chinese language is the only subject available.
- Applicants for general scholar program must have completed at least two years of undergraduate study and be under the age of 45. All subjects including Chinese language are available.
- Applicants for senior scholar program must have master’s degree or above, or hold academic titles of associate professor or above, and be under the age of 50.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: International students (non-Chinese citizens) can apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Chinese Government Scholarship Program is established by the Ministry of Education of P.R. China (hereinafter referred to as MOE) in accordance with educational exchange agreements or understandings reached between the Chinese government and the governments of other countries, organizations, education institutions and relevant international organizations to provide both full scholarships and partial scholarships to international students and scholars. MOE entrusts China Scholarship Council (hereinafter referred to as CSC) to manage the recruitment and carry out the routine management of Chinese Government Scholarship Program.
Duration of award(s): -Undergraduate: up to 4—7 years
-Master: up to 2—5 years
-Doctoral: up to 3—6 years
-Chinese language training program: up to 2 years
-General scholar program: up to 2 years
-Senior scholar program: up to 2 years.
What does it cover? Full Scholarship:- Exempt from registration fee, tuition fee, fee for laboratory experiment, fee for internship, fee for basic learning materials; and accommodation fee for dormitory on campus; v – Living allowance;
- One-off settlement subsidy after registration for new student;
- Fee for outpatient medical service, Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Protection Scheme for International Students in China;
- One-off inter-city travel subsidy.
-Monthly allowance is granted to the students through the host institution at the following rates (CNY Yuan per month): Undergraduates & Chinese language students: CNY 1,400 Yuan, Master’s degree students & general scholars: CNY 1,700 Yuan and Doctoral degree students & senior scholars: CNY 2,000 Yuan.
-New students will get a one-off settlement subsidy upon their arrival in China. CNY 1,000 Yuan for new students who will study in China for less than one academic year and CNY 1,500 Yuan for new students who will study in China for one academic year and above.
-One-off inter-city travel subsidy (each for coming-in and leaving China). A hard-seat train ticket (hard-berth train ticket for overnight trip) will be provided for scholarship students traveling.
-Partial Scholarship: One or several items of full scholarship (one-off settlement subsidy and one-off inter-city travel allowance excluded).
Notification: CSC will send the Final List of Accepted Students, Admission Notice and Visa Application Form for Study in China (JW201) to the education authorities in the provinces and autonomous regions under this program by the end of June, 2013.
How to Apply: Applicants shall apply to the dispatching authorities, such as the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in the applicant’s country. Eligible applicants shall log on the online application system, fill out and print the application form. Application materials should be mailed in duplicate (two copies) to the dispatching authority.The applicants must fill in and provide the following documents truly, correctly and completely (in duplicate)
- Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship ?filled in Chinese or English?
Those who are available for online application shall fill in and print the application form after submitting it online.
The CSC Online Application System for Study in China is available on http://laihua.csc.edu.cn .
Those who cannot apply online shall contact the dispatching authorities to get the application form and fill it truly, correctly and completely.
- Highest diploma (notarized photocopy): Applicants shall also provide proof of studying on application. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
- Academic transcripts (notarized photocopy): Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.
- A study or research plan. All applicants are required to submit a study or research plan. It must be in Chinese or in English.
- Recommendation letters: Applicants for postgraduate studies, or study in China as senior scholars must submit two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from professors or associate professors. Applicants who are already in China shall submit the Admission Notices or Invitation Letters issued by the target universities.
- Applicants for music studies are requested to submit a CD of the applicants’ own works. Applicants for fine arts programs must submit a CD of the applicants’ own works (including two sketches, two color paintings and two other works).
- Applicants under the age of 18 should submit the legal documents of their legal guardians in China.
- Photocopy of Foreigner Physical Examination Form (the original copy should be kept by the applicant. The form printed by Chinese quarantine authority could be downloaded from http://www.csc.edu.cn). The medical examinations must cover all the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Students are expected to submit their applications between January to early April..
Further Official Scholarship Information and Application

2013 China Scholarship Council-University of Sussex Joint Scholarships

University of Sussex and China Scholarship Council (CSC) Joint Scholarships for pursuing research and visiting research program in UK. Scholarships are provided in the field of Biomedical Engineering, Biology and Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Business and Management, Chemistry, Economics, History and Science and Technology Policy. 
Study: Scholarships are provided in the field of biomedical engineering, biology and environmental science, biochemistry, business and management, chemistry, economics, history and science and technology policy.
Course Level: Research and visiting research program
Scholarship by: University of Sussex and China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Location: UK 
Eligibility:
-Scholarships will be awarded based on academic merit.
-Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by the CSC.
-Students must be applying to undertake research in one of the subject areas specified above.
-Students will normally be completing university study in China at Bachelor or Masters level, or in the first year of a PhD degree and under 35 years of age at the time of application. 
Scholarship Open for: The students of China can apply for this scholarship.
About Scholarship: Sussex and the China Scholarship Council (CSC) offer a number of joint scholarships to research degree students and visiting research fellows from China. 
Duration: Research students-for up to 36 months
-Visiting research students -for 6 – 24 months.
-Visiting research fellows/scholars-for between 3 – 12 months.
Value: Research students – full fees and living allowance for up to 36 months. Note: MPhil degrees are excluded.
-Visiting research students – full fees and living allowance for 6 – 24 months.
-Visiting research fellows/scholars – bench fees and living allowance for between 3 – 12 months.
-Under the Sussex/CSC Joint Scholarship Scheme, Sussex will cover full tuition, visiting or bench fees, subject to applicants obtaining CSC support. CSC will provide a living allowance.
-Sussex will cover full tuition fees / bench fees, CSC will provide a living allowance 
Apply: Online and electronically
Deadline: 11th March 2013 
Further Information: http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/funding/opportunities/view/217