Do I need to speak Mandarin to study in China?

No. Most fully funded Masters and PhD programmes are taught in English. Chinese-taught tracks bundle a one-year HSK preparation year, also funded.

What does the China student visa (X1) cost for Africans?

X1 visa fees vary by embassy (typically USD 30–125). After admission, your host university issues the JW201/JW202 form needed for the visa.

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China Scholarship Council (CSC) / Ministry of Education of China

All scholarships listed in our database from China Scholarship Council (CSC) / Ministry of Education of China, hosted in China. Each card links to the official sponsor page.

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China hosts more than 50,000 African students each year, with most government-funded programmes taught in English at 280+ designated universities.

Capital: Beijing
Languages: English / Mandarin
Visa: X1/X2 student visa via the nearest Chinese embassy after admission.

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Scholarships from China Scholarship Council (CSC) / Ministry of Education of China

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Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Varies by program (typically Jan–Apr)
The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) is a fully funded award covering bachelor, master and PhD study at 280+ Chinese universities — tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend and comprehensive insurance for international students from Africa.
Award
Fully Funded
Level
Bachelor, Master, PhD
Host country
China
Eligibility: International students; non-Chinese citizens in good health; meet age and academic requirements for the chosen degree level.

History & track record

Founded

Not published

Awards granted

1 listed here

Count of awards we have catalogued

Currently open

1 live · 0 closed for now

In our catalogue since

2026

Latest award added 2026

Every China Scholarship Council (CSC) / Ministry of Education of China award we have listed

2026Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Bachelor, Master, PhD · Fully Funded · Deadline: Varies by program (typically Jan–Apr)

Studying in China — quick answers

Do I need to speak Mandarin to study in China?: No. Most fully funded Masters and PhD programmes are taught in English. Chinese-taught tracks bundle a one-year HSK preparation year, also funded.
What does the China student visa (X1) cost for Africans?: X1 visa fees vary by embassy (typically USD 30–125). After admission, your host university issues the JW201/JW202 form needed for the visa.