Chinese Government 2023 Scholarship for South African Students

The scholarship is offered for undergraduate (Bachelors) in the identified scarce skills, postgraduate (Masters or PhD) or non-degree Chinese language studies. Bachelor’s degree scholarships are taught in 
Chinese and will only be awarded to applicants who already have the required level of Chinese proficiency (HSK 5 or above). Preference is given to applications for postgraduate studies.

• Table of Content
• About Chinese Government
• Chinese Government Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Chinese Government Scholarship
• Chinese Government Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Chinese Government Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Chinese Government Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Chinese Government Scholarship

The Chinese Government provides the following:

• Chinese language studies Tuition
• Accommodation
• Stipend
• Medical Insurance

The South African Government provides the following (subject to the availability of funds):
–    One return economy airfare;
–    Quarterly stipend;
–    Once-off settlement allowance;
–    Research funding (postgraduate only)
–   Visa costs;
–   Compulsory orientation programme before departure

Successful scholarship applicants will be required to sign a contract and return to South Africa upon 
completion of studies

Chinese Government Scholarship Courses

• Agriculture
• Biotechnology
• Chinese language studies
• Computer Science
• Engineering Sciences
• Environment and Climate change
• Food Science
• Hydrogeological Engineering
• Maritime Studies
• Natural and Physical Sciences
• Nuclear and Renewable Energy
• Space Science and Technology
• Telecommunication

Requirements for Chinese Government Scholarship Qualification

• South African citizens in good health (medical check will be required for successful applicants);
• Strong academic record with a minimum 65% average in previous studies;
• Availability to study in China from September 2023;
• Demonstrated interest in China and commitment to the development of South Africa;
• Applications in all fields of study except medicine will be considered;
• Applicants must meet the minimum academic requirements for entry into a similar programme at a South African university.
• Bachelor’s applicants must have HSK 4 level language certificate and be willing to study in Chinese, applications without a HSK level 4 language certificate will be automatically disqualified.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Complete the DHET application form and email it with all supporting documents to [email protected] by 30 Jan 2023.

For more details, visit the website.