China Scholarship Council (CSC) – Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme
Value of Award
Full fee waiver and stipend
Eligible Intake
Contact the university
Number of Awards
Not specified
Awarding Institution
Trinity College Dublin, The University Of Dublin
Overview
About the Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
Benefits and Financial Coverage
How to Apply
Application Timeline and Deadlines
Selection Process
FAQ
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Overview
China Scholarship Council (CSC) – Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme
About the Scholarship
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme is designed to provide comprehensive funding to support Chinese students pursuing a PhD degree at Trinity College Dublin. The scholarship encompasses tuition fee waivers along with a stipend covering living costs, health insurance, and travel expenses. The program aims to facilitate academic collaboration and enrich the educational experiences of students from China.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme, applicants must be Chinese citizens and permanent residents of the People's Republic of China (including citizens living overseas under certain conditions). Additionally, candidates are required to be enrolled in a full-time Master's program at a recognized university in China. Academic excellence is a consideration for selection, and applications from students completing their Bachelor's degree who wish to pursue a combined Master-Doctorate program may also be accepted.
Benefits and Financial Coverage
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme offers significant financial benefits including a full fee waiver for tuition costs at Trinity College Dublin. Additionally, successful applicants will receive a stipend to cover living expenses, health insurance, and airfare. This comprehensive funding aims to alleviate the financial burden on students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.
How to Apply
Students interested in applying must first secure a PhD supervisor at Trinity College Dublin.
Separate application processes exist for both the student and the Academic Supervisor for the CSC scholarship.
The application involves submitting necessary documents directly to Trinity College Dublin and through the CSC portal.
Deadlines and specific requirements should be confirmed by contacting the university directly.
Application Timeline and Deadlines
The application deadline for the China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme is set for 14 February 2026. However, it is advised that applicants check with the university for any changes or specific instructions regarding applications.
Selection Process
The selection process for the China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Trinity College Dublin Joint Scholarship Programme is highly competitive. Applications will be evaluated based on academic excellence and alignment with the research strategy of the department. Candidates may receive feedback or requests for additional information as part of the evaluation process.
FAQs
Candidates must be citizens and permanent residents of the People's Republic of China, enrolled in a full-time Master's degree at a university in China.
No, there is no application fee for the China Scholarship Council scholarship.
The scholarship includes a full fee waiver for tuition, alongside a stipend for living costs.
The application deadline is 14 February 2026.
Yes, Chinese students studying abroad may be eligible, subject to CSC policies.
No specific age restrictions are mentioned for applicants.
Recipients are selected based on academic excellence and department alignment.
More information can be obtained by contacting Trinity College Dublin or checking their official scholarship webpage.
