Funding & benefits
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“We are offering scholarships with 100% of tuition fees covered by the University of Nottingham.”
Eligible programmes & fields
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About this opportunity
China Scholarship Council Research Excellence Scholarship is an official-source-verified opportunity offered by University of Nottingham in United Kingdom. Eligible academic level: PhD / Doctoral. Recorded funding: Funding & benefits. Application deadline: Not stated by the official source — check the official page. Review the verified eligibility, benefits and official application route below before applying. It covers 100% of tuition fees for Chinese nationals who are classed as overseas students. You must hold an unconditional offer for a full-time PhD starting between 1 October 2026 and 1 February 2027. The program consists of a three-year course plus an additional year to prepare your thesis.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- are a Chinese national
- meet the requirements of the China Scholarship Council
- are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
- hold an unconditional offer to start a full-time PhD course in any subject area at University of Nottingham UK with a start date that falls on or between 1 October 2026 and 1 February 2027
- identify a CSC authorised unit to process your CSC stipends application*
- You can apply for this scholarship if you:
- Applicants with conditional offers may be considered providing you have already met all English language requirements such as IELTS or TOEFL.
- These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with an additional year to prepare your thesis.
- Academic background: hold an unconditional offer to start a full-time PhD course in any subject area at University of Nottingham UK with a start date that falls on or between 1 October 2026 and 1 February 2027
“These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with an additional year to prepare your thesis.”
Should you apply?
It suits PhD / Doctoral applicants working in All study areas. The decisive requirement, in University of Nottingham's words, is: "These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with an additional year to prepare your thesis." Expect to prepare 3 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with a….
- Prior degree / academic background: hold an unconditional offer to start a full-time PhD course in any subject area at University of Nottingham UK with a start date that falls….
- English-language requirement: Applicants with conditional offers may be considered providing you have already met all E….
- Study destination: United Kingdom.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- How to apply Taught courses Research courses How to write a research proposalApply online
- How to write a research proposal
- Write your research proposal and find a supervisor
Application process
- There are three applications you need to complete.
- You must apply for and receive an offer to study a full-time PhD before applying for this scholarship.
- Apply through NottinghamHub
- Once you have received an offer to study with us, and met any English language conditions on the offer, you can apply through the scholarships section of our application system, NottinghamHub.
- Apply through China Scholarship Council
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the value of China Scholarship Council Research Excellence Scholarship?
University of Nottingham states: "We are offering scholarships with 100% of tuition fees covered by the University of Nottingham."
Am I eligible for China Scholarship Council Research Excellence Scholarship?
In University of Nottingham's own words: "These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with an additional year to prepare your thesis."
Is China Scholarship Council Research Excellence Scholarship open to applicants from outside United Kingdom?
Yes. The eligibility record states: These scholarships are open to high-achieving international students from China studying a three-year PhD course with a….
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at University of Nottingham in United Kingdom.
Is an English test required?
Applicants with conditional offers may be considered providing you have already met all E….
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with University of Nottingham before preparing an application.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Nottingham, through the official application page linked from this record.
What do I need to submit?
The official page lists 3 items: How to apply Taught courses Research courses How to write a research proposalApply online, How to write a research proposal, Write your research proposal and find a supervisor.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from University of Nottingham's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 5 Oct 2026 · Verified yesterday
About University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham is based in United Kingdom and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.