China-ASEAN Oceanic Scholarship 2025 Now Available

 In collaboration with Zhejiang University (ZJU), the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) of China's Fourth Institute of Oceanography (4IO) has introduced the esteemed "China-ASEAN Oceanic Scholarship for Education of International Graduate Students." This program trains gifted graduate students from ASEAN nations in ocean-related fields with the goal of fostering cooperation in science and education.

Marine science, ocean technology and engineering, and marine information are among the disciplines that students enrolled in this program will have access to. While certain elective courses are offered in Chinese, English serves as the main medium of teaching for required courses. A collaborative supervision approach that combines the knowledge of 4IO in Beihai, Guangxi, and ZJU's Ocean College in Zhoushan, Zhejiang, is advantageous to participants. Programs for master's and doctoral degrees last three and four years, respectively.

Discussion of the 4IO Scholarship

• Complete covering of tuition

• Living allowance per month (CNY 3,500 for PhD students and CNY 3,000 for Master's students)

• Free housing on campus

• Complete health insurance

Qualifications for Eligibility

Candidates must fulfill the following requirements in order to apply:

• possess citizenship in one of the ASEAN member states (Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Brunei Darussalam).

• Maintain good mental and physical health.

• If you are applying for a master's degree, you must have a relevant undergraduate degree and be under 35; if you are applying for a PhD, you must have a master's degree and be under 40.

• Show that you are fluent in English.

Program Specifics

• Ocean Technology & Engineering PhD Program

• Biology and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Electronics Information, Mechanical Engineering, Resource and Environment, and Civil & Hydraulic Engineering are among the professional master's degree programs offered.

• It is advised that candidates get in touch with potential supervisors at ZJU Ocean College beforehand. Supervisors' recommendations will improve an applicant's chances of being chosen.

Important Dates & Schedule

• Deadline to Apply: May 30, 2025

• Procedure for Selection: June 7, 2025

• Notification of Scholarship Offer: July 14, 2025

• Acceptance of Scholarships Deadline: Seven days after the offer is announced

How Do I Apply?

• Go to the Web Portal:

• Official Declaration: 

• Provide the Necessary Information: Complete the study plan, contact data, educational history, and personal information.

• Upload Supplementary Documents: All supporting documentation needs to be in English or have verified translations into the language.