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Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO/People’s Republic of China (The Great Wall) Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The UNESCO/China Great Wall Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme (2026–2027) is designed to strengthen human resource development in developing countries and promote international exchange in education, culture, science, and technology.
Academic Benefits
Fully funded study opportunities at selected Chinese universities.
Choice between Visiting Scholar programmes (1 year) or Master’s/Doctoral programmes (2–5 years).
Access to advanced research facilities and supervision from experienced professors.
Programmes taught in English or Chinese, depending on the university and field of study.
International Exposure
Promotes cross-cultural exchange among scholars from 135 developing countries.
Builds global networks in education, science, culture, and technology.
Strengthens friendship and cooperation between China and participating nations.
Financial & Logistical Support
Coverage of tuition fees.
Provision of accommodation at host universities.
Living allowance to support daily expenses.
Medical insurance during the study period.
Career & Personal Development
Enhances academic qualifications with internationally recognized degrees.
Opens pathways for research collaboration and future academic opportunities.
Builds professional skills and knowledge in specialized fields.
Increases competitiveness in the global job market.
Nationality: Must be from invited Member States.
Age & Education:
General Scholar: High school diploma, ≤45 years.
Senior Scholar: Master’s degree/associate professor, ≤50 years.
Master’s: Bachelor’s degree, ≤35 years.
Doctoral: Master’s degree, ≤40 years.
Language: English proficiency required; HSK Level 3–4 for Chinese-taught programmes.
Health: Must be in good mental and physical health.
University Admission: Candidates meeting admission requirements of Chinese universities are prioritized.
Read Guidelines carefully.
Contact National Commission for UNESCO in your country for national-level procedures.
Apply online via the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (campuschina.org).
Submit documents to your National Commission by 23 January 2026.
Nomination: Only applications nominated by National Commissions are accepted.
Final Submission: National Commissions must send nominations to UNESCO by 10 February 2026.
Apply for UNESCO/People’s Republic of China (The Great Wall) Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme
