For the purpose of satisfying the growing demand of the international community for Chinese language teachers and facilitating Chinese language education in other countries, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) will continue with the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (hereinafter referred to as the Scholarship). Confucius Institutes, independently operated Confucius Classrooms, certain HSK test centers, Chinese language (education) departments of foreign universities, professional associations for Chinese language instruction, Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad (hereinafter collectively referred to as “recommending institutions”) may recommend outstanding students and currently-employed Chinese language teachers for study of International Chinese Language Education or related majors at Chinese universities and colleges (hereinafter referred to as “host institutions”).
As the host institution, Beijing Normal University's enrollment categories in 2023 academic year include Bachelor’s degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (taught at Zhuhai Campus), Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages, one-academic-year study and one-semester study.
I. ELIGIBILITY
a) Non-Chinese citizens;
b) Should be friendly to China, have no criminal record, and abide by the laws and regulations of the Chinese government and the rules and regulations of the school;
c) In good physical and mental conditions, and with a good record of academic performance and conduct;
d) Aspiring to work in the Chinese language education and related fields;
e) Aged between16 and 35 (as of 1 September, 2023), with the special allowance for the age limit of 45 for applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers and that of 25 for undergraduate student applicants.
II. SCHOLARSHIP TYPES AND QUALIFICATIONS
A. Chinese Language Teacher Programme
a) Scholarship for Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (MTCSOL)
The programme commences in September 2023 and provides scholarship for a maximum of two academic years. Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree, and have a minimum score of 220 on the HSK Test (Level 6) as well as 65 on the HSKK test (Advanced Level).
Priority will be given to applicants who may provide a work contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or a proof to the same effect.
b) Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (BTCSOL)
The programme commences in September 2023 and provides scholarship for a maximum of four academic years. Applicants shall hold a senior high school diploma and a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 4) as well as 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).
c) Scholarship for One-Academic-Year Study
The programme commences in September 2023, and provides scholarship for a maximum of eleven months. International students who have benefited from similar scholarships are not eligible.
(1) TCSOL
Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 in HSK 4 and HSKK score.
(2) Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History, Chinese Philosophy, etc.
Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 in HSK 5 and 60 in HSKK (Intermediate Level).
(3) Chinese Language Study
Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 in HSK 3. Priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.
d) Scholarship for One-Semester Study
The programme commences either in September 2023 or March 2024, and provides scholarship of a maximum of five months. Applicants holding the X1 or X2 visa are not eligible.
(1) TCSOL
Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 in HSK 4 and HSKK score.
(2) Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History, Chinese Philosophy, etc
Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 in HSK 5. An HSKK test score is required.
B. Scholarship for Online Programmes
a) Online Programme for One-year Chinese Language Study commences in September or March each year. A general Chinese proficiency test score of 180 in HSK (Level 3) is required, and HSKK scores are preferred.
b) Online Programme for One-Semester Chinese Language Study commences in September or March each year. Generally, applicants must have an HSK score (no specific requirements for level or score).
III. APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Online registration will be available from 1 March, 2023 on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship application website (cis.chinese.cn). Please log on to search for recommending institutions and host institutions; upload application materials online; and track the application progress, comments and results. Scholarship holders need to confirm with the host institutions to go through the procedures of studying in China, print out the scholarship certificate online, and register at host institutions on the designated date as per the letter of admission.
IV. APPLICATION DEADLINES (Beijing Time) :
a) For programmes commencing in July, applicants must complete their applications before15 April, and recommending institutions and host institutions must complete reviewing before 25 April.
b) For programmes commencing in September, applicants must complete their applications before 15 May 15, and recommending institutions and host institutions must complete reviewing before 25 May 25.
c) For programmes commencing in December, applicants must complete their applications before 15 September, and recommending institutions and host institutions must complete reviewing before 25 September.
d) For programmes commencing in March 2024 applicants must complete their applications before 15 November, 2023, and recommending institutions and host institutions must complete reviewing before 25 November, 2023.
V. REGARDING CURRENTLY EMPLOYED CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS AND CHINESE BRIDGE AWAD RECIPIENTS
a) Currently employed Chinese language teachers:
Currently employed Chinese language teachers applying for the scholarships can be exempted from submitting Chinese Language Proficiency Test (HSK) certificates if they can provide proof of employment and a letter of recommendation from the institution where they work.
b) Chinese Bridge Award Recipients:
Applicants who have won the 2023 International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Certificate in various Chinese Bridge competitions should submit their application documents along with their scholarship certificates to relevant host institutions on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website. For further inquiry, please contact chinesebridge@chinese.cn.
VI. DISCLAIMER
a) Applicants shall be familiar with the specific criteria and deadlines for registration, and submit necessary documents according to specific requirements.
b) Degree students are subject to the annual assessment according to the Annual Appraisal Procedures of International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship.
c) For enrollment and other matters during the Covid-19 epidemic, please contact the host institutions.
d) Students who fail to pass the pre-enrollment medical examination, withdraw from school midway, or fail to report to school or suspend their studies without permission will be disqualified for scholarship.
VII. CONTACT
Confucius Institute Headquarters/ Division of Test and Scholarships
129, Deshengmenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
Postcode: 100088
Telephone: 0086-10-58595727
0086-10-58595932 (Asia, Africa)
0086-10-58595999 (US, Canada)
0086-10-58595744 (South America, Oceania)
0086-10-58595875 (Europe)
E-mail: scholarships@chinese.cn
Confucius Institute Scholarship website: www.chinese.cn
Admission Office, Provost’s Office and Academic Affairs, Beijing Normal University
Address: A103, Main Building, No. 19 Xinjiekouwai Street, Haidian District, Beijing, China
Postcode: 100875
Telephone:
0086-10-58805563 (undergraduate program)
0086-10-58802944 (postgraduate program)
0086-10-58804345（non-degree program）
E-mail:
bk@bnu.edu.cn (undergraduate program)
egp@bnu.edu.cn (postgraduate program)
nondegree@bnu.edu.cn (non-degree program)
