Confucius China Studies Program (CCSP)

Subsidised programmes for academics

The Center for Language Education and Cooperation developed the Confucius China studies program with the aim of encouraging international understanding of China and the Chinese culture in the younger generations, making successful growth in the area of China studies possible, supporting sustainable development of the Confucius Institute, and supporting friendly relationships between China and other countries. The Center for Language Education and Cooperation

The programme consists of six sub-programmes within the humanities and social sciences.

There are a lot of different funding opportunities, which range from support of a doctorate or support in research projects to support with publications and conferences.

The Confucius Institute Munich advises and supports interested parties and applicants from within Bavaria.

I. Joint Research Ph.D. Fellowship

1. Purpose

Support doctoral students (candidates) registered with foreign universities to come to China for study, research and writing of their doctoral dissertations.

2. Duration

From six months to two years.

3. Eligibility

Non-Chinese citizen;
HSK test score level 3 is required, and priority is given to applicants with higher level of proficiency in Chinese under same conditions;
Applicants who are currently participating in Chinese Government Scholarship are not eligible to apply for this Program.

4. Application materials

Ph.D. Study Certificate;
Two letters of recommendation from scholars in related field;
HSK transcript;
Abstract of master's thesis or other academic publications;
Abstract of doctoral dissertation;
A research plan for the study in China;
Priority is given to applicants who obtain a letter of recommendation from local Confucius Institutes.

5. How to apply

The applicant shall submit the online application, and then post the application form and other supporting documents to the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

6. Assessment Process

The Confucius China Studies Program Expert Committee will review the application materials and conduct video interview.

7. Funding

Lodging and living stipend: 80,000 RMB per year
Research fund: 20,000 RMB per yearRound-trip international airfare
Tuition;
Other support provided by the host Chinese university
Expenses for the foreign supervisor’s visit or research in China
Expenses for life and medical insurances in China
Group activities and cultural experience

II. Ph.D. in China Fellowship

1. Purpose

Support foreign students to pursue full-time Ph.D. degrees in the humanities and social sciences at Chinese universities.

2. Eligibility

Non-Chinese citizen;
HSK test score level 5 is required, and priority is given to applicants with higher level of proficiency in Chinese under same conditions;
Applicants who are currently participating in Chinese Government Scholarship are not eligible to apply for this Plan;

3. Application materials

Recognized transcripts of undergraduate and graduate studies, diplomas and copies of all the documents above in Chinese;
HSK transcript;
Abstract of master’s thesis and other academic publications;
A doctoral research statement;
Two letters of recommendation from scholars in related field;
Priority is given to applicants who obtain a letter of recommendation from Confucius Institutes.

4. How to apply

Applicants shall submit the online application at ccsp.chinese.cn, and then post the application forms and other supporting documents to the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

5. Assessment Process

The Confucius China Studies Program Expert Committee will review the application materials and conduct video interview.

6. Funding

Lodging and living stipend: 80,000 RMB per year;
Research fund: 20,000 RMB per year
Round-trip international airfare;
Tuition;
Other support provided by the host Chinese university;
Expenses for life and medical insurances in China.
Group activities and cultural experience.

III. Understanding China Fellowship

A. Visiting Scholar to China

1) Purpose and Eligibility

This program serves to support teachers, researchers, postdoctoral scholars with the credential of assistant professor (or equivalent) and above from foreign universities and academic institutes to undertake research with Chinese researchers in China.

Applicants shall be non-Chinese citizens.

2) Duration

From two weeks to six months.

3) Application materials

An invitation letter from a Chinese university (see Appendix 4);
Summary of academic publications;
A research statement for the visit;
Passport information;
Priority is given to applicants who obtain a letter of recommendation from local Confucius Institutes, or the Chinese Embassy (Consulate) in your country.

4) How to apply

Applicants shall log in on ccsp.chinese.cn, download and fill in the application form, sign it before scanning it and sending it to ccsp@hanban.org, and then post the application forms and other supporting documents required (both Chinese and English versions) in one packet to the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

5) Assessment

Applicants will have a correspondence review from the expert panel of the Confucius China Studies Program.

6) Funding

10000 RMB per month;
Round-trip international airfare (economy class, to be reimbursed against actual cost);
Life insurance during the visit term in China (we will buy for you. Reimbursement is not applicable. )

7) Schedule

After a 3-months expert review, the admitted applicants will receive “Notice of Funding” from the Confucius Institute Headquarters. The according host Chinese universities will be informed simultaneously.

B. Short-term Visit

1) Purpose

The “Understanding China” Short-term Visit program serves to support senior officials from government, education and culture, non-governmental organizations and business.

2) Duration

From two weeks to two months.

3) Application materials

Achievements and rewards;
A statement of purpose for the visit;
Passport information;
Priority is given to applicants who obtain a letter of recommendation from local Confucius Institutes, or the Chinese Embassy (Consulate) in your country.

4) How to apply

5) Assessment

Applicants will have a correspondence review from the expert panel of the Confucius China Studies Program.

6) Funding

Accommodation and travel expenses in China;
Round-trip international airfare (economy class, to be reimbursed against actual cost);
Life insurance during the visit term in China (we will buy for you. Reimbursement is not applicable. )

7) Schedule

After passing a correspondence review from our expert panel, the admitted applicants will receive “Notice of Funding” from the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

C. Chinese Visiting Scholar

1) Purpose and Eligibility

This program serves to support Chinese senior scholars to give credit courses on Chinese economics, business, finance, law, and culture etc. in foreign universities; scholars shall give lectures at Confucius Institutes in the host country or neighboring countries.

2) Duration

From 6 to 12 months. The duration could be extended at the request of the host country and the evaluation of performance accordingly.

3) Application materials

Application form;
Specifications of the credit courses.

4) How to apply

The Headquarters shall select applicants from the candidates’ pool or recruit new candidates at request.
Scholars will be dispatched upon the approval of both Confucius Institute and the Chinese university.

5) Funding

Scholars will be paid according to the standard of Government-sponsored teachers;
Extra research grant will be given to the scholar when needed.

IV. Young Leaders Fellowship

1. Purpose

1) Support outstanding youths who have been awarded at least a Bachelor’s Degree and hold a certain position in the field of politics, economics, finance, law, education, culture, arts, and media to visit China;

2) There are two ways in applying for the grant: (1) a plan will be made by the Headquarters and published at due time through www.hanban.org and ccsp.chinese.cn, applicants can apply accordingly; (2) applicants can make their own visit plan and submit it to the Headquarters;

3) Support senior undergraduates or graduates holding a position in students’ associations at foreign universities to visit China.

2. Duration

From two weeks to six months.

3. Eligibility

Non-Chinese citizen;
Normally under the age of 40;
Being interested in public affairs, and aspired to make positive contributions to the exchange and collaboration between China and other countries.

4. Application materials

Application form;
A letter of recommendation from the current employer and two from other referees;
A statement of purpose for the visit;
Priority is given to applicants who obtain a letter of recommendation from local Confucius Institutes, or the Chinese Embassy (Consulate) in your country.

5. How to apply

Applicants shall log in onccsp.chinese.cn, download and fill in the application form, sign it before scanning it and sending it to ccsp@hanban.org, and then post the application forms and other supporting documents required (both Chinese and English versions) in one packet to the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

6. Assessment Process

Applicants will have a correspondence review from the expert panel of the Confucius China Studies Program.

7. Funding

Accommodation and travel expenses in China;
Round-trip international airfare (economy class, to be reimbursed against actual cost);
Life insurance during the visit term in China (we will buy for you. Reimbursement is not applicable. )

V. International Conference Grant

1. Purpose

The International Conference Grant is aimed at supporting Confucius Institutes, universities, research institutes, and scholars to hold or attend international academic conferences on Sinology and/or China Studies.

2. How to apply

Applicants shall log in onccsp.chinese.cn, download and fill in the application form, sign it before scanning it and sending it to ccsp@hanban.org, and then post the application forms and other supporting documents required (both Chinese and English versions) in one packet to the Confucius Institute Headquarters.

Sponsors of conference shall submit application documents, including the theme, scale, and budget of the conference.
Participators of conference shall submit invitation of sponsors, outline for speech as well as budgets for accommodation, transportation, and registration fees for the conference

3. Assessment Process

The application will be examined and reviewed by the expert panel of the Confucius China Studies Program.

4. Funding

The accommodation and travel expenses of conference speakers;
Registration fees;
Publication fees of conference proceedings.

VI. Publication Grant

1. Purpose and Eligibility

Publication Grant supports foreign scholars to publish or translate relevant monographs, doctoral dissertations, or founding relevant academic journals on Sinology and/or China Studies.

The leading applicant must be non-Chinese citizen, and the book will be published in other countries and areas than P.R.China.

2. Application materials

A brief description of the nature and scope of the publication project and its importance to the field;
At least a 30-pages sample in Chinese;
A budget;
Letters of recommendation from at least 2 referees in the area of the proposal;
Publisher contract or letter of intent from foreign publishers with a specified timeline for completion of the project.

3. How to apply

4. Funding

The grant covers expenses for editing, translation, publication, circulation and advertising. The exact expenses will be approved according to the application.

Applications

The application documentation is online at ccsp.chinese.cn. We are happy to provide advice for your application. Simply arrange a consultation appointment with us.