Applications are now open for the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) – Silk Road Program for studies at Shanghai University (SHU) in Shanghai. This is a unique opportunity to receive full funding for education at one of the world's top-tier universities.

About Shanghai University (SHU)

Shanghai University is a leading public research university in China, a member of the national “Project 211” and the “Double First-Class” initiative. SHU is ranked 201-300 in the ARWU World University Rankings (2025) and 296th in the U.S. News Best Global Universities (2025). https://apply.shu.edu.cn

The university hosts over 40,000 students, including more than 3,100 international students from over 150 countries.

The “International Talent Development Program” is designed to train high-level professionals in the following fields:

• Museology;

• Cultural Heritage Conservation;

• Design;

• Journalism and Communication.

Available Academic Programs:

1.  Museum Studies (Master’s) – Taught in English or Chinese.

2.  Cultural Heritage (PhD) – Taught in Chinese.

3.  Design (Master’s) – Taught in Chinese.

4.  Journalism and Communication (Master’s and PhD) – Taught in English or Chinese.

Scholarship Coverage (Full Scholarship):

• Full tuition waiver;

• Accommodation (free university dormitory or rental subsidy):

  • Master’s: 700 RMB/month;
  • PhD: 1000 RMB/month;

• Monthly Stipend:

  • Master’s: 3,000 RMB;
  • PhD: 3,500 RMB;

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance (800 RMB/year).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Class of 2026 graduates;

• Graduates from previous years;

• Students with outstanding academic records and a strong interest in international research and education.

Application Deadline: May 10, 2026.

How to Apply?

For further information and application procedures, please contact the International Cooperation Department of your university.

Take this chance to study at one of China’s leading universities and gain invaluable international academic experience!

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