For the purpose of satisfying the growing demand of the internationalcommunity for Chinese language teachers and facilitating Chineselanguage education in other countries,the Center For Language Education And Cooperation will continue with the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship. Confucius Institutes,independently operated Confucius Classrooms, certain HSK test centers, Chinese language (education) departments of foreign universities, professional associations for Chinese language instruction of other countries, Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad (collectively “recommending institutions”) may recommend outstanding students and currently-employed Chinese language teachers to study International Chinese Language Education or related majors in Chinese universities and colleges (“host institutions”).
Central China Normal University(CCNU), as one of the Host Institutions, welcomes applicants all over the world to study at CCNU. Please check the following notice for detailed information:
Ⅰ.The Eligibility of the Scholarship：
1. Non-Chinese citizens;
2. Abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of the school;
3. In good physical and mental conditions, and with a good record of academic performance and conduct;
4. Aspiring to work in the Chinese language education and related fields;
5. Aged between 16 to35( as of 1st March 2023).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.
Ⅱ.Scholarship Programs and Qualificationsfor Application
1.Scholarship for Doctor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education
·The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four academic years.
·Applicants shall hold a Master’s degree in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, linguistics, international Chinese language education, or education-related disciplines. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 200 on the HSK Test (Level 6) and 60 on the HSKK test (Advanced Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect.
2.Scholarship for Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education
·The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of two academic years.
·Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect.
3.Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education
·The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four academic years.
·Applicants shall hold a senior high school diploma and have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).
4.Scholarship for One-Year Study Program
·The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of eleven months. International students who have benefited from similar scholarships are not eligible.
·Applicants of Chinese language study programs shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3), and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.
5.Scholarship for One-Semester Study Program
·The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of five months. Applicants holding the X1/X2 visa category are not eligible.
·Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.
6.Scholarship for Four-Week Study Program
·The program commences either in July or December 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four weeks. Applicants holding the X1/ X2 visa category are not eligible.
·Applicants of Chinese language study, traditional Chinese medicine, Taiji culture, or Chinese language plus homestay with a Chinese family program are required to provide an HSK test score. The program may be organized and applied for by a Recommending Institution with 10-15 participants per group. Before the trip, a detailed study plan shall be made in consultation with the CCNU and such plan shall be submitted to CLEC for review and approval.
Ⅲ.Coverage of the Scholarship
1. Tuition fees;
2. Accommodation fees;
3. Living allowance;
4. Comprehensive medical insurance expenses.
Ⅳ.Application Procedures
1. Log on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship application websiteto search forhostinstitution：Central China Normal University：https://pmplatform.chinese.cn/ui/start/#/login（agency number 10511)；
2. Upload application materials onlineand trackthe application progress, comments and results;
3. Scholarship holders need to confirm with thehost institutions to go through the procedures of studying in China, and print out the scholarship certificate online;
4. Register at Central China University on the designated date written on the letter of admission.
*CCNUiseligible to recommend qualified applicants for the scholarship. If applicants want a recommendation letter from CCNU, please contact cice2@ccnu.edu.cn.
Ⅴ. Application Documents
All the following documents should be in high quality scanned copy :
1. Passport copy (first two pages);
2. Highest degree (degreeor study certificate);
3. Transcripts;
4. HSK certificate、HSKK certificate;
5. Recommendation letter from recommendation agency;
6. Applicants under the age of 18 must submit a certificate of entrustment signed by guardians in China.
7. Applicants of the Scholarship for a Doctor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education are required to provide two reference letters from professors or associate professors or experts with equivalent professional titles in relevant fields and a 3,000-word personal statement written in Chinese (including knowledge of the intended area of study and research proposal). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect.
8. Applicants of the Scholarship for a Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education are required to provide two reference letters from professors or associate professors. Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China.
9. In-service Chinese language teachers shall provide proof of employment and a reference letter from the employer.
Very Important Keys:
* If your degree/ diploma/ study certificate is not in Chinese nor English, please translate and notarize it, then upload both original and notarized versions;
Ⅵ.Application Timeline
·From 2023-03-01to 2023-05-15（For Doctor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education, Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education, Bachelor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education, One-Year Study Program, One-Semester Study Program）；
·From 2023-03-28 to 2023-04-15（For Four-Week Study Program).
Ⅶ. Contact Information
College of International Cultural Exchange, Central China Normal University
Tel: +862767865607 (Ms Zhou);
Email:cice2@ccnu.edu.cn
Address: Central China Normal University, 152 Luoyu Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei, 430079, P.R.C
