Shenyang Ligong University Application Guidelines For Scholarship

Shenyang Ligong University Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

To meet the growing international demand for Chinese language teachers, facilitate Chinese language education around the world, and support the professional development of Chinese language teachers, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) has established the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (hereinafter referred to as the Scholarship) for eligible Chinese language teachers outside of China. Confucius Institutes, independent Confucius Classrooms, selected HSK test centers, foreign educational institutions, Chinese language teacher training programs/Chinese departments at foreign universities, professional associations for Chinese language teaching, Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad (hereinafter collectively referred to as Recommending Institutions) may recommend outstanding students and in-service Chinese language teachers to further their studies in international Chinese language education and related programs at Chinese universities (hereinafter referred to as Host Institutions).

About Shenyang Ligong University (SYLU)

Shenyang Ligong University (hereinafter SYLU), founded in 1948, is a pilot university of the National Plan for Education and Training of Excellent Engineers, a university to recruit international students with Chinese Government Scholarship and a university approved by the Ministry of Education for recruiting high-level football team.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

SYLU （Shenyang Ligong University）is located in the south bank of splendid Hunhe River of Shenyang, the provincial capital of Liaoning Province, and covers an area of 1,130,000m² with school buildings covering 490,000m². The library occupies an area of 40,000m² with 1,435,500 paper books in the collection. The students’ cultural and sports facilities are all in readiness. A standard stadium and students’ sports center are established, which provide a good foundation for the all-round development of college students.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

SYLU （Shenyang Ligong University）has been vigorously implementing the strategy of “prospering the university by opening up”, constantly exerts its advantages in cooperation with Russia, and strengthens the exchanges and cooperation with countries along the “Belt and Road”. SYLU （Shenyang Ligong University）has established stable cooperative partnerships with many universities and research institutes in Russia, Belarus, Poland, the United Kingdom, the United States, France, Germany, Finland, Canada, Malaysia and other countries. Over the years, SYLU （Shenyang Ligong University）has cultivated more than 5,000 international students from more than 50 countries and regions.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

As one of the authorized host institutions of International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship, SYLU （Shenyang Ligong University） warmly welcome outstanding students and current-employed teachers from all over the world to study at SYLU（Shenyang Ligong University）.

Application Procedures As Follows

I. ELIGIBILITY

a) Be a non-Chinese citizen;

b) Be friendly to China, have no criminal record, abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of the Host Institution;

c) Be in good physical and mental health, be in good academic and behavioral standing;

d) Be interested in Chinese language education and related work; and

e)Be aged between 16 and 35 years on September 1, 2023. The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers may be extended to 45, but those who apply for a scholarship for a Bachelor’s degree shall be younger than 25 under most circumstances.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

II. CATEGORIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

A. Chinese Language Teacher Scholarships

a) Scholarship for One-Year Study Program

① The program commences in September 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of eleven months. International students who have benefited from similar scholarships are not eligible.

② Basic Requirement for HSK

Applicants of Chinese language and literature shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).

Applicants of Chinese language study programs shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3), and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score.

b) Scholarship for One-Semester Study Program

① The program commences either in September 2023 or March 2024, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of five months.

② Applicants holding the X1/X2 visa category are not eligible.

③ Basic Requirement for HSK

Applicants of Chinese language and literature shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.

c) Scholarship for Four-Week Study Program

① The program commences either in July or December 2023, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four weeks.

② Applicants holding the X1/X2 visa category are not eligible.

③ Applicants of Chinese language study, Chinese language plus homestay with a Chinese family program are required to provide an HSK test score. The program may be organized and applied for by a Recommending Institution with 10-15 participants per group. Before the trip, a detailed study plan shall be made in consultation with SYLU and such plan shall be submitted to CLEC for review and approval.

B. Scholarships for Online Programs

a) The Online Program for One-Year Chinese Language Study

① commences in September or March each year.

② Under most circumstances, a score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3) is required, and priority will be given to those who also provide an HSKK test score.

b) The Online Program for One-Semester Chinese Language Study

① commences in September or March each year.

② Under most circumstances, an HSK test score (regardless of level or score) is required.

c) Special Online Study Programs

Please consult SYLU for the eligibility and application for Special Online Study Programs.

NOTE: Scholarships for Online Programs only provide online courses and do not support students’ entry into China. No other scholarship benefits besides tuition waiver are provided.

III. COVERAGE AND CRITERIA FOR INTERNATIONAL CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS SCHOLARSHIP

The Scholarship provides full coverage on tuition fees, accommodation fees, living allowance (four-week study students excluded) and comprehensive medical insurance expenses. The monthly allowance for undergraduates, one-academic-year study students and one-semester students is 2,500 CNY per person. The scholarships for online programs provide support for tuition fees only.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

IV. APPLICATION PROCEDURES to Apply for Shenyang Ligong University

Online application will be available from March 1, 2023 on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship application website (cis.chinese.cn). You may search for Recommending Institutions and Host Institutions(Shenyang Ligong University); submit application materials online (Please select the first school as “Shenyang Ligong University” and the recommending institution from your mother nation); and track the application process. The successful applicant must confirm with SYLU to go through the procedures of studying in China, print out the scholarship certificate online, and register at the SYLU on the designated date as per the Letter of Admission.

Application Deadlines (Beijing Time)

a) For programs commencing in July, applicants must complete their applications by April 15.

b) For programs commencing in September, applicants must complete their applications by May 15.

c) For programs commencing in December, applicants must complete their applications by September 15.

d) For programs commencing in March 2024, applicants must complete their applications by November 15.

CLEC will entrust an expert panel to review the applications. Decisions will be based on HSK and HSKK levels and scores, geographical distribution, and other factors. The results will be published about three months before the program starts.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

V. POLICIES REGARDING IN-SERVICE CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS AND CHINESE BRIDGE WINNERS

a) In-Service Chinese Language Teachers

In-service Chinese language teachers may be exempted from HSK/HSKK certificates if they provide proof of employment and a letter of recommendation from the employer.

b) Chinese Bridge Winners

Applicants who have received the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Certificate during Chinese Bridge competitions may submit their application documents along with their scholarship certificates to the Host Institutions directly at the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website.

For any further inquiries, please contact [email protected].

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

VI. APPLICATION DOCUMENTS FOR APPLY SHENYANG LIGONG UNIVERSITY

All documents provided by the applicants shall be in Chinese or English.

a) A scanned copy of passport photo page;

b) A scanned copy of score reports of the HSK and HSKK tests (within the two-year validity);

c) A reference letter by the head of the recommending institutions;

d) Applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers shall provide proof of employment as well as a reference letter by the employer;

e) Applicants under the age of 18 shall provide certified documents of designation signed by their entrusted legal guardians in China;

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

VII. MISCELLANEOUS

a) Please contact SYLU (Shenyang Ligong University) for curriculum and course listings.

b) Applicants shall be familiar with the admission criteria and application deadlines of SYLU and submit necessary documents accordingly.

c) Please contact SYLU (Shenyang Ligong University) for enrollment matters.

d) Students who fail to pass the pre-enrollment medical examination, withdraw from school before completing the program, fail to register at the university without prior permission, or suspend their studies will be disqualified for the scholarship.

SYLU Application Guidelines 2023 for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship