Deadline: 3 December 2023

Applications are now open for the  Yenching Academy of Peking University 2024 - Full Scholarship for Master's Study in China . Peking University's Yenching Academy aims to build bridges between China and the rest of the world through this interdisciplinary master's programme in China Studies.

This initiative brings together young people who have demonstrated a talent for leadership and innovation. At Yenching, they are immersed in an intensive learning environment where they can explore China and its role in the world - past, present and future. The Academy's aim is to mould new generations of global citizens with a nuanced understanding of China.

Yenching Academy offers full scholarships to its scholars and provides them with a wide range of interdisciplinary courses on China in broadly defined fields of the humanities and social sciences. Working closely with their academic mentors, Yenching Scholars create their own study paths, choosing courses in six research areas. They take part in a variety of extracurricular activities and field studies, organised by the Yenching Academy and designed by the scholars themselves. Studying at the Academy is an exceptional opportunity to take part in intercultural exchanges and interdisciplinary learning, developing both personally and professionally.

Benefits

Yenching Academy offers a generous scholarship to all students, including:

• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Monthly stipend
• A return journey fare
• Field study costs

Eligibility

Every year, Yenching Academy enrols approximately 120 new students from mainland China and abroad to study, live and learn together. International students make up around 80% of the student body.

Candidates must have:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in any field, or be currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree programme and be in the process of graduating by 31 August 2024*;
• Outstanding academic record;
• Strong interest in the interdisciplinary study of China;
• A track record of extracurricular achievements, community engagement, social responsibility and leadership potential;
• Proficiency in English.

*Peking University does not allow students to be enrolled in other degree programmes while studying at the university.

Application

Applicants can apply via Yenching Academy's online application portal. Each applicant will create an account on the Yenching Academy admissions portal and submit the following materials in English:

• Completed online application form;
• Personal statement (750 words or less);
• Statement of Research Interest (maximum 1,500 words, excluding restrictions);
• CV;
• Official transcript(s);
• Diploma(s) or Certificate(s) of Enrolment;
• Two letters of academic recommendation;
• English and minimum requirements:
  • IELTS (Academic): General 7.0
  • TOEFL (iBT): General 100
  • Cambridge English Scale (Advanced): General 185
  • CET 6: Total 600
  • TEM 4: Approval level of "良好" or higher

Candidates should note the following:

• Native English speakers and former students of a degree programme taught in English (undergraduate or higher) are not required to provide an English proficiency test.
• The TOEFL and IELTS English proficiency tests must be taken after 1st September 2021. They do not currently accept the TOEFL MyBest Scores, the TOEFL iBT Home Edition or the IELTS Indicator test.
• Successful submission in English: For the IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge tests, they only accept authorisation sent directly to them by these organisations. -Be sure to choose "Yenching Academy of Peking University" as the designated recipient of your appointments when booking your exam time. For the TOEFL, use the institution code: C488.

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