FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW
- Organization: UNESCO & Government of China
- Program: UNESCO China Fellowship 2026 – Master’s, PhD, and Research Programs
- Location: China
- Program Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 23rd January 2026
About UNESCO China Fellowship 2026
The UNESCO China Fellowship 2026 is a fully funded scholarship program aimed at supporting talented international students and researchers from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, and the Arab world. The fellowship allows recipients to pursue advanced studies, research, or a master’s/doctoral degree at a Chinese university under designated supervisors.
This program is co-sponsored by UNESCO and the Chinese government to advance human resource development, strengthen international exchanges in education, culture, science, and technology, and promote global cooperation.
A total of 27 fellowships are available for the 2026 academic period, which begins in September 2026.
Fellowship Details
- Number of Fellowships: 27
- Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, Research Programs
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded (Tuition, Living Allowance, Accommodation, Medical Insurance, International Airfare, Additional Allowances)
- Eligible Nationality: International Students (Selected Countries)
- Location: China
- Duration: Research Program – 1 Year | Master’s – 2 Years | PhD – 5 Years
- Application Method: Apply via your home country’s National Commission for UNESCO
Financial Benefits
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly living allowance
- On-campus accommodation
- Medical insurance
- International airfare travel tickets
- Additional monthly allowances
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must belong to Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, or the Arab States
- Master’s candidates: under 35 years old with a bachelor’s degree
- PhD candidates: under 40 years old with a master’s degree
- Senior scholarships: under 50 years old with a master’s degree or equivalent
- General scholarships: under 45 years old with a high school diploma
- Proficiency in English is required
- Only newly admitted students or researchers can apply
Eligible Countries:
Africa, Asia-Pacific, Arab States, Latin America & Caribbean, Europe (full list provided in the program guidelines)
How to Apply
- Review the scholarship guidelines carefully.
- Contact your home country’s National Commission for UNESCO to begin the application.
- Submit the online application and required documents via your National Commission and the official portal.
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