Chinese Government Scholarship 2026/27 for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD Studies in China Chinese Government Scholarship (administered by China Scholarship Council) in China

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) of South Africa, in partnership with the China Scholarship Council (CSC), is offering the Chinese Government Scholarship for the 2026/27 academic year. This opportunity is open to South African citizens who wish to pursue Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degrees, as well as non-degree Chinese language studies, at participating universities in China. The scholarship program aims to foster international academic exchange and support South African students in advancing their education in a wide range of academic fields.

The scholarship provides comprehensive funding, including full tuition and accommodation, a monthly living allowance, comprehensive medical insurance, and return airfare with additional support from DHET. Applicants must be South African citizens, have achieved a minimum of 60% average in their previous studies, and meet the age and qualification requirements set by the program. The application deadline is 05 January 2026.

To apply, candidates should submit their applications online at www.campuschina.org and email the completed application form, all supporting documents, and proof of submission to [email protected]. For further details and to access the application form, visit the International Scholarships portal of DHET. This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for students interested in studying in China across various disciplines, supported by a fully funded package.