About China
China has emerged as a global powerhouse, demonstrating remarkable progress across various domains, including economic growth, technological innovation, infrastructure development, and higher education. Over the past few decades, China has transformed itself from a primarily agrarian economy into one of the largest and most dynamic economies in the world. This transformation has been fueled by strategic reforms, a strong emphasis on education, and an unwavering commitment to modernization.
China is called the ‘factory of the world’. China is advancing faster than ever in science and technology especially artificial intelligence. This more than four thousand years old civilization stands tall to take its place in the heart of the world. It is making its presence known on the world stage with its own knowledge and technical skills.
Although the world powers are trying to surround China militarily, China is trying to rise itself peacefully. Keeping this goal in mind, the country is trying to strengthen relations with all the countries of the world through education and cultural exchange. As a part of this, the Chinese government has been providing free education opportunities to foreign students every year, as well as providing numerous facilities. A very popular saying in our world is: Go to the distant country of China to gain knowledge.
Economic and Technological Progress
China’s economic progress is one of the most significant success stories of the modern era. Since the implementation of market-oriented reforms in 1978, the country has experienced unprecedented growth. It is now the world’s second-largest economy, with a robust manufacturing sector and a rapidly expanding services industry. Investments in infrastructure, such as high-speed rail networks and urban development, have further strengthened its position on the global stage.
In parallel, China has made extraordinary strides in technological innovation. It has become a leader in fields such as artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and telecommunications. Companies like Huawei, Tencent, and BYD symbolize China’s ability to compete globally in cutting-edge industries. This progress has been supported by a strong foundation in education, particularly higher education.
The Evolution of Higher Education in China
China’s higher education system has evolved dramatically in recent decades. Once characterized by limited access and modest quality, it is now a globally competitive system. The government’s commitment to improving higher education is evident in its policies, funding, and international collaborations. Initiatives such as “Project 211” and “Project 985” aimed to develop world-class universities and foster academic excellence.
Chinese universities like Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Fudan University are now consistently ranked among the top institutions globally. They offer high-quality education and cutting-edge research opportunities, attracting students and faculty from around the world. Moreover, China has become one of the largest destinations for international students, showcasing its growing reputation as a global education hub.
Research and Development
Higher education institutions in China play a pivotal role in the country’s research and development (R&D) efforts. With significant investments in R&D, China has established itself as a leader in scientific research, publishing a growing number of high-impact papers and securing patents in various fields. Collaborative partnerships between universities, government agencies, and private enterprises have further enhanced its research capabilities.
The country’s emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education has been instrumental in driving technological advancements. However, China is also focusing on expanding liberal arts education to produce well-rounded graduates capable of addressing complex global challenges.
Challenges and Future Directions
Despite its remarkable achievements, China’s higher education system faces challenges. The rapid expansion of universities has led to disparities in quality between top-tier and lower-tier institutions. Additionally, the pressure on students to perform well in the competitive Gaokao (national college entrance examination) can have significant social and psychological impacts.
To address these issues, China is striving to balance access and quality in higher education. Efforts are being made to promote vocational education, lifelong learning, and equitable opportunities for students from rural and underprivileged backgrounds.
About CSC Scholarship
Every year, numerous scholarships are given to foreign students from China. Among which the most prestigious, the most privileged is the Chinese government scholarship. Which is given by the Chinese government through the China Scholarship Council (CSC). So now it is popularly known as CSC Scholarship.
Chinese government CSC provide 3 types of Scholarships.
That is-
1. Type-A
2. Type-B
3. Type-C
China Government CSC Type-A Scholarship Details
The first among the government scholarships is the Type-A scholarship. It is basically an expression of the relationship between the Chinese government and the government of the relevant country. It can be more or less depending on the country every year. Usually, the number of places for countries that have good diplomatic relations with China fluctuates between 50 and 70.
China Government CSC Scholarship Benefits
- Application fee waiver,
- Tuition fee waiver,
- Housing fee waiver,
- Health insurance,
- Air tickets for the first time to China and for the return trip after completing the studies will also be provided;
Scholarship Amount
- Undergraduate: 2500 Yuan (approximately 344 United States Dollars)
- Postgraduate: 3000 Yuan (approximately 412 United States Dollars);
- PhD: 3500 Yuan (approximately 482 United States Dollars);
Application Procedure
First, you have to apply to the Chinese Embassy through the Ministry of Education of the government of the relevant country. The Ministry of Education makes the initial selection and submits it to the Embassy. The Embassy sends recommendations to the CSC for the selected candidates through interviews. In this case, you have to apply separately to the Ministry of Education and the Embassy online.
Application Time
Usually, the Ministry of Education of the concerned country publishes the notification of this scholarship on its website in November and the application has to be completed by the specified date. All the necessary information regarding the application can be found on the Ministry of Education website.
China Government CSC Type-B Scholarship Details
To get a scholarship, you have to apply to CSC through the university. Students choose Type B when it comes to Chinese government scholarships. Because Type A is very competitive due to the limited number of seats. Therefore, Type-B scholarship is the top choice for general students. Because there are relatively few competitors and the number of seats is high.
Opportunities
The facilities of Type-A and Type-B are almost the same. Type-A air tickets are available from the embassy, but Type-B air tickets are not available.;
Application time
The application time for CSC Type-B varies from university to university. It usually starts in mid-November and runs until March-April in some universities. However, the earlier you apply, the greater your chances of getting a scholarship.
China Government CSC Type-C Scholarship Details
This is a partial scholarship. There are more conditions. The amount of stipend given covers a part of the tuition fee. The rest of the fees have to be borne by the student.
China Government CSC Scholarship Application Qualification
🔸Must be non-Chinese;
🔸Cannot apply if receiving any other Chinese scholarship or funding;
🔸Maximum age 25 years for undergraduate;
🔸Maximum age 35 years for postgraduate;
🔸Maximum age 40 years for PhD;
🔸Maximum age 45 years for General Scholar Program.
🔸Maximum age 50 years for Senior Scholar Program.
China Government CSC Scholarship Academic qualification
🔹Must pass high school or equivalent examination for undergraduate;
🔹Must pass bachelor’s degree for postgraduate;
🔹Must pass master’s degree for PhD;
🔹General Scholar Program: Must have a master’s degree
🔹Senior Scholar Program: Must have a master’s degree or be at least an Associate Professor
China Government CSC Scholarship Required Documents
- Photo (white background, JPG format and file size >50 KB).
- Must have a valid passport; (must be valid for at least one year);
- Transcript of highest academic degree (notarized photocopy required)
- Certificate of highest academic degree (notarized photocopy required)
- Medical certificate or foreign health examination form within 6 months (Chinese format);
- Full curriculum vitae (CV);
- Two letters of recommendation (associate professors or professors)
- SOP/ motivational letter/study plan (at least 200 words for undergraduate, at least 500 words for non-degree programs and at least 800 words for masters/PhD programs)
- Research proposal/articles/publication (if any)
- IELTS/TOEFL/HSK certificate;
- Police clearance certificate. If it is not possible to submit the police clearance certificate at the time of application, a copy of the application for the said certificate must be submitted and the original copy of the police clearance must be presented along with the original copy of all other certificates during the oral examination;
- Other certificates (ECA)
- Pre-admission letter (Not mandatory)
Chinese government CSC scholarship deadline is 31 December 2024
Chinese government CSC scholarship Available Subjects lists :
Chinese government CSC scholarship is usually available in almost all subjects
One of these is subject categories
- Natural Science
- Engineering
- Business
- Humanity & Law
- And Others…
Application Procedure:
There are several steps to follow to apply
First step: First, you have to collect all the documents. You can find the documents you need to collect on the website chick hare . It is worth noting that getting a scholarship becomes much easier if you can get an acceptance letter from the university of your choice. In this case, you have to manage the professor. If that cannot be done, don’t be afraid and start with what you have.
Second step: All files need to be transferred in PDF format. Then go to this register link and open an account with username, email, and password. Immediately, an email will be sent to the attached email with a link. Click on the link to activate the account. Due to technical complications, it may take time to receive the email in many cases. In that case, you will have to wait. Again, the email may go to the spam folder. After activating the account, go to the link and log in with your username and password, and you will get your profile.
Third step: Go to your profile and click on Apply Now, then you will get an information page. Fill it correctly. An option will appear below called Contact Person in China. There, if you can manage the professor, give his information and if not, give the information of anyone residing in China. Then, if you click on the save option, it will be saved and the next page will appear, where you will have to give the information of your school, college, university. If you have job experience, you will also have to give it. In this case, you must upload the job experience certificate. If you give everything correctly on this page and save it, another page will appear. Here, you will have to give your current and permanent address along with your parents. If you save it as before, an option called Finish will appear, click there.
Fourth step: After completing the third step, an option called Add Application will appear on the top left side, click on it and a page will appear where there will be Edit Information, Scholarship A Type, B Type, C Type. This time, if you click on B Type, a page will appear where you will first get the agency number. For this, go to Google and search for the name of your preferred university (for example, Peking University agency number). Where the name of your preferred university will appear if you enter the number. Then, if you have a language certificate, enter it. You will also get the option to input your preferred subject. You have to input everything correctly. Now below you will find the option to upload your documents. Upload the documents there. Try to submit all of them in PDF files except for the images. Note that the images should not be more than 50 KB and the remaining files should not be more than 1.5 MB.
Upload everything and save it. After saving, take a look at all the pages once again to make sure that all your information is correct. If everything is correct, in the name of Allah Almighty, click on the Finish button. That’s it! Your application is complete. After that, you will get your application form from your profile. You can apply to a university.
Fifth step: This is the very last step. Download the form from the CSC website. Then go to the website of your favorite university. You will find many university websites, don’t be afraid of Chinese. You will find the English option there, click on it and it will become English. Go to the international school and open an account there with your name and email. Like CSC, you will receive an email to activate the account. Activate it, log in with your name and password, go to your profile and provide all the information it asks for correctly. Finally, you will have to upload your documents here too. After uploading, take a look for the last time and submit it in the name of Almighty Allah.
Yes, it’s over! You’ve applied for one of the world’s top scholarships. Congratulations!
Now there is nothing left to do but wait patiently for the results. Hope to see you in China very soon. Best wishes!
China Government CSC Scholarship frequently asked question (FAQ)
Question number 1 : Why should I go to China?
Answer:
My counter question: Why don’t you come to China? “Don’t come?” The phrase clearly implies that I am sitting in China writing this article for you! The average student, despite having immense potential and opportunities, is deprived only by lack of information and proper guidance. Although the lack of information is much less these days, it is a sad fact that our knowledge about China is still not at the desired level. The news that the time of “Made in China does not last long” has already reached the whole world, but it has not reached the people of Bangladesh, which is only three to three and a half hours away. The news has not yet reached the people of Bangladesh that there is no part of the world where students are not coming to study in China. Students from various countries including South Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Africa, South America, Middle East, Japan, Russia, France, South Korea are studying in China. Apart from the free education, there is a scholarship of a hefty amount every month. With which one can easily live the most luxurious life in the state of a king. Arranged, picture-like Chinese cities—rivers, seas, and hills! The Chinese government has given opportunities to foreign students to develop themselves with world-class education. Students of almost every country are taking this opportunity with pleasure. Why Bangladeshi students will be left behind! Where everything is available for free! At the end of one’s life, if one wishes, one can also support the family from the scholarship money. Which will bring peace of mind. If you want to study anywhere else, especially in America, Canada, Australia or Europe, where you have to spend millions of dollars, China offers the same quality of education for free – in particular, even better! Where you have to worry about tuition fees elsewhere, you can concentrate on your studies without having to worry about tuition fees and living expenses. Where waiting is the free opportunity to make yourself a world-class citizen. The whole world is open for him after his studies!!!
Question number 2: Is it okay to go to China?
The United States is currently the world’s number 1 economy. And after that there is China! It is assumed that by 2026, the main forces of the world economy will be the eastern countries. And China will lead it.
Opportunity to study in world class education standard at relatively low cost. Comparatively easy to get scholarships for Asians. Low cost living opportunities. At the end of the course, there are internship and job opportunities in the world’s best companies.
However, there is no job opportunity during the study period. However, work can be done inside the campus subject to the permission of the university. That is enough for living expenses but never enough for tuition fee, dormitory fee. Many teach as foreign English teachers in local schools.
Many people are worried about the Chinese language. But it is not a matter of concern at all. Everyone speaks English in universities. In case of foreign students, classes are conducted in English. Moreover, universities offer free Chinese language classes in addition to regular classes. If you study well, you can learn Chinese in six months.
The most important thing is that it is not difficult to get a visa like European countries, but it is very easy to get a Chinese visa. Regarding visa everyone will bring X-1 visa. X1 is given for long term studies.
Question number 3 : Can you get a job after your studies?
You can definitely get a job after your studies. Job fairs are held in all provinces and universities. If you are qualified, you will definitely get it. In addition to studying, it is still not legal to work in all provinces. Although everyone does something, there is nothing to worry about. You can also do business if you want.
Question number 4 : How much is the monthly food cost?
Food costs are entirely up to you, your food costs will depend on how you eat. However, if you cook it in a simple way, you can easily eat it for 4 thousand to 15 thousand taka depending on the province. Playing outside may cost 25,000 taka per month.
Question number 05 : In which language is it taught?
Can read in Chinese or English. The Diploma is taught in all forms of Chinese. Bachelor/Honors, Masters, PhD can be studied in Chinese or English.
Question number 06 : How do I find my subject?
You can find the subjects from this link.
List of Universities and Teachers: Visit this website to see list of teachers by university and department link
