Dalian University of Technology (DUT) China Scholarship Council (CSC) High‑Level Postgraduate Program for 2026
- Omran Aburayya
- 4 days ago
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Updated: 3 days ago
If you are an ambitious postgraduate applicant exploring international opportunities, the fully‑funded scholarship at Dalian University of Technology (DUT) under the China Scholarship Council (CSC) “High‑Level Postgraduate Program” for 2026 is now open for applications. This is an excellent chance to pursue your Master’s or PhD in China — free of tuition, supported by a stipend, and immersed in a vibrant academic and cultural setting. Here's everything you need to know
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Dalian, Liaoning Province, People’s Republic of China
Host institution: Dalian University of Technology (DUT)
Study level: Master’s (3 years) and Doctoral (4 years) programmes under the CSC “High‑Level Postgraduate Program”.
Target group: International (non‑Chinese) students in good health; Master’s applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old; PhD applicants must hold a Master’s degree and be under 40 years old.
Fields of study: Broad range of disciplines including engineering, science, management, economics, humanities etc. For example, lists include Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Science & Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Business Administration, etc.
Value & coverage:
Full tuition waiver.
Free on‑campus accommodation.
Monthly living allowance: Master’s students receive CNY 3,000/month; PhD students receive CNY 3,500/month.
Comprehensive medical insurance provided.
International travel costs: self‑funded (i.e., the scholarship does not cover air tickets).
Duration: 3 years for Master’s; 4 years for PhD. The duration is fixed at admission and normally not extendable.
Application deadline: From 1 November 2025 to 15 February 2026 (for the 2026 intake) — note: previous years list until 15 February of the preceding year.
Start date: Enrollment in September 2026; admission notices typically issued around July–August 2026.
📚 Scholarship Overview
The CSC “High‑Level Postgraduate Program” at DUT is a strategic initiative by the Chinese Ministry of Education (via the China Scholarship Council) that allows leading Chinese universities to admit outstanding international students directly for graduate studies. DUT, as a “Double First Class” / 211/985 Project institution, offers this opportunity to transform global talent through a full scholarship package, combining high‑level academic programmes with cultural immersion.
The curriculum and activities depend on your chosen programme and supervisor at DUT. For many engineering or science programmes, the structure will typically involve:
coursework in the first year(s) (for Master’s or early PhD phase)
research work supervised by a faculty member (often culminating in thesis/dissertation)
participation in seminars, workshops and possibly collaborative research or industry link‑ups (especially given DUT’s strong engineering/research profile)
Chinese‑language and culture integration (especially if you enrol in a Chinese‑taught programme)
Student life includes on‑campus accommodation, orientation programmes for international students, and access to research facilities and laboratories at DUT in Dalian.
🎁 Benefits of the Programme
Full financial coverage: Tuition fully waived; accommodation on‑campus provided; monthly living allowance ensures you can cover your day‑to‑day expenses in Dalian.
Quality academic and research environment: DUT is a top Chinese university in engineering and technology, giving you access to strong faculty, laboratories, and peer networks.
International experience: Studying in China offers exposure to a dynamic economy, global research collaborations, and cross‑cultural competence — valuable for your career and PhD aspirations.
Advancement toward research/PhD: For Master’s recipients the programme can serve as a springboard to either continue into a PhD (in China or elsewhere) or launch into research roles globally.
Language and cultural enrichment: If you choose a Chinese‑taught programme, you will improve Chinese language skills (HSK requirement) and gain deeper understanding of China’s industrial/logistics/transport infrastructure — which ties to your safety engineering focus.
Networking opportunities: International cohort, faculty connections, potential collaboration via DUT’s engineering and logistics hubs.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Be a non‑Chinese citizen in good health.
For Master’s: hold a Bachelor’s degree, under age 35.
For PhD: hold a Master’s degree, under age 40.
Meet the language requirement for the programme:
Chinese‑taught programmes: HSK certificate (2‑year validity), for science/engineering/economics/management majors: HSK Level 4 with ≥180; for humanities/foreign languages majors: HSK Level 5 with ≥180.
English‑taught programmes: typically TOEFL ≥ 80 or IELTS ≥ 5.5 or Duolingo ≥ 100; or certificate that previous instruction was in English; native English‑speakers may be exempt.
Obey Chinese laws, respect Chinese customs, have good moral character (some sources mention this as part of CSC general rules).
Meet the admission requirements of the chosen DUT programme (e.g., research background, recommendation letters, supervisor approval where needed).
📝Application Procedure
Apply online via the CSC Application System (choose Category B, use DUT Agency Code 10141).
Apply online via DUT’s School of International Education portal – select project “Scholarship”.
Submit all required application materials by the deadline. Ensure both systems show your application number. Failure to have your information verified in the CSC system or DUT system will lead to cancellation.
After review and nomination by DUT, the CSC will approve and admission notices will be sent around July‑August 2026 for those selected; enrollment in September 2026.
🗂️ Documents required
CSC Scholarship Application Form (printed and signed after online submission).
DUT Application Form (online form via DUT portal).
Notarized highest diploma (Bachelor’s for Master’s, Master’s for PhD) + if still completing studies, a certificate of enrolment. Documents in other languages must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized.
Academic transcripts (all semesters from undergraduate onward). Non‑English/Chinese must be translated and notarised.
Study plan or research proposal (no less than 1,000 words) in Chinese or English – detail your major, research field, and sign by DUT supervisor if possible.
Two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors at the university you graduated from.
Foreigner Physical Examination Form (completed in English; must include photo, physician’s stamp, signature) and Blood Test Report (including HIV, Syphilis/VDRL, HBsAg, HCV).
Photocopy of passport photo page + one blank visa page (ordinary passport should be valid through September 2026 or beyond).
Language proficiency certificate (HSK for Chinese-taught; TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo for English‑taught; or certificate of English as instruction).
Certificate of no criminal conviction (valid for 6 months) or No Criminal Record Commitment if cannot provide yet.
Optional / additional materials: Acceptance letter from DUT supervisor (helpful but not compulsory); employment certificate (if applicable); copy of visa (for applicants already in China); one photo (3x4 cm).
🗂️ Resources
You can access all forms and Available study programs listed as PDF documents at the end of this webpage
ℹ️Additional Information & Notes
The scholarship usually does not allow change of institution, major or study duration once the admission notice is issued.
DUT’s website emphasises that the scholarship is for the duration of the study period determined at admission; extensions are not typically granted.
Check the specific major list (for your target year 2026) on DUT’s website (attachments 6‑9 in DUT’s document list) to verify whether the programme you want is English‑taught or Chinese‑taught.
Living costs in Dalian tend to be lower than in major Chinese cities like Beijing/Shanghai; still the stipend plus the accommodation waiver is a very good foundation. Some sites estimate monthly living cost for international students in Dalian around RMB 2,000‑3,500.
The scholarship covers on‑campus accommodation — off‑campus living may incur extra cost.
Contact information: DUT School of International Education — Tel: +86‑411‑84706048; E‑mail: dutsice@dlut.edu.cn.
