Chinese Government Scholarship 2026/2027 (Fully
Funded Study in China) Deadline: Ongoing
Details
South African students seeking high-quality international
education will find a major opportunity in the Chinese Government Scholarship
2026/2027. Through a partnership between the China Scholarship Council (CSC)
and the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) of South Africa,
eligible South African citizens can pursue fully funded undergraduate,
master’s, doctoral or non-degree Chinese language study in China.
This initiative builds global cooperation, enhances human
capacity development and strengthens educational ties between China and South
Africa.
Levels & Fields of Study
The scholarship covers multiple levels of study:
- Undergraduate
(Bachelor’s) programmes
- Postgraduate
(Master’s) programmes
- Doctoral
(PhD) programmes
- Non-degree
or language-studies placements
While many disciplines are accepted, priority fields often
include agriculture & biotechnology, engineering & computer science,
environment & climate change, food science, natural & physical
sciences, maritime studies, renewable energy, space science & technology,
telecommunications, and Chinese language studies.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful recipients can expect the following key benefits:
Provided by the Chinese government (CSC):
- Full
tuition waiver at the Chinese host university
- Free
university dormitory accommodation or subsidised room
- Monthly
stipend: approx. RMB 2,500 for undergraduates; RMB 3,000 for
master’s/general scholars; RMB 3,500 for doctoral/senior scholars
- Comprehensive
medical insurance (approx. RMB 800 per year)
Provided by the South African government (DHET):
- Return
international airfare (economy class) and possibly mid-term travel
- Monthly
living allowance supplement
- Settlement
allowance on arrival
- Visa
fee coverage and support
- Pre-departure
orientation and psychosocial support
- Research
support for applicable postgraduate recipients
Recipients are typically required to sign a contract and
commit to returning to South Africa upon completing their studies.
Eligibility Criteria
Key eligibility requirements include:
- Must
be a South African citizen in good physical and mental health.
- Strong
academic performance, for example a minimum 60 % average in the most
recent qualification.
- Age
limits (as of a specified cut-off date): e.g., under 26 for Bachelor’s
applicants; under 35 for Master’s; under 40 for doctoral; under 35 for
non-degree language studies.
- Language
requirements (for Chinese-taught programmes): e.g., HSK Level 3 for
undergraduate, HSK Level 4 for Master’s/Doctoral.
- Must
select a programme/university recognised by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA) if aiming for professional registration
back home.
- Commitment
to return to South Africa and apply acquired skills for national
development.
Application Process & Timeline
The application process involves several stages:
- Applicants
submit required documents: completed application form, ID/passport copy,
academic transcripts and certificates, motivational/ study plan, language
test results (if applicable), medical examination form, clearance
certificate, and letters of recommendation (for postgraduate).
- Applications
are reviewed by DHET for eligibility, then shortlisted candidates are
nominated to CSC.
- Final
decisions may involve host university admission confirmation and
scholarship approval.
- Applicants
should pay close attention to internal DHET deadlines (often early in the
year) and final host-university deadlines; missing deadlines may exclude
the application.
Why It Matters for South African Students
For international students from South Africa, this
scholarship is significant because:
- It
allows study in China at world-class universities with full or near-full
financial support.
- It
provides strong exposure to Asian educational systems, global research
networks and bilateral cooperation.
- It
enables development of skills in fields which are nationally important
(engineering, climate, energy, science) with potential high impact upon
return to South Africa.
- It
enhances one’s academic profile, global orientation and career
opportunities.
Specifications
|
Type of
Opportunity |
Scholarships
and Fellowships |
|
Deadline |
Ongoing |
|
Country |
China |
|
Open to |
All Nationalities |
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