Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from South Africa who wants to take up undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in China to apply for the Chinese Government Scholarships for South Africans for the 2026-2027 academic session.
The scholarship is offered for undergraduate and postgraduate (Masters or PhD) studies as well as non-degree Chinese language studies. The award is sponsored by the Chinese Government through the Department of Higher Education and Training. Interested and eligible applicants are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to study in China.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): China Scholarship Council
- Host Institution(s): Higher Institutions in China
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Scholarship Worth: Not specified
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
- Nationality: South Africans
See Also: Government of the Czech Republic Scholarships for Developing Countries
Chinese Government Scholarship for South Africans | Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Chinese Government Scholarships, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be South African citizens in good physical and mental health;
- Applicants must not have:
- Severe chronic illnesses (e.g. cardiovascular diseases, diabetes)
- Infectious diseases posing public health risks
- Conditions under recovery from major surgery
- Severe disabilities or pregnancy
- Be under the age of 45;
- Have at least three years of relevant working experience;
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s applicants) or a Master’s degree (for Doctoral applicants);
- Possess relevant educational background or work experience related to the chosen programme;
- Be a public official, senior management staff in organizations or enterprises, or an academic staff or researchers;
- Be proficient in English;
- Demonstrate strong professional development potential and commitment to strengthening cooperation between South Africa and China;
- Not currently studying in China or holding another Chinese government scholarship
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Teaching materials and research costs
- Dissertation supervision
- Monthly stipend
- On-campus accommodation
- Medical insurance
- Once-off resettlement allowance
- Round-trip international airfare (including annual home visits)
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the Chinese Government Scholarship for South Africans are to apply online via the CSC Study in China Scholarships Portal.
- Select:
- Programme Category: Type A
- Agency Number: 00010
- Submit all required documents to your chosen university
Applicants are to copy all submitted documents to: [email protected].
Supporting Documents:
- Completed application form (online + printed copy), for more application instructions, please check Instructions of the CSC Online Application System for MOFCOM Scholarship-CSC programme;
- Certified copies of academic qualifications and transcripts
- Study plan or research proposal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Two recommendation letters:
- One from current employer
- One academic reference
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form
- Proof of English proficiency
- Valid passport copy
- Police clearance certificate (issued within 6 months)
Application Deadline: 20th May 2026
