Application Guide for the 2022 “China Studies Program (CSP)” Ph.D. Fellowships , Sun Yat-sen University
Postdate:2022-01-21
In accordance with the enrollment information of 2022 "China Studies Program" (CSP) Ph.D. Fellowships published by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education and the actual conditions of SYSU, this guide is formulated as follows.
I. Introduction
Set up by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation of the Ministry of Education, the CSP unites top universities and outstanding scholars in China to provide research opportunities and support for overseas young scholars in the field of China studies during their doctoral study. The program includes Ph.D. in China Fellowship and Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship. Ph.D. in China Fellowship supports outstanding foreign master's degree holders in pursuing doctoral degrees at Chinese universities. With relevance to the curriculum requirements of related majors at our university, such fellowship requires four years of full-time study and Chinese as the medium of instruction. Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship provides funds to outstanding foreign doctoral students (candidates) registered at foreign universities to come to China for study, joint research, or doctoral dissertation writing. The Fellowship lasts from one semester to two years.
II. Eligibility
Young sinologists who aspire to engage in China-related research in humanities and social sciences, who have solid academic foundations, and a targeted research topic or goal are welcomed to apply. They should also be able to conduct research in Chinese, have a global vision for academic pursuit, thoroughly understand international academic norms, and participate in international academic exchange and research.
1. Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens and in good health.
2. Language proficiency.
(1) Applicants for the Ph.D. Fellowship program in China should have an HSK (Level V) certificate with 180 points or above. Priority is given to those with a higher level of proficiency in Chinese under the same conditions.
(2) Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should have an HSK (Level III) certificate with 180 points or above. Priority is given to those with a higher level of proficiency in Chinese under same conditions.
(3) Applicants for the Ph.D. Fellowship program in China should have obtained a master's degree, or be fresh graduates.
(4) Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should be registered doctoral students at foreign universities.
(5) Applicants who have been awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship are not allowed to apply for this program.
III. Scholarship Coverage
The recipients for the CSP are provided financial support including tuition fees, living and research stipends, and international travel expenses. They will also receive professional guidance from mentors from Chinese and foreign universities and have in-depth interaction with Chinese and foreign scholars through participating in tailored forums, seminars, workshops and other academic activities offered by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation; After their graduation, they will be given priority in gaining support from other projects within the CSP. For more details for scholarships, please refer to the information released by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation:
http://www.chinese.cn/page/#/pcpage/project?id=135
Guidance for 2022-2023 CSP Ph.D. Fellowships Enrollment (Chinese version):
http://www.chinese.cn/page/#/pcpage/announcement?id=887&page=1
Guidance for 2022-2023 CSP Ph.D. Fellowships Enrollment (English version):
http://www.chinese.cn/page/#/pcpage/announcement?id=890&page=1
IV. Application Procedures
1. Online application for the CSP Ph.D. Fellowship program in China. Applicants should log onto http://ccsp.chinese.cn/ to register a personal account, fill in the application online: The Ph.D. Fellowships of "China Studies Program" 2022 or the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program of "China Studies Program" 2022 , upload relevant certification materials and submit the application form.
2. Online application for SYSU CSP Ph. D. Fellowships. Applicants are required to visit the SYSU Office of International Students' Affairs (http://iso.sysu.edu.cn). Please choose "APPLY ONLINE" accordingly, fill in relevant information (see Annex 1) correctly and completely, and upload the application materials (see the table in Article V). Application materials should be the original copies in Chinese/English. If the original copy of the following materials is written in non-Chinese/English, a notarized copy in Chinese/English is required.
3. Scholarship review. SYSU will review applicants' qualifications and arrange for interviews. Those who have passed SYSU's review and interview will be reviewed and interviewed by a panel of experts from the Center for Language Education and Cooperation, and the final lists of awardees will be decided by the center. Admission letters will be mailed to the awardees by SYSU.
V. Application Materials
No. |
Materials |
Requirements |
1 |
Passport |
Applicants staying in China at the time of application should provide the scanned copy of passport pages with the Chinese visa or residence permit page and entry seal. If the applicant was a Chinese citizen before acquiring foreign citizenship, he/she must also provide a certificate of cancellation of household registration, a certificate of giving up Chinese citizenship, or an official document certifying that he/she has no Chinese citizenship issued by the Chinese diplomatic representation and consular authorities. |
2 |
Graduation certificate |
Applicants for The Ph.D. Fellowships program in China should provide degree certificates of bachelor’s and master’s studies. If the applicant is a fresh graduate, he/she should provide the certificate of expected graduation issued by the school he/she is studying in, and submit the certificate of master’s degree to SYSU during registration, otherwise he/she will be disqualified for admission. Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should provide proof of enrollment in a doctoral program. Applicants who graduated from institutions outside of the Chinese mainland must hold a bachelor’s degree from an institution recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Education, otherwise, he/she will be disqualified for admission. |
3 |
Complete transcripts of undergraduate and graduate studies |
Applicants should provide the notarized academic transcripts of bachelor’s and master’s studies. Fresh graduates can provide their academic transcripts for the current period only. All course transcripts must be provided prior to enrollment. |
4 |
Chinese proficiency certificate |
Applicants for The Ph.D. Fellowships program in China should submit a certificate of Chinese language proficiency (HSK level V) with a score higher than 180 within two years of validity. Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should submit a certificate of Chinese language proficiency (HSK level III) with a score higher than 180 within two years of validity. |
5 |
Recommendation letter |
Two recommendation letters from experts in the related fields, written in Chinese or English (with their signatures, title information, and contact information of the recommenders). |
6 |
Research Proposal |
Applicants for The Ph.D. Fellowships program in China should provide a research plan during their doctoral study. Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should provide a plan for studying in China. (Relevant major or research background/Reasons for applying for the project/Postgraduate study and research plan/Career goal after graduation, etc.) |
7 |
Research publications |
Master’s thesis abstract and other research publications. Applicants for the Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship program should provide the abstract of the doctoral dissertation. |
8 |
Physical examination report and blood test results |
Please refer to Annex 2 for the items of physical examination, which should be filled out in Chinese or English and stamped with the hospital’s official seal. The valid period of the physical examination is six months: : From 1st Sep 2021 to 28th Feb 2022. |
9 |
Certificate of Non-Criminal Record |
Please consult local relevant authorities for issuing a stamped version of official and valid documents. |
10 |
Application form for fellowship program |
Application Form for the Ph.D. Fellowship/Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship in China Program. |
11 |
Supporting documents |
Award certificates or proof of experience. |
12 |
Commitment letter |
Please carefully read the commitment letter (Annex 3). Sign it at the signature place, scan and upload it. |
13 |
Application information form |
The application information form will be automatically generated after the applicant submit the application at “http://apply.sysu.edu.cn”. Please sign it at the signature place, scan and upload it. |
VI. Application Deadline
February 28th, 2022
VII. Others
1. Admitted students must complete the registration procedures with a study visa according to the registration date required by SYSU. Those who have failed to register on time or pass the reexamination of admission qualification will be deprived of their scholarship.
2. Admitted students are required to participate in the annual scholarship review according to regulations. Those who have failed the annual review will be suspended or disqualified from the scholarship.
VIII. Contact Information
1. Chinese Studies Office of the Center for Language Education and Cooperation
Tel: 86(10)58595771
Email: wangxinsheng@hanban.org
Website: http://ccsp.chinese.cn/
Address: 129 Deshengmenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, China, 100088.
2. Office of International Students' Affairs, Admissions Office of Education administration, Sun Yat-sen University
Program Information Website: http://iso.sysu.edu.cn
Application Website: https://apply.sysu.edu.cn/login
Email:admissions@mail.sysu.edu.cn
Enquiry Tel: 0086(20)84110819
Supervision Department Tel: 0086(20)84115582
Fax: 0086(20)84115621
Address: Office of International Students' Affairs, Admissions Office, Academic Affairs Department, Sun Yat-sen University 135 Xingangxi Road, Guangzhou, P.R.China
Zip code: 510275