Scholarship - Study in China | 奖学金 - 留学中国

Explore Mandarin Study Opportunities in China

We highly recommend studying at our partner universities, Nanjing University (NJU) and Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU), among the many excellent options across China.

Our recommendations are exclusively for Mandarin students, learners, and non-specialist Chinese course students from the School of East Asian Studies (SEAS) at the University of Sheffield. Please get in touch if you are related to our university. 

Prospective applicants MUST consult us for guidance and obtain a required recommendation letter before submitting their applications.

Application Guidelines for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2025

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2025 国际中文教师教学金申请办法 (2025年) 

With Appendix 1: Coverage and Standard for the Scholarship

          Appendix 2: List of Application Materials for the Scholarship

Eligibility

a) Non-Chinese citizen.

b) Have no criminal record, abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of the Host institution.

c) In good physical and mental health, be in good academic behavioural standing. 

d) Be interested in Chinese language education and related work;

e) Be aged between 16 and 35 (as of September 1^st, 2025).  The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers may be extended to 45, but those who apply for a scholarship for a Bachelor's degree shall be younger than 25 under most circumstances.

Applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers shall not be over 45, while undergraduate student applicants shall not be over 25.

Scholarship Categories

1. Scholarship for Doctor’s Degree in International Chinese language education.

2. Scholarship for Master’s Degree in International Chinese language education.

3. Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in International Chinese language education.

4. Scholarship for One-Year Study Programme

5. Scholarship for One-Semester Study Programme

6. Scholarship for Four-Week Study Programme

Four-week Mandarin Study Scholarship at BLCU 

Calling all learners at the Confucius Institute and students from the School of East Asian Studies or other departments at the University of Sheffield! If you are a non-Chinese citizen aged 16 to 35 with a valid HSK test score report from the past two years, you may be eligible to apply for a four-week scholarship to study Mandarin in China.

Scholarship Details:

• Programme Dates: 15th July – 14th August 2025
• Duration: Up to four weeks
• Eligibility: Non-Chinese citizens aged 16–35 with a valid HSK test score

Scholarship Coverage: The scholarship supports tuition, accommodation, living allowance (excluding four-week study program students) and comprehensive medical insurance.

Application Deadline: Submit your application by April 15, 2025, Beijing Time.

Application process

The application must be completed through online registration and submission at cis.chinese.cn. 

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility, Documents and Inform us

• Ensure you meet the scholarship requirements.
• If you do not have a valid HSK Score Report (dated within the last two years), take a HSK test on Sunday, 9th March 2025 (register before 25 February).
• Inform us of your intent to apply so we can assign a teacher or staff member to assist you with the online application.
• Gather all necessary documents and check their validity (e.g., renew your passport if needed).

Step 2: Register

• Create an account using a sensible username, such as your full name.
• Search for the recommending institution: 英国谢菲尔德大学孔子学院 (Sheffield Confucius Institute).
• Select the appropriate scholarship type as part of your registration, e,g. Four-week Scholarship.

Step 3: Log In & Complete Your Application

• Fill out the online application form, saving your progress along the way.
• Draft a personal statement in Chinese with support from an assigned teacher at the Confucius Institute.
• For the Host University in China, select Beijing Language and Culture University.

Step 4: Upload Required Documents

• Upload all required documents in PDF or JPG format (not Word documents or phone camera images).
• Contact us to obtain a Certification of CI Learner and a Recommendation Letter.
• Your application must be reviewed by a staff member or teacher at Sheffield Confucius Institute before submitting.

Step 5: Track Your Application

• Monitor your application status, comments, and results as outlined in the Application Guidelines.
• Application results are typically published around three months before the programme starts.

Step 6: Confirmation, Visa and Travel Arrangements

• Keep an eye out for the Scholarship Award  email notification. Follow the instructions, confirm the scholarship acceptance with the host institution and complete the required procedures.
• Print your Scholarship Certificate.
• Print Letter Admission.
• Print Study in China - Visa Supporting Form.
• Apply for a visa at http://manchester.china-consulate.gov.cn/eng/visa/visa/ or London.
• Book flights as per your Letter of Admission.

Additional Notes

• Visa application and flight booking are your responsibility.
• Sheffield Confucius Institute will host a pre-departure meeting and a post-scholarship meeting to support students before and after their studies in China.

Application Deadlines (Beijing Time) 

For more information, contact:

 Email: confucius@sheffield.ac.uk  Telephone: 0114 2228332