The 2026 Hunan-Africa Furong Scholarship Program offers a valuable opportunity for Moroccan students to pursue higher education in China, with 5 scholarships available — 1 at Hunan University and 4 at Xiangtan University. The application deadline is June 12, 2026, so eligible candidates must act quickly.
Scholarship Benefits
All scholarship recipients receive a comprehensive package that covers the full cost of studying in China:
- Full waiver of application and tuition fees
- Free on-campus dormitory accommodation
- Monthly living stipend: CNY 2,000 for undergraduates and CNY 2,200 for Master’s and PhD students
Available Programs at Hunan University (HNU)
Hunan University is a national key institution listed under China’s prestigious Project 211 and Project 985. It offers programs in Economics and Management across three academic levels:
- Undergraduate: International Economy and Trade; Business Administration
- Master’s: Applied Economics; Science of Business Administration; Engineering Management
- Doctoral: Applied Economics; Science of Business Administration
Teaching languages vary by level: undergraduate programs are taught in Chinese, while Master’s and Doctoral programs are available in both Chinese and English.
Eligibility — Hunan University
- Must be a Moroccan citizen in good physical and mental health
- Bachelor’s applicants: Must hold a high school diploma and be under 25 years old; must pass the CSCA (China Scholastic Competency Assessment) test
- Master’s applicants: Must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old
- Doctoral applicants: Must hold a Master’s degree and be under 40 years old
- Chinese-taught programs require HSK Level 4 or above
- English-taught programs require IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or proof of English-medium education
Required Documents — Hunan University
- Passport copy (valid beyond September 2026)
- Completed application form
- Highest diploma — notarized photocopy (with certified translation if not in Chinese or English)
- Academic transcripts from undergraduate level onward — notarized photocopy
- CSCA score report (for Bachelor’s applicants only)
- Language proficiency certificate (HSK 4+ or IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 80)
- Study or research plan: minimum 800 words for Master’s; minimum 1,000 words for PhD (in Chinese or English)
- Two recommendation letters from professors (for Master’s and PhD applicants)
- Photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form (valid for 6 months)
- Non-criminal record issued within the past 6 months
How to Apply — Hunan University
Applications must be submitted online through Hunan University’s International Student Service System: https://hnu.17gz.org/. After submission, the Center of International Students will review documents, and selected candidates may be invited for an interview or test. Admitted students will be notified by email or phone.
For further details, visit the official university website: https://www-en.hnu.edu.cn/
Contact: Ms. Ting Zeng, Office B163, Center of International Students, Hunan University — Email: [email protected] — Tel: 0086-731-88684912
Available Programs at Xiangtan University (XTU)
Xiangtan University is a Double First-Class university founded in 1958, jointly supported by the Hunan Provincial Government and the Ministry of Education. It offers Master’s degree programs only under this scholarship, across four fields:
- International Chinese Education — taught in Chinese (research directions: Theory and Practice of International Chinese Teaching; Chinese Research and Chinese Character Teaching; International Communication of Chinese Culture)
- Chinese Language and Literature — Applied Linguistics, taught in Chinese/English
- Theoretical Economics — including Political Economy, Western Economics, World Economics, and Population/Resource/Environmental Economics — taught in Chinese/English
- Law — including Legal History, Criminal Law, Civil and Commercial Law, Procedural Law, and more — taught in Chinese/English
Eligibility — Xiangtan University
- Must be a Moroccan citizen, aged 18 or above, in good health
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old
- Must respect Chinese laws, university regulations, and cultural norms
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or above
- English-taught programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80 or above (waived if Chinese/English is native or official language, or if previous education was in Chinese/English)
Required Documents — Xiangtan University
- Copy of passport home page (must be valid beyond June 2027)
- Undergraduate diploma (with notarized translation if not in Chinese or English)
- Academic transcripts covering all undergraduate semesters, sealed by the university’s academic affairs office
- Language qualification certificate (HSK or IELTS/TOEFL)
- Study plan proposal — minimum 1,000 characters or words in Chinese or English, covering educational background, research topic, objectives, methods, and expected outcomes
- Photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form (examination date must be after January 1, 2026)
- Non-criminal record certificate issued after January 1, 2026
- Self-introduction video (under 50MB) showcasing research capabilities and potential
- Award certificates, qualifications, publications, or other supporting materials (if any)
How to Apply — Xiangtan University
Register and submit your application through XTU’s International Students Service Platform: https://xtu.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx
For more information, visit: https://www.xtu.edu.cn
Contact: Office 107, International Students Office, International Exchange Center at XTU — Email: [email protected] — Tel: 0086-731-58293938
Key Dates and Timeline
- Application Deadline: June 12, 2026
- Official Admission Release: July 2026
- Registration/Enrollment: September 2026
Important Notes for All Applicants
- All documents not in Chinese or English must be accompanied by notarized translations; it is recommended to notarize documents at the Chinese embassy or consulate in Morocco
- Submitting false or incomplete documents will result in immediate cancellation of your application or scholarship
- Scholarship holders may not simultaneously receive another scholarship from Chinese government entities or universities
- Continuing scholarship eligibility requires passing an annual evaluation
- Ensure your email address, phone number, and WeChat ID are accurate for official communications
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