海南师范大学2023年国际中文教师奖学金申请办法（英文版）.pdf
海南师范大学2023年国际中文教师奖学金申请办法（英文版）.pdf
Hainan Normal University Application Guide for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2023 For the purpose of satisfying the growing demands of the international community for Chinese language teachers and facilitating Chinese language education in other countries, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) will continue with the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship. As a host institution, we will provide the following scholarship types in 2023. ELIGIBILITY a) Non-Chinese citizens; b) Should be friendly to China, have no criminal record, and abide by the laws and regulations of the Chinese government and the rules and regulations of the school; c) In good physical and mental conditions, and with good academic performance and conduct; d) Aspiring to work in the Chinese language education and related fields; e) Aged between 16 and 35 (as of September 1st, 2023). with the special allowance for the age limit of 45 for applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers and that of 25 for undergraduate student applicants. SCHOLARSHIP TYPES AND QUALIFICATIONS A. Chinese Language Teacher Programme a) Scholarship for Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (MTCSOL) The program commences in September 2023 and provides scholarship for a maximum of two academic years. Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree, and have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) as well as 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide a work contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or a proof to the same effect. b) Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (BTCSOL) The program commences in September 2023 and provides scholarship for a maximum of four academic years. Applicants shall hold a senior high school diploma and a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 4) as well as 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). c) Scholarship for One-Academic-Year Study The program commences in September 2023, and provides scholarship for a maximum of eleven months.International students who have benefited from similar scholarships are not eligible. i. TCSOL Applicants shall have a minimum score of 270 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required. ii. Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History, Chinese Philosophy, etc. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). iii. Chinese Language Study Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3). Priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score. d) Scholarship for One-Semester Study The 2024, program and commences either in September 2023 or March provides scholarship of a maximum of five months. Applicants holding the X1 or X2 visa are not eligible. i. TCSOL, Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese History, Chinese Philosophy, etc. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required. ii. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Taiji Culture An HSK test score is required. Priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score. B. Scholarship for Online Programmes a) Online Programme for One-year Chinese Language Study commences in September or March each year. A general Chinese proficiency test score of 180 in HSK (Level 3) is required, and HSKK scores are preferred. b) Online Programme for One-Semester Chinese Language Study commences in September or March each year. Generally, applicants must have an HSK score (no specific requirements for level or score). c) For Special Online Study Programme, please consult us for the details. APPLICATION PROCEDURES Online registration will be available from March 1, 2023 on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship application website (cis.chinese.cn). Applicants should go to our official website( http://study.hainnu.edu.cn/) to do the online application. Please log on to search for recommending institutions and host institutions; upload application materials online; and track the application progress, comments and result. Scholarship holders need to confirm with the host institutions to go through the procedures of studying in China, print out the scholarship certificate online, and register at host institutions on the designated date as per the letter of admission. The application deadlines (Beijing Time) are: a) For programs commencing in September, student application must complete before May 15th; recommending institutions and host institutions must complete review before May 25th; b) For programs commencing in March 2024, student application must complete before November 15th,2023; recommending institutions and host institutions must complete review before November 25th, 2023. CLEC will entrust an expert panel to review the applications. Decisions will be made based on HSK and HSKK scores and levels, and in consideration of country distribution as well as other factors. The results will be published about three months before school starts. Policies Regarding Currently Employed Chinese Language Teachers and Chinese Bridge Award Recipients a) Currently employed Chinese language teachers: Currently employed Chinese language teachers applying for the scholarships can be exempted from submitting Chinese Language Proficiency Test (HSK) certificates if they can provide proof of employment and a letter of recommendation from the institution where they work. b) Chinese Bridge Award Recipients: Chinese Bridge winners who have been awarded the 2023 International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Certificate shall log onto the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website and submit documents to relevant host institutions upon presentation of their scholarship certificates. For inquiry, please contact chinesebridge@chinese.cn. OTHERS a) Please contact us for curriculum and course listings. b) Applicants shall be familiar with the specific criteria and deadlines for registration, and submit necessary documents according to specific requirements. c) Degree students are subject to the annual assessment according to the Annual Appraisal Procedures of International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship. d) For enrollment and other matters, please contact the host institutions. e)Students who fail to pass the pre-enrollment medical examination, withdraw from school midway, or fail to report to school or suspend their studies without permission will be disqualified for scholarship. CONTACT HAINAN NORMAL UNIVERSITY International Education School，Hainan Normal University Add.: 99 South Longkun Rd., Haikou City, Hainan Province Email: 570010@hainnu.edu.cn Tel: +86-898-65819460 Fax: +86-898-65819460 Website: http://gjwh.hainnu.edu.cn/ Wechat: Hainannu Appendix 1 Scholarship Coverage and Criteria 2 Application Documents for Scholarship International Education School，Hainan Normal University January, 2023 Appendix 1 Confucius Institute Scholarship Coverage and Criteria The Scholarship provides full coverage on tuition fee, accommodation fee, living allowance and comprehensive medical insurance expenses. a) Tuition is under the overall planning and utilization of host institutions to provide teaching and management of scholarship students organizing cultural and social activities, as well as organizing Chinese language proficiency tests. Tuition fee does not cover the textbook expenses and tourist tickets. b) Accommodation fee is under the overall planning and utilization of host institutions to provide students with in-campus apartments (usually double rooms). Students may also live off-campus upon application and getting permission from the host institutions. Students who live off-campus are entitled to accommodation allowance of 1000 CNY per person/month for doctoral students and 700 CNY per person/month for other students paid on a monthly / quarterly basis from the host institutions. c) Living allowance is granted by host institutions on a monthly basis. The monthly allowance for undergraduates, one-academic-year study students and one-semester students is 2,500 CNY per person. For MTCSOL student, the monthly allowance is 3,000 CNY per person. Students are required to complete enrollment procedures for every semester within stipulated period; otherwise, their scholarship may be cancelled. Students who are enrolled before the 15th (or on the 15th) of the month are entitled to the full allowance of that month while those enrolled after the 15th of that month are only entitled to half of the amount. During the study period, for any student who is absent from China due to personal reasons for more than 15 days (excluding winter and summer holidays), the allowance during absence will be suspended. For students who suspend study or drop out of school for personal reasons, or who are given disciplinary punishment by the host institutions, allowance will be terminated on the date of such suspension, dropping out or when the decision of such punishment is announced. The living allowance for the month of graduation will be granted half a month after the date of graduation or expiration day of the study confirmed by host institutions. Comprehensive medical insurance is purchased by the host institutions in accordance with relevant regulations of studying in China stipulated by the Ministry of Education of China. Insurance fee per person is 400 CNY for one-semester students, and 800 CNY per year for students engaged in program longer than one academic year. Appendix 2 Application Documents for Confucius Institute Scholarship A. For all applicants 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) certificate of no criminal conviction B. For degree scholarship program applicants a) a certification of the highest education diploma (or proof of expected graduation) and an official transcript. b) applicants of the Scholarship for MTCSOL students are required to provide 2 reference letters from professors or associate professors. Priority will be given to applicants who may provide a work contract with a teaching institution or relevant proof upon completing their studies in China. C. Applicants currently working as Chinese language teachers shall provide proof of employment as well as a reference letter by the employer. D. Applicants under the age of 18 shall provide certified documents of designation signed by their entrusted legal guardians in China.