Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, 2022-2023

Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences are now open for application. The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) is a national organization for scientific research, technology transfer and education in agriculture. The Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (GSCAAS) is a higher education institution mainly focusing on graduate education. Numbers of Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences are offered to international students.

These scholarships to study in Asia is are mostly fully funded and aims to support international student willing to conduct research or study at graduate and postgraduate levels. The scholarship program is available for studies in a variety of fields, offered by the university. There is no application fee while applying. The application fee is only charged after admission.

GSCAAS has been ranked among China’s first-class graduate schools, with an overall competitive edge in the disciplines of agriculture. It offers Master’s and Doctoral research programs to international students through 34 institutes of CAAS. The study duration is usually 3 years for both Master’s and Doctoral programs. The instruction language of the graduate programs is mostly English or bilingual (Chinese-English).

Program Details

• Host Institution: Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China.
• Fields of Study: Natural Science, Engineering, Agriculture and Management Science.
• Number of awards: Not Specified.
• Duration: Three years for both Masters and Doctoral degrees.
• Target group: Open to Non-Chinese citizens.

Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Benefits

The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences have different scholarships that provides different benefit for selected applicants as shown below:

I. The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS)

1. A fee waiver for tuition and basic textbooks;
2. Free on-campus dormitory accommodation;
3. Living allowance (per month):
   • Master’s students & Visiting scholars: 3,000 RMB;
   • Doctoral students & Senior visiting scholars: 3,500 RMB.
4. Fee to cover Comprehensive Medical Insurance.

II. The Graduate School of CAAS Scholarship (GSCAASS)

1. A fee waiver for tuition and basic textbooks;
2. Free on-campus dormitory accommodation (supported by GSCAAS supervisor);
3. Research Assistantship (per month, supported by GSCAAS supervisor):
   • Master’s students & Visiting scholars: 3,000 RMB;
   • Doctoral students & Senior scholars: 3,500 RMB.
4. Fee to cover Comprehensive Medical Insurance provided by GSCAAS.

III. The Beijing Government Scholarship (BGS)

1. Exempt from tuition costs for the specific academic year;
2. The GSCAAS supervisor will provide research assistant fellowship;
3. Accommodation fee of on-campus dormitory and
4. Comprehensive Medical Insurance.

IV. GSCAAS-OWSD fellowship for female scientists

1. A monthly allowance to cover basic living expenses such as accommodation and meals while in the host country;
2. A special allowance to attend international conferences during the period of the fellowship;
3. The opportunity to attend regional science communications workshops, on a competitive basis;
4. A return ticket from the home country to the host institute for the agreed research period;
5. Annual medical insurance contribution (USD 200/year), Visa expenses;
6. Study fees (including tuition and registration fees) in agreement with the chosen host institute.

Available Programs at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences for 2022

Below is the list of English taught programs that are offered for 2022 by Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences at Master’s and PhD degree levels. Programs with this * symbol are PhD Programs.

1. Microbiology *
2. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology *
3. Biophysics *
4. Bioinformatics *
5. Agroecology *
6. Protected Agriculture and Ecological Engineering *
7. Agricultural Meteorology and Climate Change *
8. Regional Development *
9. Agricultural Water-Soil Engineering *
10. Agricultural Bio-environment and Energy Engineering
11. Food Science
12. Processing and Storage of Agricultural Products
13. Crop Cultivation and Farming System *
14. Crop Genetics and Breeding *
15. Crop Germplasm Resources *
16. Agro-products Quality and Food Safety *
17. Medicinal Plant Resources *
18. Agro-products Processing and Utilization *
19. Pomology *
20. Vegetable Science *
21. Tea Science *
22. Ornamental Horticulture *
23. Soil Science *
24. Plant Nutrition *
25. Agricultural Water Resource and its Environment *
26. Agricultural Remote Sensing *
27. Agricultural Environmental Science *
28. Plant Pathology *
29. Agricultural Entomology and Pest Control *
30. Pesticide Science *
31. Weed Science *
32. Invasion Biology *
33. GMO Safety *
34. Biological Control *
35. Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction *
36. Animal Nutrition and Feed Science *
37. Special Animals Rearing (including Silkworm, Honeybees, etc.) *
38. Environmental Science & Engineering of Livestock and Poultry *
39. Preventive Veterinary Science *
40. Chinese Traditional Veterinary Science *
41. Veterinary Pharmaceutics *
42. Utilization and Conservation of Grassland Resource *
43. Forage Genetics, Breeding and Seed Science *
44. Forage Production and Utilization *
45. Agricultural Economics & Management *
46. International Agricultural Trade *
47. Agricultural Information Management *
48. Agricultural Information Analytics *

Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Eligibility

To apply for Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, a candidate must meet the following criteria:

• Non-Chinese citizens;
• Healthy and willing to abide by the Chinese laws and decrees;
• Master’s programs: holds a Bachelor’s degree and is under the age of 35;
• Doctoral programs: holds a Master’s degree and is under the age of 40;
• Visiting Scholar: has at least two years of undergraduate studies and is under the age of 35;
• Senior Visiting Scholar: holds a Master’s or higher degree, or has an academic title of associate professor or higher, and is under the age of 40.
• English and/or Chinese proficiency.

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How to Apply for Scholarships at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Eligibility

Those who would like to apply for the Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences need to follow the instructions below. Candidates are also required to upload necessary documents to the online system. Due to COVID-19, applicants are no longer required to send application materials to the university by post.

A. Fill the CAAS application Form

Fill the application Form for Study in CAAS through the online platform which is also available on the official page. For Part II of the Form, please leave it blank, this part is to be filled in by the applicant’s supervisor and the host institution. Please choose the major and host supervisor cautiously and submit your application after a thorough discussion with the expected supervisor.

B. Fill the CSC Application Form (Only for Chinese Government Scholarship applicants)

Fill in the CSC Application Form. Select the appropriate program category and type in the Agency No. Please download the completed form and upload it as an attachment in the “Add supporting documents” section of the GSCAAS online application system.

Required Documents

1. Photocopy of passport (with at least 2 years’ validity) – the personal information page;
2. Highest diploma (notarized photocopy);
3. Academic transcripts of the most advanced studies (notarized photocopy);
4. Two reference letters from two Professors or experts with equal titles in related fields;
5. CV and research proposal (no less than 500 words);
6. Language Proficiency Requirements: English Language Certificate; Or score reports of TOEFL, IELTS, CEFR, etc.; Or score reports of the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK);
7. Photocopies of degree thesis abstract and abstracts of maximum of 5 representative academic papers;
8. No Objection Certificate from employer for employed candidates;
9. Foreigner Physical Examination Form;
10. Acceptance letter (optional). Applicants with acceptance letter from CAAS professors are preferred.
11. Non-criminal record report. The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.

For any question about this scholarship program, please contact the coordinator Ms. Qin Yilei, International Education Office, the Graduate School of Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, E-mail: [email protected].

The deadline to submit applications for the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences is April 30th, 2022. For more information on the Scholarships at The Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, please visit the official page and read the CSC Scholarship Application Tips and Tricks. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.