[Call for applications] 2024 “China Studies Program” Aspiring Camp

1.Overview

The “China Studies Program” (CSP) Ph.D. Fellowship, established by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) in collaboration with leading Chinese universities and renowned scholars, is designed to support outstanding young international scholars with an interest in Sinology and China Studies. The program offers opportunities to pursue doctoral degrees or conduct fieldwork in China, aiming to cultivate young scholars with a global academic perspective, a solid understanding of international academic standards, and the ability to engage in international academic exchange and research.

Since 2013, the CSP Ph.D. Fellowship Program, comprising the “Doctoral Degree Fellowship in China” and the “Joint Doctoral Training Fellowship,” has supported over 1,000 outstanding young scholars from more than 90 countries in pursuing doctoral degrees or conducting academic research in China.

CLEC organizes the annual CSP Aspiring Camp to support international students with academic potential and interest in gaining deeper insights into the current state and future directions of Sinology and China Studies in the new era. The camp invites renowned experts in the field to deliver lectures on cutting-edge developments, provide academic research advice, guide Ph.D. applications, discuss academic career paths, and offer assistance with academic writing, empowering young scholars to enhance their research skills.

Below is the introduction to the 2024 “China Studies Program” Aspiring Camp. We welcome your applications!

2.Theme:

Sinologies and China Studies in the New Era:

Questions, Methods and Countermeasures

3. Content

3.1 Lectures: Experts in relevant fields will be invited to discuss cutting-edge topics in the fields of traditional Sinology, contemporary Chinese studies, linguistics and teaching Chinese as a Second language.

3.2 Academic Counseling: Experts will provide guidance on research plans and academic career development for students interested in pursuing doctoral studies or conducting in-depth research in China.

3.3 Experience Sharing: Former and current CSP fellows will share their insights on applying to the program, conducting library research, finding field-work location and student life at Chinese universities.

3.4 Introduction to CSP and Partner Universities: The Secretariat will provide a detailed overview of the “China Studies Program” and its application process. Partner universities will give brief introductions to their academic disciplines and faculty members.

3.5 Program Report: Students are required to submit a 2,000-word final report within two weeks after the camp concludes. They will receive feedback from the instructors.

4.Time: December 21 to December 23, 2024

5.Format: The camp will be held online via Zoom or VooV Meeting.

6.Application Requirements

6.1 Non-Chinese Citizens

6.2 HSK level 3 or above

6.3 Master degree or above

6.4 Applicants interested in CSP Ph.D. Fellowship

7.Application Instructions

Please click hereto download the handbook, Please click here to download the handbook, then visit the Project Management Platform website to register and log in. Website: http://www.chinese.cn/page/#/pcpage/new_service

Application for the camp closes on December 18, 2024.

8.Criteria for Completion of the Camp

8.1 Attendance rate of 90% or above.

8.2 Submission of a 2,000-word program report by January 6th, 2025.

8.3 The program will recognize outstanding students based on their learning attitude and final reports.

8.4 Students who meet the completion criteria will receive a certificate of completion. Outstanding students will also be awarded a letter of recommendation.

9.Contact US

Renmin University of China

Tel: (86-10) 62513770

E-mail: hantui@ruc.edu.cn

Center for Language Education and Cooperation

E-mail: wangxinsheng@chinese.cn