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23 June 2025
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) scholarships are available thanks to a partnership with the China Scholarships Council. The scholarships are open to applicants from Mainland China wishing to study for a PhD at Durham. Details of the eligibility criteria along with information specific to applicants applying for this joint scheme are included below for information.
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Scholarship provides |
Full payment of tuition fees Annual allowance Overseas student health cover Return airfare Visa application fees |
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Year of Entry |
Applicants for programmes commencing in 2025 |
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Number of awards available |
25 awards are available in all disciplines |
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Level of study |
PhD (More information on our research degrees.) |
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Mode of study |
Full-time |
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Programmes |
All PhD programmes |
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Duration |
Funding is available for a maximum of 48 months |
Eligibility
Applicant must:
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Be citizens and permanent residents of the People’s Republic of China at the time of application. Chinese students studying overseas may also be eligible for application subject to CSC policies.
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Hold either an unconditional offer for a full-time PhD programme at Durham, or a conditional.
offer with the only condition being “receiving final degrees” (not language).
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Satisfy entry required as outlined by the CSC at the time of application.
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Successful candidates are required to return home upon completion of their studies.
Please note:
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Students who have already commenced their doctoral degree at Durham are not eligible.
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These scholarships cannot be held on a part-time basis.