Program Introduction
In order to cultivate talents with broad international vision, excellent overall quality, outstanding leadership ability and cross-cultural background in global governance, the Administration Committee of the China Scholarship Council (hereinafter referred to as CSC) implements the Chinese Government Scholarship Program for Excellence in Study in China.
Program Content
1. Student Category: Master Student
2. Language of instruction: English
3. Programs in Central South University (see details at Introduction of the Programs.pdf)
① English-taught master's degree program for mineral and metallurgical talented people
② Civil engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance program
③ English-taught master's degree program for traffic and transportation talented people
4. Training and Funding Period
The program adopts the "1+1" model. Students complete full-time introductory courses and research work in the project institutions in China in the first academic year and complete the dissertation preparation. In the second academic year, students return to their home countries to complete the dissertation based on their own professional work, then come to China to defend the dissertation according to the requirements of the university. The degree will be awarded to the students who are qualified to meet the requirements of the master's degree.
5. Scholarship Type: Full Scholarship
Application Requirements
1. Non-Chinese citizens who are less than 45 years old, and physically and mentally healthy.
2. With a bachelor's degree or above, and at least three years of work experience. A professional study or working background related to the program applied for is preferred.
3. Applicants must be in one of the following four categories.
① Public officials of the government department of the host country at the level of division (or the corresponding level) or above.
② Senior management of institutions and enterprises, etc.
③ Administrative staff of universities and research institutions.
④ People with relevant working or internship experience in international organizations.
4. Receive a pre-admission letter from Central South University, which must contain personal information, admission time, major information and other information necessary for college registration.
Timetable
No. Time Steps Specific Content 1 November 2024-February 2025 Application Preparation Applicants prepare application materials as required and apply for pre-admission letters from Central South University. 2 Before March 15, 2025 Online Application Applicants can apply online at the Chinese Government Scholarship Management Information System 3 April-May 2025 Material Review The China Scholarship Council organizes experts to review the application materials and determine the admission of students. 4 June 2025 Results Release Release of admission results and mailing of admission materials. 5 July-August 2025 Visa Application Visa application and preparation for study in China. 6 September 2025 Coming to China Arrive at the school and complete registration.
Contacts
School of International Education, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
Tel: +86-731-88836410
Fax: +86-731-88836737
Email: csc@csu.edu.cn