Tianjin University Chinese Government Scholarship 2025

Study in China

Tianjin University (TJU), one of China’s top universities, is offering fully funded scholarships through the Chinese Government Silk Road Program 2025. This prestigious opportunity is open to outstanding international students from Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries.

Funded by the Ministry of Education of China, the program aims to strengthen educational collaboration and train future global leaders.

Programs & Duration

Bachelor’s Degree (Taught in Chinese)

• Specialty Duration: 4–5 years

• Chinese Language Prep: 1 year

• Total: 5–6 years

Master’s Degree

• Taught in Chinese: 2.5–3 years + 1-year Chinese prep = Total 3.5–4 years

• Taught in English: 2–3 years (No language prep)

PhD Degree

• Specialty Duration: 3–4 years

• Chinese Language Prep: 1 year

• Total: 4–5 years

Available Majors

Bachelor’s Programs (Chinese Medium)

• Architecture

• Business Administration

Master’s & PhD Programs (Chinese or English Medium)

• Chemical Engineering

• Chemistry

• Architecture

• Biomedical Engineering

• Business Administration

Note: Final major availability is subject to university confirmation.

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition waiver

• Free on-campus accommodation

• Monthly living allowance:

  • Bachelor: 2,500 RMB

  • Master: 3,000 RMB

  • PhD: 3,500 RMB

• Comprehensive medical insurance

Eligible Nationalities

Applicants must be citizens of these Belt and Road countries:

Pakistan, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Morocco, Nigeria, Thailand, Nepal, Russia

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

• Must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries

• Physically and mentally healthy

• Good moral character

• Abide by Chinese laws and TJU rules

Age & Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s: Under 25, with a high school diploma

• Master’s: Under 35, with a bachelor’s degree

• PhD: Under 40, with a master’s degree

Language Proficiency

• Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 5 (≥180); native/fluent speakers may be exempt

• English-taught programs: TOEFL ≥ 80 or IELTS ≥ 6.0; native speakers are exempt or may provide a letter of instruction in English

Application Process

Required Documents

• Diploma(s) and transcripts (high school, bachelor’s, master’s as applicable)

• Passport copy (valid beyond March 1, 2026)

• Language proficiency certificates

• Resume of academic background

• Study/research plan:

  • Bachelor’s: 600+ words

  • Master’s: 800+ words

  • PhD: 1000+ words

• Two recommendation letters (Master/PhD)

• Physical Examination Form (Foreigner version)

• Non-criminal record certificate

• Guardian consent (if under 18)

• Optional:

  • Acceptance letter from TJU professor (recommended for Master/PhD)

  • Awards, publications, or research work (mandatory for PhD)

  • Architecture applicants: portfolio and presentation video

  • Proof of naturalization (if applicable)

  • Current visa (if already in China)

All documents must be in Chinese or English or accompanied by notarized translations.

How to Apply

1. Register and apply online via: TJU Application Portal

2. Submit all required materials before May 6, 2025

Selection Timeline

Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to study at one of China’s leading universities — fully funded!
Apply before May 6, 2025 and start your academic journey with Tianjin University!