I. Program Supported
The program is open to international students demonstrating academic excellence who are applying for:
Postgraduate Programs (Master’s & Ph.D. Degrees)
II. About the Scholarship
The Chinese Government Scholarship – High-Level Postgraduate Program is a full scholarship established by the Ministry of Education of China to support Chinese universities in recruiting outstanding international students for graduate studies in China. China University of Geosciences (CUG) is one of the prestigious universities designated to implement this program, admitting excellent students to Master’s and Doctoral programs.
III. Eligibility
To be considered for High-Level Postgraduate Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Citizenship: Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a valid foreign passport.
2.Conduct: Applicants must have no criminal record and be committed to observing the laws of the People’s Republic of China and the regulations of CUG.
3. Academic & Age Requirements:
Master’s Programs: Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
Ph.D. Programs: Applicants must possess a master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
IV. Language Requirements
| Program Level | Language of Instruction | Requirements & Certifications |
| Master’s & Ph.D | Chinese | HSK: Level 4 or above (Score≥200) |
| Master’s & Ph.D | English | 1. IELTS: ≥ 6.02. TOEFL iBT≥ 803. MOI: Proof of English as Medium of Instruction from previous university4. Other test scores or certificates demonstrating your English proficiency, such as the Duolingo English Test (DET). |
V. Scholarship Coverage
Full Scholarship
1. Tuition: Fully Waived.
2. Accommodation: Fully Waived (on-campus).
3. Monthly Stipend:
• Master’s: 3,000 RMB/month
• Ph.D.: 3,500 RMB/month
4. Insurance Subsidy: 800RMB/year
VI. Academic Programs
1. Available Majors Please refer to the official document “CUG Catalogue of Academic Programs for International Students” for a full list of available master’s, and doctoral programs.
2. English-Taught Master’s Programs
The following Master’s programs are offered in English:
- Geology
- Geological Resources and Geological Engineering (Mineral Resource Prospecting and Exploration)
- Geological Resources and Geological Engineering (Geological Engineering)
- Environmental Science and Engineering
- Groundwater Science and Engineering
- Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
- Computer Science and Technology
- Control Science and Engineering
- Geospatial Science and Technology
- Geology
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Business Administration
- Applied Economics
- Public Administration
Note: All Ph.D. programs at CUG can be conducted in English.
VII. Application Documents
Applicants must upload the following documents on Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be accompanied by notarized translations in Chinese or English):
1. Highest Diploma or Pre-graduation Certificate: Original or notarized copy.
2. Academic Transcripts: Complete transcripts for all semesters corresponding to the highest degree.
3. Passport Personal Information Page: Copy of a valid ordinary foreign passport.
4. Language Proficiency Certificate: Valid HSK, IELTS, TOEFL scores, or MOI certificates as specified in the requirements.
5. Two Recommendation Letters: From two professors or associate professors, written in Chinese or English.
6. Foreigner Physical Examination Form: Must be completed within the last 6 months (expired forms will not be accepted).
7. Non-Criminal Record Report: Issued within the last 6 months.
8. CUG Supervisor’s Recommendation Form for Excellent International Students with the signature of their intended supervisor.
9. Study Plan in Chinese or English (minimum 1,000 words/characters). Doctoral applicants must obtain the signature of their intended Chinese supervisor at CUG.
10. Other Supporting Materials: Such as award certificates, published papers, or other academic achievements.
VIII. Application Procedure
Step 1: Register and log in to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System http://www.campuschina.org
Step 2: Select Type B and enter the code of China University of Geosciences: 10491.
Step 3: Complete the application form, upload all required documents to the CSC portal, and submit your application.
IX. Application Period
October 16th, 2026 – February 28th, 2027
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