Sun Yat-sen University CSC Scholarship 2027–2028 | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD

The Sun Yat-sen University CSC Scholarship 2027–2028 is a fully funded scholarship opportunity for international students who want to pursue a Master’s or PhD degree in China. The scholarship is offered under the Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Graduate Program (Type B) and is administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) in cooperation with Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU).

Sun Yat-sen University is one of China’s leading comprehensive research universities, with campuses in Guangzhou, Zhuhai, and Shenzhen. The university offers graduate programs across science, engineering, medicine, economics, management, humanities, social sciences, and other disciplines.

Sun Yat-sen University CSC Scholarship 2027–2028 Details

• Host Country: China
• University: Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU)
• Study Levels: Master’s and Doctoral Degree
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Application Deadline: February 15, 2027

Scholarship Benefits

The Sun Yat-sen University Chinese Government Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship. The scholarship normally provides:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Free university accommodation or accommodation support according to CSC regulations
• Monthly living allowance
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Under the previous CSC funding standard, the monthly stipend was:
  • Master’s students: RMB 3,000 per month
  • PhD students: RMB 3,500 per month

Available Programs

Sun Yat-sen University offers a wide range of graduate programs for international students. The CSC High-Level Graduate Scholarship is intended specifically for students pursuing Master’s and Doctoral degrees.

Master’s Degree Programs

Master’s degree opportunities at Sun Yat-sen University include programs in areas such as:

• Applied Economics
• Finance
• International Business
• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Law
• International Law
• Sociology
• Social Work
• Psychology
• Chinese Language and Literature
• International Chinese Language Education
• Foreign Languages and Literature
• Journalism and Communication
• Library and Information Science
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Geography
• Cartography and Geographic Information Systems
• Remote Sensing Science and Technology
• Marine Science
• Biology
• Ecology
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Electronic Science and Technology
• Information and Communication Engineering
• Computer Science and Technology
• Software Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Basic Medicine
• Clinical Medicine
• Public Health and Preventive Medicine
• Pharmacy

Doctoral Degree Programs

International applicants can also pursue PhD programs in a broad range of disciplines, including:

• Philosophy
• Economics
• Applied Economics
• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Law
• Sociology
• Chinese Language and Literature
• History
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Geography
• Marine Science
• Biology
• Ecology
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Electronic Science and Technology
• Information and Communication Engineering
• Computer Science and Technology
• Civil Engineering
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Basic Medicine
• Clinical Medicine
• Public Health and Preventive Medicine
• Pharmacy

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Sun Yat-sen University CSC Scholarship should generally meet the following requirements:

• Be a citizen of a country other than China
• Hold a valid foreign passport
• Be in good physical and mental health
• Have an excellent academic record
• Demonstrate good conduct
• Meet the academic and language requirements of the selected degree program
• For Master’s Degree Applicants
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
  • Have a strong academic record
  • Normally be 35 years old or younger
• For PhD Applicants
  • Hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification
  • Demonstrate strong academic and research ability
  • Normally be 40 years old or younger
• Language Requirements (Chinese-Taught Programs)
  • HSK Level 5
  • Minimum score of 180
  • Applicants whose previous degree was taught in Chinese may be allowed to submit an official Chinese-medium instruction certificate, subject to university approval.
• English-Taught Programs
  • TOEFL iBT: 79 or above, with at least 15 in each section
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in each component

Applicants whose previous degree was taught entirely in English may be able to submit an official English-medium instruction certificate instead, subject to SYSU approval.

Required Documents

Typical application documents include:

1. Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form
2. Valid passport copy
3. Recent passport-size photograph
4. Highest degree certificate
5. Graduation certificate or expected graduation certificate for current students
6. Complete academic transcripts
7. Language proficiency certificate
8. Two academic recommendation letters
9. Study plan or research proposal
10. Foreigner Physical Examination Form
11. Non-criminal record certificate
12. Other supporting academic documents where required
13. SYSU requires graduate applicants to submit academic recommendation letters from professors, associate professors, or equivalent experts in their field.
14. Master’s applicants must submit a 1,500-character/word study and research plan using the university template.
15. The plan should include academic background, research experience, proposed study, and future goals.

How to Apply for Sun Yat-sen University CSC Scholarship

Applicants normally need to complete applications through both the CSC system and the Sun Yat-sen University application system.

Step 1: Apply Through the CSC Online System

Create an account on the Chinese Government Scholarship application system.

Select:

• Scholarship Program Category: Type B
• Agency Number: 10558
• University: Sun Yat-sen University

Complete the Chinese Government Scholarship application form and upload the required documents. The Type B classification and SYSU Agency Number 10558 are confirmed in the university’s official admission information.

Step 2: Apply Through Sun Yat-sen University

Applicants must also complete an application through the Sun Yat-sen University International Student Application System.

Choose the Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Graduate Program when the corresponding 2027 application option becomes available.

Complete the application form and upload all required supporting documents.

Step 3: Select Your Degree Program

Choose an eligible Master’s or PhD program corresponding to your academic background and research interests.

PhD applicants in particular should carefully review:

• Research area
• Department
• Potential supervisor
• Academic prerequisites
• Language of instruction

before submitting the application.

Step 4: Submit Both Applications

Check that the information submitted to the CSC system and the Sun Yat-sen University system is consistent. Incomplete applications or applications submitted only through one required system may not proceed to scholarship consideration.

Step 5: University Evaluation

Sun Yat-sen University evaluates applicants based on factors such as:

• Academic performance
• Educational background
• Research potential
• Study or research proposal
• Recommendation letters
• Language ability
• Compatibility with the selected program

Departments may conduct interviews, examinations, or other assessments depending on the program.

Step 6: CSC Final Review

Candidates recommended by Sun Yat-sen University are forwarded for further review and final scholarship approval under the Chinese Government Scholarship system. Final admission is therefore not guaranteed simply by submitting an application or receiving a preliminary university recommendation.

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